Summary of Pico Computing Introduces New Products at Supercomputing 2011
Pico Computing launched the EX-400 PCIe backplane and M-505 FPGA module for high-performance computing. The EX-400 is a compact, fully switched modular solution supporting multiple FPGA cards in scalable clusters. The M-505 utilizes a Xilinx Kintex-7 FPGA with 28nm technology, offering improved performance and lower power consumption. It includes DDR3 SODIMM support, PCIe connectivity, and extensive I/O options. These components target embedded systems, military applications, and scientific computing sectors.
Parts used in the Pico Computing FPGA Cluster:
- EX-400 PCIe backplane
- M-505 Module
- Xilinx Kintex-7 K325T FPGA
- DDR3 SODIMM (up to 4GB)
- 128MB configuration FLASH
- LVDS transceivers
- GTX transceivers
Seattle, WA (PRWEB) November 14, 2011
Pico Computing today announces the immediate availability of the EX-400 PCIe backplane. The EX-400, along with the recently released M-505, will be on display during the Supercomputing Conference being held in Seattle, WA, November 12th 18th 2011 (booth #2300).
The EX-400 PCIe backplane is a fully switched PCIe modular solution, providing x8 Gen2 interface to four M-501/505s or two M-503/504s FPGA modules. With a shorter form-factor than the existing EX-500, this new board can fit into any size chassis. Add multiple EX-400s to your system and build a scalable FPGA cluster.
The M-505 Module is the latest in Picos line of M-Series modular FPGA cards for High-Performance Computing and embedded applications. This board features the Xilinx Kintex-7 K325T FPGA. Based on their 28nm fabrication process, the Kintex-7 achieves a 2x price/performance improvement while consuming 50% less power than previous generation FPGAs. The M-505 has one DDR3 SODIMM for up to 4GB of local RAM, x8 Gen2 PCIe, and 128MB of configuration FLASH. There are 34 LVDS and 8 GTX transceivers available for user I/O.
About Pico Computing
Pico Computing, headquartered in Seattle, Washington, specializes in highly integrated development and deployment platforms based on Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technologies. Applications for Pico Computing technologies include cryptography, networking, signal processing, bioinformatics, and scientific computing. Pico Computing products are used in embedded systems as well as in military, national security and high performance computing applications. For more information about Pico products and services, visit http://www.picocomputing.com.
Editorial Contact
Mark Hur, Pico Computing
(206) 283-2178, mhur(at)picocomputing(dot)com
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More Embedded System Press Releases
- What is the EX-400 PCIe backplane?
The EX-400 is a fully switched PCIe modular solution providing an x8 Gen2 interface to four M-501/505s or two M-503/504s FPGA modules. - How does the M-505 compare to previous generation FPGAs?
The M-505 achieves a 2x price/performance improvement while consuming 50% less power than previous generation FPGAs. - Can the EX-400 fit into any chassis size?
Yes, the EX-400 has a shorter form-factor than the existing EX-500, allowing it to fit into any size chassis. - What type of FPGA is used in the M-505 Module?
The M-505 features the Xilinx Kintex-7 K325T FPGA based on the 28nm fabrication process. - Does the M-505 support local RAM expansion?
Yes, the board features one DDR3 SODIMM slot for up to 4GB of local RAM. - How can users build a scalable system with these parts?
Users can add multiple EX-400s to their system to build a scalable FPGA cluster. - What I/O capabilities are available on the M-505?
The M-505 offers 34 LVDS and 8 GTX transceivers available for user I/O. - Where was the EX-400 displayed in November 2011?
The product was displayed at the Supercomputing Conference in Seattle, WA, at booth #2300.
