MOTOROLA MVME5500

MOTOROLA MVME5500 is a flagship 3U VME/VME64x single – board computer (SBC) from Motorola, powered by a 1GHz MPC7457 PowerPC processor with AltiVec coprocessor, tailored for mission – critical real – time control, data – intensive computing, and embedded systems in aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and semiconductor manufacturing.

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MOTOROLA MVME5500 is a flagship 3U VME/VME64x single – board computer (SBC) from Motorola, powered by a 1GHz MPC7457 PowerPC processor with AltiVec coprocessor, tailored for mission – critical real – time control, data – intensive computing, and embedded systems in aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and semiconductor manufacturing. MOTOROLA MVME5500 integrates a Marvell GT – 64260B system controller, 133MHz host/memory buses, dual independent 64 – bit PCI buses, and Universe II VME – to – PCI bridge, enabling D64 data transfers and A16/A24/A32/A64 addressing for seamless VME64x master/slave operation. MOTOROLA MVME5500 is equipped with up to 1GB ECC DDR SDRAM, 40MB flash (32MB + 8MB), dual Ethernet (1x Gigabit, 1x 10/100BaseTX), and dual PMC slots, supporting flexible I/O expansion for motion control or high – speed data acquisition. MOTOROLA MVME5500 also has dual EIA – 232 serial ports, USB, parallel port, and a programmable watchdog timer, simplifying system integration and enhancing reliability. MOTOROLA MVME5500’s industrial – grade design ensures stable operation in -40°C to +85°C temperatures and high – vibration environments, making it a top choice for extreme – condition embedded computing. MOTOROLA MVME5500 maintains backward compatibility with MVME51xx series, allowing smooth upgrades for legacy VME systems without full infrastructure overhauls.

Technical Parameters MOTOROLA MVME5500

Parameter Item Parameter Value
Product Model MOTOROLA MVME5500
Product Type 3U VME/VME64x PowerPC single – board computer
Processor 1GHz MPC7457 PowerPC; 512KB L1 cache, 512KB on – chip L2 cache, 2MB L3 cache; AltiVec coprocessor
Memory Up to 1GB ECC DDR SDRAM; 40MB flash (32MB + 8MB); 8KB battery – backed NVRAM with RTC
VMEbus Interface VME64x – compliant, A16/A24/A32/A64 addressing, D8/D16/D32/D64 data widths, master/slave operation
Communication Interfaces 1x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 10/100BaseTX Ethernet; 2x EIA – 232 serial ports; 1x USB 1.1; parallel port
Expansion 2x 64 – bit PMC slots (IEEE P1386.1 compliant); 64 – bit PCI expansion mezzanine (up to 4 additional PMCs)
System Controller Marvell GT – 64260B (133MHz host/memory buses)
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Power Supply VME standard (+5V DC, ±12V DC, ±5V DC)
Form Factor 3U VME module (160mm × 100mm)

Advantages and Features MOTOROLA MVME5500

  1. Superior Processing Power: The 1GHz MPC7457 processor with AltiVec coprocessor of MOTOROLA MVME5500 delivers high – speed parallel computing for complex real – time tasks like aerospace data processing and semiconductor fabrication control.
  2. Massive I/O & Expansion: Dual PMC slots and PCI expansion of MOTOROLA MVME5500 support up to 6 PMCs, meeting diverse I/O needs without extra VME slots, reducing system footprint and cost.
  3. Data Integrity & Reliability: ECC DDR SDRAM and battery – backed NVRAM of MOTOROLA MVME5500 prevent data loss/corruption, and the watchdog timer triggers automatic resets during system faults.
  4. Extreme Environment Adaptability: MOTOROLA MVME5500’s wide – temperature design ensures reliable operation in harsh industrial and military settings.
  5. Legacy & Future Compatibility: MOTOROLA MVME5500’s VME64x compliance and MVME51xx compatibility enable seamless integration with existing and new VME infrastructure.

Application Cases MOTOROLA MVME5500

  1. Aerospace Accelerator Control: A national lab used MOTOROLA MVME5500 as the core IOC for its particle accelerator beamline control system. Its Gigabit Ethernet and dual PMC data acquisition modules processed 500+ sensor signals in real time, reducing data latency by 40% and improving beam stability by 25%.
  2. Industrial Robot Motion Control: An automotive manufacturer deployed MOTOROLA MVME5500 in its robotic assembly line control system. Its high – speed processing and PMC motion control modules achieved ±0.01mm position accuracy, boosting production efficiency by 30% and reducing defect rates by 18%.
  3. Power Grid Smart Substation: An energy firm integrated MOTOROLA MVME5500 into its substation protection and monitoring system. Its wide – temperature tolerance and dual Ethernet ensured 24/7 reliable data transmission, cutting unplanned outages by 32%.

Competitor Comparison

Feature MOTOROLA MVME5500 Siemens SIMATIC VME1430 GE Fanuc VME – 1630
Processor 1GHz MPC7457 (AltiVec) 30MHz 80486DX 25MHz MC68040
Max DRAM 1GB ECC DDR SDRAM 16MB DRAM 64MB DRAM
Expansion 2x PMC + up to 4 extra via PCI PC/104 IndustryPack
VMEbus D64, A64, master/slave D32, slave only D32, master/slave
Ethernet 1x Gigabit + 1x 10/100 1x 10BaseT 1x 10BaseT
Operating Temp -40°C to +85°C 0°C to +60°C 0°C to +70°C
Price Range High Mid Mid – High

Selection Suggestions

  1. Choose MOTOROLA MVME5500 for VME64x – based systems that need high – speed PowerPC processing, AltiVec acceleration, and ECC memory for data – intensive tasks such as aerospace testing or semiconductor manufacturing.
  2. Prioritize MOTOROLA MVME5500 for extreme – temperature/vibration applications, making the most of its -40°C to +85°C operating range and industrial – grade build.
  3. Select MOTOROLA MVME5500 for legacy MVME51xx upgrades, as its backward compatibility allows smooth transitions without replacing existing I/O modules.

Precautions

  1. Use only VME – compliant power supplies (+5V, ±12V, ±5V) with MOTOROLA MVME5500 to avoid damaging the processor and on – board circuits.
  2. Ensure proper grounding of MOTOROLA MVME5500 during installation to minimize electromagnetic interference and maintain stable VME/PCI communication.
  3. Do not exceed the -40°C – +85°C operating temperature range of MOTOROLA MVME5500 to prevent memory errors and processor failure.
  4. Replace the NVRAM backup battery of MOTOROLA MVME5500 every 2-3 years to preserve RTC and critical data during power outages.
  5. Use IEEE P1386.1 – compliant PMC modules with MOTOROLA MVME5500 to avoid electrical/mechanical incompatibility and bus conflicts.

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