Abaco Systems / SBS / VI Computer Power-4E-200 Embedded VME Controller Module

The Abaco Systems Power-4E-200 is a 6U VME embedded controller module engineered for high-performance real-time computing applications. It combines a PowerPC 604e processor running at 200 MHz with dedicated L1 cache architecture and a 66 MHz memory interface, delivering deterministic performance in mission-critical VME-based systems.

– Technical Specifications

• Processor: PowerPC 604e
• Clock Speed: 200 MHz
• L1 Data Cache: 32 KB
• L1 Instruction Cache: 32 KB
• Memory Interface Speed: 66 MHz
• Form Factor: 6U VME
• Manufacturer: Abaco Systems / SBS / VI Computer
• Model: Power-4E-200

– Key Features

The architecture splits instruction and data cache into independent 32 KB banks, reducing contention and optimizing pipeline efficiency. The 200 MHz processor delivers sufficient throughput for embedded control logic while maintaining low power dissipation typical of PowerPC 604e designs. The 66 MHz external memory interface supports synchronous DRAM subsystems common in VME environments.

– Typical Applications

This controller module is suited for:

• Real-time embedded control systems
• VMEbus-based military and aerospace platforms
• Industrial automation and instrumentation
• Telecommunications infrastructure
• Signal processing and data acquisition systems

– Compatibility & Integration

The Power-4E-200 is designed for VMEbus architectures and integrates directly into standard 6U VME backplane configurations. As a controller module, it manages VME bus transactions and interfaces with slave modules and memory subsystems across the backplane. The product is available through third-party suppliers despite original manufacturer EOL status.