The PCI9030-AA60BI is a single-chip, 32-bit PCI Local Bus Target Interface Controller from PLX Technology. It is designed to provide a simple and efficient interface between a peripheral device and a PCI bus. This controller handles all the necessary PCI protocol and timing, allowing designers to focus on the functionality of their peripheral device.

Applications:

• Data acquisition cards
• Industrial control systems
• Network interface cards (NICs)
• Storage controllers
• High-speed communication interfaces
• Video capture cards

Features:

• 32-bit PCI target interface
• Supports PCI bus mastering
• Integrated DMA controller
• Burst mode data transfers
• Programmable interrupt controller
• Supports multiple address spaces
• EEPROM interface for configuration storage

Benefits:

• Simplified PCI interface design
• Reduced development time and cost
• High-performance data transfers
• Flexible configuration options
• Improved system performance

Additional Details:

The PCI9030-AA60BI provides a complete PCI target interface solution, handling all the complexities of the PCI protocol. The integrated DMA (Direct Memory Access) controller enables high-speed data transfers between the peripheral device and system memory without CPU intervention. The burst mode data transfer capability further enhances performance by allowing multiple data words to be transferred in a single PCI transaction. The programmable interrupt controller allows the peripheral device to signal events to the host system. The support for multiple address spaces allows the peripheral device to access different regions of system memory. The EEPROM interface provides a convenient way to store configuration data, such as device IDs and memory map settings. The device is typically configured through a set of registers that are accessed through the PCI bus. The PCI9030-AA60BI is widely used in a variety of applications where a high-performance PCI interface is required. Its ease of use and comprehensive feature set make it a popular choice for designers of PCI-based peripherals. The operating temperature range is typically 0°C to +70°C. The device is available in a variety of packages, including PQFP and TQFP. Power requirements are typically 3.3V or 5V.