Intel MIC-3358 Introduction, High Performance Intel Pentium 4 Processor -M, Single P2P Bridge

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Chapter 1 Hardware Configuration

1.1 Introduction

The MIC-3358 is a CompactPCI® server blade with Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor-M on board to compliant with Compact Packet Switching Backplane (cPSB) systems. Supporting the PICMG 2.16 specification, the MIC-3358 delivers a cost performance platform for those applications that demand high performance. It is an ideal platform for emerging appli- cation such as switch-fabric blade server, mission critical and computing intensive applications.

The new MIC-3358 has been optimized for the Intel® Pentium® 4 Pro- cessor-M and Intel® 845E Chipset. It unveils as a high performance cPCI platforms, delivering compelling system bus speed performance across the 400 MHz with Intel NetBurst™ Micro-Architecture, Its inno- vated wider data paths and flexible memory refresh technology optimize the DDR SDRAM performance in MIC-3358.

High Performance Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor -M

The MIC-3358 supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processor-M 1.7GHz and 2.2GHz , with u-FCPGA package. The Intel® Pentium®4 processor-M has on-chip 512KB L2 cache providing high performance. With the sup- port of a 400MHz front side bus, the MIC-3358 can fulfill customer’s expectations of price-performance computing capability.

Compact Mechanical Design

The MIC-3358 has many functions on a single board with only one-slot width. Advantech provides a CPU heat sink specially designed for the Intel® Pentium®4 processor -M, enabling the MIC-3358 to operate with- out a cooling fan on the heat sink. It only needs external cooling air from the chassis fans for ventilation. This enables the MIC-3358 to use Intel® Pentium®4 processor - M within a mere 1-slot wide space.

Single P2P Bridge

The MIC-3358 with single PCI-to-PCI Bridge is applicable up to 8-slot enclosure and drive up to seven bus master PCI slots in master mode. Fur- thermore, it supports master and drone modes. The MIC-3358 can also operate in drone mode in a peripheral slot, whereby it functions as a stand-alone computer and does not communicate on the CompactPCI® bus.

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Contents MIC-3358 Technical Support and Sales Assistance Copyright NoticeAcknowledgements Http//support.advantech.com.twCE Notification Product warranty Packing List Contents Chapter Appendix a J2 Connector Hardware Configuration Compact Mechanical Design IntroductionHigh Performance Intel Pentium 4 Processor -M Single P2P BridgeComplete I/O Functions SpecificationsPMC PCI Mezzanine Card IEEE1386.1 Compliant Standard SBC Functions10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet Interface PCI-to-PCI BridgePCI VGA Interface Controller ATI Rage XL Optional Rear I/O Boards Jumper Locations Functional Block DiagramJumpers MIC-3358 jumper descriptionsJP2 jumper definitions PMC Module Voltage Vio Clear Cmos JP4JP1 jumper definition PMC Module Voltage Vi/o JP7 jumper definitions CompactFlash cardMIC-3358 connector descriptions ConnectorsClear Cmos JP4 CN1 IDE Connector Definitions CN2 CompactFlash Socket Definitions CN3 RJ-45 COM1 port Definitions 10 CN4 Handle Switch Definitions Handle Switch Definitions11 CN5 USB 1.1/2.0 port Definitions 12 CN6 USB 1.1/2.0 port Definitions13 CN9 DB-15 VGA Connector Definitions 14 PU1 Gigabit LAN Connector Definitions15 J11/J12/J14 PMC Connector Definitions J12 PIN Signal PIN# J14 Pin Signal 16 D9 LED Definitions 17 SW1 Vcore selection definitionsIts automatic selection when SW1-1~SW1-6 are all OFF 18 SW2 Drone mode definitionsMIC-3358 jumper and connector locations Safety Precautions MIC-3358 front panel connector and indicator locationsInstalling CPU and Heat Sink Complete assembly with heat sink and hard disk Software supportMIC-3358 User’s Manual Connecting Peripherals PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector Rear I/O VGA Display Connector CN9 or Rear I/OIDE Device CN1 and Rear I/O MIC-3358 serial port default settings Ethernet Configuration PU1 , Rear I/O and J3Serial Ports CN3 and Rear I/O Card Installation USB Connector CN5/6 and Rear I/OPMC Connector J11, J12, J14 CompactFlash Socket CN2To install a card To remove a cardMIC-3358 User’s Manual Driver Setup Overview USB driverCMM Chassis Management Module Driver Windows 2K DriverClick Next in Hardware Wizard Select Add a new device in Device windows Select Other devices in Hardware types windows Browse proper driver in CD ROM device 11 click ok in Add New Hardware Wizard Properties windows 13 click Next in Add/Remove Hardware Wizard windows 15 click Yes to restart your computer Windows XP Driver 17 Right click My Computer to select Properties19 Click Next in the windows Page 23 Select Show all devices in Common hardware types windows 25 Select proper driver in CD-ROM 27 Click Next 29 Go to My computer to see A-IPM drivers MIC-3358 User’s Manual Award Bios Setup Award Bios Setup Entering SetupStandard Cmos Setup Advance Bios Features SetupAdvance Bios features setup screen Virus Warning Quick Power On Self TestBoot Up NumLock Status First/Second/Third Boot Device and Boot Other DeviceBoot Up Floppy Seek Swap Floppy DriveApic Mode Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller Typematic Rate SettingTypematic Delay Msec Typematic Rate Chars/SecDram RAS# to CAS# Delay Advance Chipset Features SetupActive to Precharge Delay Small logo EPA showVideo Bios Cacheable Dram Data Integrity ModeSystem Bios Cacheable Dram RAS# PrechargeDelayed Transaction Integrated PeripheralsIDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave Udma On-Chip Primary/Secondary PCI IDEIDE Primary/Secondary Master/Slave PIO USB ControllerLAN 2 Connector SMBus ConnectorLAN 1 Connector IDE HDD Block ModeECP Mode Use DMA Power Management SetupParallel Port Mode Onboard Parallel PortAcpi Function 7 PNP/PCI Configuration SetupReset Configuration Data Resource Controlled ByIRQ Resources Load Optimized DefaultsPC Health Status PCI/VGA Palette SnoopLoad Optimized Defaults Y/N ? N Set PasswordSave & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingMIC-3358 User’s Manual Programming Watchdog Timer Gosub 2000 REM Your application task #2 Programming the Watchdog Timer70 X=INP &H043 REM, Disable the watchdog timer REM Subroutine #1, your application taskREM Subroutine #2, your application task MIC-3369 User’s Manual Pin Assignments J1 Connector Table B.1 J1 connectorJ2 Connector Table B.2 J2 connectorJ3 Connector Table B.3 J3 connectorJ5 Connector Table B.4 J5 connectorSystem I/O Ports Table B.5 System I/O portsTable B.6 Interrupt assignments Interrupt Assignments1st MB Memory Map Table B.7 1st MB memory mapMIC-3358 User’s Manual

