Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIPCI-5588-201 High-Speed Fiber-Optic 1.2 Gbaud Reflective Memory with Interrupts

The Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIPCI-5588-201 is a high-speed fiber-optic reflective memory module designed for distributed computing systems requiring real-time data sharing. This PCI bus-compatible board operates at a serial data rate of 1.2 Gbaud, enabling high-throughput data transfer. The reflective memory architecture allows data written to memory in one node to be automatically mirrored to all other nodes on the network, ensuring data consistency across the system.

### Technical Specifications

* **Product Name:** VMIPCI-5588-201 High-Speed Fiber-Optic 1.2 Gbaud Reflective Memory with Interrupts
* **Manufacturer:** Abaco Systems / VMIC
* **Interface:** PCI Bus
* **Network Speed:** 1.2 Gbaud (serially)
* **Data Transfer Rate:**
* 29.5 Mbyte/s (without redundant transfer)
* 14.8 Mbyte/s (with redundant transfer)
* **Maximum Nodes:** Up to 256 nodes
* **Maximum Distance Between Nodes:**
* 1,000 feet (approx. 304.8 meters) with multimode fiber
* 10,000 meters (10 km) with single mode fiber
* 30 meters with twinax cable
* **On-board Memory:** Configurable from 256 Kbyte up to 16 Mbyte of SDRAM
* **Interrupts:** Capable of generating interrupts in any other node or all network nodes with a single command
* **Error Handling:**
* Supports error detection
* Includes a redundant transmission mode for suppressing errors
* **PCI Bus Interface:**
* Single PCI 5 V slot, standard length board
* PCI 32 Transfers, 5 V, Single Width Mezzanine Interface (for PMC variants)
* **Processor Overhead:** No processor involvement or overhead required for network operation
* **Data Buffering:** Transmit and Receive FIFOs buffer data during peak rates to optimize CPU and bus performance
* **Endian Conversions:** Configurable for multiple CPU architectures on the network
* **Digital Output:** Software addressable digital output bit available for user-defined purposes or interfacing with optical switch boards

### Connectivity

* **Network Medium:** Fiber-Optic (multimode or single-mode), Twinax cable options
* **Connectors:** Specific connector types are not detailed in the provided search results, but fiber-optic connections are implied for the network.

### Compatibility

* **Product Linkage:** Communication link is compatible with other 5588 series products
* **Software:** Device drivers including Internet Protocol are available for Windows NT™ (VMIPCI/SW-RFM1)

Why Choose Aumictech for Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIPCI-5588-201?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end embedded computing and networking equipment. Whether you need robust, real-time data sharing solutions, high-speed fiber-optic communication, or reliable inter-node interrupt capabilities, our team ensures the Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIPCI-5588-201 delivers maximum performance for your application.