GE VMI CLB-5565 Reflective Memory PMC Node Card

Description

This VMICLB-5565 card is part of GE's Reflective Memory family, enabling multiple nodes in a network to share data in real-time with deterministic performance. It is ideal for applications requiring low-latency communication, such as simulation, industrial automation, and data acquisition.

Specifications

• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 174 MB/s.

• Memory: 64 MB or 128 MB SDRAM.

• Communication: Fiber-optic network with a 2.12 Gbaud serial connection speed.

• Node Support: Up to 256 nodes in a network.

• Distance: Multimode fiber supports up to 300 meters; single-mode fiber supports up to 10 kilometers.

• Latency: 400 nanoseconds between nodes.

• Interfaces: PCI 64-bit, 66 MHz transfers.

• Operating Systems: Compatible with Windows NT, Windows 2000, VxWorks, and Linux.

Features

• High-Speed Communication: Supports dynamic packet sizes (4 to 64 bytes) for efficient data transfer.

• Error Management: Includes error detection and redundant transfer mode for enhanced reliability.

• Interrupt Support: Allows any node to generate interrupts in other nodes for real-time responsiveness.

• Scalability: Supports up to 256 nodes, making it suitable for large-scale systems.

• Low Processor Overhead: Operates independently of the processor, ensuring minimal impact on system performance.

• Flexible Configuration: Compatible with multimode and single-mode fiber for varied application needs.