The Motorola MCP750 you inquired about is a CompactPCI Single Board Computer. Here’s a breakdown of its features and functionalities based on available information:
Function:
- The MCP750 is a computer board designed for industrial automation and embedded applications [multiple sources].
- It can be integrated into a CompactPCI system, which is a modular industrial computer architecture [Wikipedia: CompactPCI].
Features (based on available information):
- Processor: Likely a PowerPC 750 processor with a clock speed of around 400 MHz [multiple sources].
- Memory: Supports a range of memory configurations, typically from 16 MB to 256 MB of DRAM (Dynamic Random-Access Memory) [multiple sources].
- Storage: May have a small amount of onboard flash memory for basic system configuration, but likely relies on external storage solutions for applications [common for embedded computers].
- I/O (Input/Output): Provides various ports for connecting to peripherals and other devices [multiple sources].
- Operating System: Can run various real-time operating systems commonly used in industrial automation, such as VxWorks or RTAI Linux [common for industrial automation computers].
Applications:
- The MCP750’s features make it suitable for various industrial automation tasks, including:
- Machine control and process automation [common application]
- Data acquisition and control systems (SCADA) [common application]
- Industrial communication and networking [common application]
- Robotics control [possible application]
