Acromag’s latest XMC module has two 10GbE ports

Two independent 10-gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) interface ports with 10GBASE-KX4 protocol are provided on Acromag’s XMC633 module. The XMC mezzanine card mounts on VME, VPX, PCIe and other embedded computing carrier boards. An Intel XL710 Ethernet controller provides network connectivity with advanced off-load and virtualisation capabilities. The rear I/O model XMC633 routes two KX4 interfaces to the P16 connector and is compatible with conduction-cooling frames. Two other models are available. 

The previously released XMC631 model has four SFP+ front panel connectors for fibre optic or copper media transceivers, while the rear I/O model XMC632 routes two XAUI interfaces to P16. Optional VITA 61 connectors enable PCIe Gen3 data rates across eight high-speed serial lanes on the XMC P15 connector. Designed for COTS applications, these XMC modules are particularly suited to defence, aerospace, industrial, and scientific research computing systems, says Acromag. Extended temperature operation is supported for -40 to +85 degrees C.

“Acromag responded to requests for additional 10GbE interface protocols” said Robert Greenfield, Acromag’s business development manager. “Using the latest Intel Ethernet Controller technologies, we can now support 10GBASE-KX4 and XAUI backplane interfaces,” he added.

Employing Intel’s XL710 4-port 10GbE controller enables these XMC modules to optimise network performance with intelligent off-loading, innovative virtualisation and advanced traffic direction, says Acromag. When paired with a Xeon-D processor, the two Intel devices provide a balanced hybrid of compute and off-load to achieve optimal performance and reduce bottlenecks. For example, with TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) stateless off-loads, the XL710 demonstrates leading performance compared with TCP offload engine (TOE) solutions without restricting feature usage. Other features include precision timing, energy efficient Ethernet and dynamic load balancing. Advanced traffic steering capabilities increase transaction rates and reduce latency, adds Acromag.

In rugged systems, the dual KX4 or XAUI interface offers low-cost, low-power 10GbE chip-to-chip communication over the backplane. The four front I/O SFP+ ports support 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-T and 10GSFP+Cu connections. Software support is available for Linux and Windows systems.

Founded in 1957, Acromag designs and manufactures high-tech industrial electronics. The international corporation is headquartered near Detroit, Michigan, USA, with a global network of sales representatives and distributors. Acromag offers embedded computing and I/O solutions including general purpose I/O boards, single-board computers, FPGA modules, embedded computers, COM Express products, mezzanine modules, wiring accessories, and software. 

Industries served include military, aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, utilities, and scientific research laboratories.

http://www.acromag.com

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