MC68060RC50

Product Overview

• Category: Microprocessor
• Use: High-performance computing and embedded systems
• Characteristics: Advanced architecture, high clock speed, integrated floating-point unit
• Package: Ceramic PGA (Pin Grid Array)
• Essence: Powerful microprocessor for demanding applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Individual units

Specifications

• Clock Speed: 50 MHz
• Data Bus Width: 32 bits
• Address Bus Width: 32 bits
• Cache Size: 8 KB instruction cache, 8 KB data cache
• Floating-Point Unit: Integrated
• Voltage: 5V
• Power Consumption: 3.3W

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MC68060RC50 has a total of 179 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VCC
2. GND
3. A0-A31 (Address bus)
4. D0-D31 (Data bus)
5. /AS (Address Strobe)
6. /DS (Data Strobe)
7. /R/W (Read/Write)
8. /DTACK (Data Transfer Acknowledge)
9. /RESET (Reset)
10. /BG (Bus Grant)
11. /BR (Bus Request)
12. /BERR (Bus Error)
13. /HALT (Halt)
14. /FCx (Function Code)
15. /SIZx (Size Code)
16. /UDS (Upper Data Strobe)
17. /LDS (Lower Data Strobe)
18. /VMA (Virtual Memory Address)
19. /BE (Byte Enable)
20. /A23 (Address bit 23)
21. /A22 (Address bit 22)
22. /A21 (Address bit 21)
23. /A20 (Address bit 20)
24. /A19 (Address bit 19)
25. /A18 (Address bit 18)
26. /A17 (Address bit 17)
27. /A16 (Address bit 16)
28. /A15 (Address bit 15)
29. /A14 (Address bit 14)
30. /A13 (Address bit 13)
31. /A12 (Address bit 12)
32. /A11 (Address bit 11)
33. /A10 (Address bit 10)
34. /A9 (Address bit 9)
35. /A8 (Address bit 8)
36. /A7 (Address bit 7)
37. /A6 (Address bit 6)
38. /A5 (Address bit 5)
39. /A4 (Address bit 4)
40. /A3 (Address bit 3)
41. /A2 (Address bit 2)
42. /A1 (Address bit 1)
43. /A0 (Address bit 0)
44. /FC2 (Function Code 2)
45. /FC1 (Function Code 1)
46. /SIZ1 (Size Code 1)
47. /SIZ0 (Size Code 0)
48. /UDS16 (Upper Data Strobe 16)
49. /LDS16 (Lower Data Strobe 16)
50. /VMAE (Virtual Memory Address Extension) 51-179. Reserved

Functional Features

• Advanced superscalar architecture
• Out-of-order execution for improved performance
• Integrated floating-point unit for efficient mathematical calculations
• Support for virtual memory management
• Built-in cache for faster data access
• Enhanced bus interface for high-speed data transfer
• Multiple power-saving modes for reduced energy consumption

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance microprocessor suitable for demanding applications - Integrated floating-point unit for efficient mathematical operations - Advanced architecture and cache system for improved performance - Support for virtual memory management

Disadvantages: - Relatively high power consumption compared to low-power processors - Limited availability due to being an older model - May require additional support chips for complete system integration

Working Principles

The MC68060RC50 is based on the Motorola 68060 microarchitecture. It operates by fetching instructions and data from memory, executing them using its superscalar architecture, and storing the results back in memory. The integrated floating-point unit allows for efficient handling of mathematical calculations, making it suitable for applications that require complex computations.

The microprocessor communicates with other components through its pin connections, utilizing various control signals and data buses. It supports virtual memory management, allowing for efficient memory allocation and access. The built-in cache helps reduce memory latency by storing frequently accessed instructions and data.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MC68060RC50 is commonly used in the following application fields:

1. High-performance computing: Due to its advanced architecture and high clock speed, the processor