MIC-3358 specifications

The Intel MIC-3358, also known as the Intel Many Integrated Core (MIC) architecture, represents a pivotal innovation in high-performance computing and parallel processing. This product is part of Intel's Xeon Phi family and was specifically designed to tackle demanding workloads, making it a popular choice for research institutions and industries requiring significant computational power.

One of the standout features of the MIC-3358 is its many-core architecture, which integrates numerous processor cores on a single chip. This allows for massively parallel processing capabilities, enabling the execution of multiple tasks simultaneously. With a total of 60 cores, the MIC-3358 can deliver exceptional performance for applications such as scientific simulations, data analytics, and machine learning.

The architecture of the MIC-3358 is notable for its x86 compatibility. Unlike traditional GPUs, the MIC-3358 can run standard x86 applications unmodified, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows and simplifying development. This feature helps users leverage their existing software tools and libraries without requiring extensive porting or adaptation.

Another key technology is the incorporation of advanced memory architecture, featuring a high-bandwidth memory system. The MIC-3358 supports GDDR5 memory, enabling rapid data transfer rates that are crucial for performance-intensive applications. This, combined with an efficient memory architecture, helps overcome memory bandwidth limitations often encountered in high-performance computing.

The MIC-3358 also includes support for Intel's advanced vector extensions (AVX) and AVX-512, which enhance the processing of vector operations and allow for more efficient data handling. This makes the MIC-3358 particularly effective for workloads that involve large datasets and require complex mathematical computations.

Energy efficiency is another defining characteristic of the MIC-3358. Despite its high core count, the architecture is designed to deliver optimal performance per watt, making it suitable for large data centers where power consumption is a crucial factor.

In summary, the Intel MIC-3358 stands out due to its many-core architecture, x86 compatibility, high-bandwidth memory support, advanced vector instructions, and energy efficiency. These features collectively position it as a powerful solution for high-performance computing challenges, enabling a wide array of applications across various sectors. As the demand for computational resources continues to grow, the MIC-3358 remains a vital component in the landscape of advanced computing technologies.
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