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IBM PPC750FX User Manual

IBM PPC750FX
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PPC750FX
Evaluation Board
Users Manual
SA14-2720-00
Preliminary
June 10, 2003
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Table of Contents

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IBM PPC750FX Specifications

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BrandIBM
ModelPPC750FX
CategoryMotherboard
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Book

Who Should Use This Book

Identifies the target audience for the PPC750FX Evaluation Board manual.

How to Use This Book

Guides users on navigating and understanding the structure of the manual.

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1. Overview

1.1 PowerPC 750FX RISC Microprocessor Features

Details the architectural features and capabilities of the PPC750FX processor.

1.2 Board Features

Summarizes the key hardware components and functionalities of the PPC750FX evaluation board.

2. Board Design

2.1 Processor

Details the use of the PPC750FX processor on the evaluation board.

2.2 Board Clocking

Explains the clock distribution and generation system on the PPC750FX board.

2.3 Internal Processor Clocking

Describes how the PPC750FX generates its internal clock frequencies.

2.4 System Controller

Details the Marvell MV64360 system controller and its role on the board.

2.5 SDRAM Interface

Explains the DDR SDRAM configuration and its interface on the board.

2.6 PCI Bus

Describes the evaluation board's compatibility with PCI slots and its function as a PCI card.

2.7 Ethernet

Details the two 100BASE-TX Ethernet ports and their physical layer implementation.

2.8 Flash Memory

Describes the 8-bit and 32-bit Flash memory configurations and boot options.

2.9 NVRAM

Explains the non-volatile RAM (FRAM) used for persistent storage.

2.10 SRAM

Details the on-board and integrated SRAM memory available on the board.

2.11 Serial Ports

Describes the two 16550 compatible UARTs and their RJ11/12 connectors.

2.12 Logic Analyzer Connections

Explains how to connect logic analyzers to the system controller bus.

2.13 Power Supply

Details the power sources and voltage requirements for the evaluation board components.

2.14 Form Factor

Specifies the physical dimensions and interface standard of the evaluation board.

3. Memory Map

3.1 CPLD Register Definitions

Describes the bit-level configuration of CPLD registers for board control.

4. Programming the System Controller

4.1 DDR SDRAM

Details the characteristics of the DDR SDRAM used on the board.

4.2 Device Controller Bank Register Settings

Defines parameters for configuring device controller banks in the system controller.

5. Reset and Interrupts

5.1 Resets

Describes various methods for resetting the PPC750FX evaluation board.

5.2 Interrupts

Details the interrupt controller and external interrupt inputs to the PPC750FX.

6. Switches

6.1 Reset Pushbutton

Describes the function of the board reset pushbutton.

6.2 ATX Power-on Pushbutton

Explains how to use the pushbutton to power the external ATX supply.

6.3 CPU 0 PLL Configuration

Details the DIP switch settings for configuring the first CPU's PLL.

6.4 CPU 1 PLL Configuration

Details the DIP switch settings for configuring the second CPU's PLL.

6.5 System Controller Initialization

Explains DIP switch settings for initializing the system controller.

7. Fuses, Batteries, Regulators, and Fans

7.1 On-Board Current Monitoring and Variable Voltage Testing

Explains how to monitor power drain and test with external supplies.

7.2 Fan

Details the board's cooling fan and its monitoring mechanism.

8. Displays

9. Jumpers

9.1 Write-Protect 32-Bit Flash

Explains the jumper for making 32-bit Flash memory read-only.

9.2 Ignore Fan

Describes the jumper to disable fan monitoring.

9.3 PCI Interrupt Selection

Details the jumper for configuring PCI interrupt outputs.

10. Connectors

10.1 Auxiliary Power

Describes the ATX power connector for external board power.

10.4 RISCWatch JTAG Debugger

Details the connector for the JTAG debugger interface.

10.5 Ethernet

Explains the RJ45 connectors for the two Ethernet ports.

10.6 PCI Connector

Describes the standard PCI connector for board integration.

10.8 Serial Ports

Details the RJ11/12 connectors for serial communication.

10.12 Test Connections

Explains access points for board circuit testing and debugging.

11. CPLD Programming

11.1 Programming—Registers and Control Functions

Describes software functions for CPLD register access.

11.1.2 CPLD Logic

Presents graphical and code representations of the CPLD's internal logic.

11.2 Timing—Registers and Control Functions

Provides timing data for CPLD signals based on simulation.

12. Bills of Materials

12.1 Component Location

Explains how to use coordinate grids to locate components on the board.

12.2 Debugging Tools

Lists recommended hardware monitoring tools, not shipped with the board.

12.3 Auxiliary Materials

Lists components included in the board package, like jumpers.

12.4 Board Bill of Materials

Provides a complete list of all components for board manufacturing.

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