The Emerson/Motorola/Force Computers SPARC CPU-2CE/16 is a single-slot 6U VME Single Board Computer engineered for demanding embedded and industrial computing environments. It combines SPARC architecture processing with integrated I/O connectivity in a compact VMEbus form factor, delivering scalable performance for complex system architectures.
## Technical Specifications
• **Processor:** SPARC Architecture, 40 MHz clock speed
• **Memory:** 16 MB RAM on-board; supports DRM Memory Expansion Modules for increased capacity
• **VMEbus Interface:** Single-slot 6U form factor, VME64x compliant, A32/D32 addressing, system controller capable
• **I/O Interfaces:** Integrated Ethernet transceiver, SCSI bus with DMA support, multiple RS-232-D serial ports, dedicated keyboard interface
• **Expansion:** SBus expansion slots, DRM memory module support
• **Operating System Compatibility:** Solaris, SunOS; OpenBoot monitor/debugger included
## Key Features
• VME64x compliance ensures interoperability within standard VMEbus chassis and systems
• SCSI DMA support offloads data transfer operations from the CPU
• SBus architecture allows modular I/O and memory expansion without main board redesign
• Integrated Ethernet eliminates need for separate network interface cards in many configurations
• SPARC instruction set compatibility with existing SPARC software ecosystems
## Typical Applications
• Industrial control systems requiring VMEbus integration
• Embedded UNIX computing in aerospace and defense platforms
• Data acquisition and signal processing in instrumentation racks
• Real-time systems demanding deterministic VMEbus performance
## Compatibility & Integration
The CPU-2CE/16 integrates directly into VMEbus backplanes supporting VME64x specifications. SBus expansion provides flexibility for mission-specific I/O requirements. SPARC architecture compatibility ensures access to established UNIX software libraries and development tools.
