Intel IQ80960RM, RN manual Getting Started, Pre-Installation Considerations, Software Installation

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Getting Started

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This chapter contains instructions for installing the IQ80960RM/RN platform in a host system and, how to download and execute an application program using Wind River System’s IxWorks ∗ or Intel’s CTOOLS software development toolsets.

2.1Pre-Installation Considerations

This section provides a general overview of the components required to develop and execute a program on the IQ80960RM/RN platform. IQ80960RM/RN evaluation boards support two software development toolsets, Wind River System’s IxWorks and Intel’s CTOOLS.

IxWorks is a complete toolset featuring an integrated development environment including a compiler, assembler, linker, and debugger. It also features a real-time operating system. If you are using the IxWorks operating system with the TORNADO* development environment, refer to the Wind River Systems, Inc. documentation referenced in Section 1.8.3.

CTOOLS is a complete C/C++-language software-development toolset for developing embedded applications to run on i960 processors. It contains a C/C++ compiler, the gcc960 and ic960 compiler driver programs, an assembler, runtime libraries, a collection of software-development tools and utilities, and printed and on-line documentation. The MON960 Debug Monitor User’s Guide fully describes the components of MON960, including MON960 commands, the Host Debugger Interface Library (HDIL), and the MONDB.EXE utility. If you are using MON960 and the CTOOLS toolset, refer to section Section 2.2.1, “Installing Software Development Tools” on page 2-1 .

See Chapter 1 for more information on the IxWorks and CTOOLS features.

The IQ80960RM/RN evaluation boards are supplied with IxWorks intelligent real-time operating system pre-loaded into the on-board Flash. You also have the option of installing the MON960 debug monitor, which is required if you are using the CTOOLS debugging tools, GDB960, GDB960V, or MONDB. Section 3.3.1 describes the Flash ROM programming utility, which allows you to load MON960 onto the platform or re-load IxWorks.

2.2Software Installation

2.2.1Installing Software Development Tools

If you haven’t done so already, install your development software as described in its manuals. All references in this manual to CTOOLS or CrossWind assume that the default directories were selected during installation. If this is not the case, substitute the appropriate path for the default path wherever file locations are referenced in this manual.

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Contents Board Manual IQ80960RM/RN Evaluation PlatformIQ80960RM/RN Evaluation Platform Board Manual Contents 2.1 Tables FiguresPage Introduction IQ80960RM/IQ80960RN Platform Functional Block DiagramIQ80960RN Platform Physical Diagram Software Development Tools I960 RM/RN I/O Processor and IQ80960RM/RN FeaturesIxWorks* Real-Time Operating System Tornado* for I20* Software Development ToolsetTornado Build Tools Tornado Test and Debug ToolsCtools and the MON960 Debug Monitor Ctools Software Development ToolsetSPI610 Jtag Emulation System About This Manual Brief description of the contents of this manual followsTechnical Support Notational-ConventionsCountry Literature Customer Support Number Intel Customer Electronic Mail SupportIntel Customer Support Contacts Document Information Related InformationCyclone Contacts Product Document Name Company/ Order #Page Software Installation Pre-Installation ConsiderationsInstalling Software Development Tools Getting StartedBattery Backup Hardware InstallationInstalling the IQ80960RM/RN Platforms in the Host System Verify IQ80960RM/RN Platform is FunctionalCreating and Downloading Executable Files Sample Download and Execution Using GDB960Page IQ80960RN Platform Power Requirements Power RequirementsIQ80960RM Platform Power Requirements Hardware ReferenceTable Clocks Sdram PerformanceSdram Performance Flash ROM Sdram ConfigurationsUpgrading Sdram Flash ROM ProgrammingPCI Slots Power Availability Secondary PCI Bus Expansion ConnectorsConsole Serial Port Uart Register AddressesLoss of Fan Detect Battery BackupInterrupt and Idsel Routing Secondary PCI Bus Interrupt and Idsel RoutingJ12 J10 Logic Analyzer HeadersLogic Analyzer Header Definitions Jtag Header Switch S1 SettingsJtag Header Pinout PinUser LEDs During Initialization User LEDs10. Start-up LEDs MON960 LEDs Tests11. IQ80960RM/RN Connectors and LEDs Page I960 RM/RN I/O Processor Overview I960 RM/RN I/O Processor Block DiagramIQ80960RM/RN Platform Memory Map CPU Memory MapLocal Interrupts I960 RN/RM I/O Processor I960 RM/RN I/O Processor Interrupt Controller ConnectionsSecondary PCI Interface CPU Counter/TimersPrimary PCI Interface Application Accelerator Unit DMA ChannelsApplication Accelerator Unit Performance Monitor UnitPage 1 MON960 Initialization MON960 Support for IQ80960RM/RNMON960 Components Sdram Initialization 2 80960JT Core InitializationMemory Controller Initialization Primary ATU Initialization Primary PCI Interface InitializationInitialization Modes Initialization Primary PCI Interface I960 Core SW1-1 SW1-2Secondary ATU Initialization PCI-to-PCI Bridge InitializationSecondary PCI Initialization MON960 KernelMON960 Extensions SysPCIBIOSPresent PCI Bios RoutinesSysFindPCIDevice SysGenerateSpecialCycle SysReadConfigWord SysWriteConfigByte SysWriteConfigDword Additional MON960 Commands Diagnostics / Example CodeBoard Level Diagnostics Secondary PCI DiagnosticsQty Location Part Description Manufacturer Bill of MaterialsTable A-1. IQ80960RN Bill of Materials Sheet 1 Table A-1. IQ80960RN Bill of Materials Sheet 2 Location Part Description Manufacturer Table A-1. IQ80960RN Bill of Materials Sheet 3CR8 Table A-1. IQ80960RN Bill of Materials Sheet 4Table A-2. IQ80960RM Bill of Materials Sheet 1 Table A-2. IQ80960RM Bill of Materials Sheet 2 Table A-2. IQ80960RM Bill of Materials Sheet 3 Table A-2. IQ80960RM Bill of Materials Sheet 4 Part Description Manufacturer Table A-2. IQ80960RM Bill of Materials Sheet 5Bill of Materials Schematic Title SchematicsTable B-1. IQ80960RN Schematics List IC Decoupling Connpcia REV Memory Controller Dclkin Dramclk LA Spares Dramclkla Mictor SDRAM-DIMM168P RST# Jtag Header Spci Conn Inta A6 RNC4R8P SAD48 SPAR64 SREQ4# Spares Table B-2. IQ80960RM Schematics List 80960RM REV Primary PCI Interface RCE1# RWE# Outb RAD16 TXD SBA0 DQ0 SCB0 SCE1# DQ2 SAD2 AD3S CONNPCI32 Trst A1 SINTD# B7 Intb Intc A7 SINTA# PALLV16V8-10JC Page Chip PALLV16V8Z-20JI PLD CodePage Recycling the Battery

RN, IQ80960RM specifications

The Intel IQ80960RM and RN are part of the Intel i960 family of microprocessors, which were specifically designed for embedded applications in real-time computing environments. Introduced in the early 1990s, these processors were aimed at providing high-performance processing capabilities in industrial, telecommunications, and military systems.

One of the key features of the IQ80960RM and RN is their ability to support a 32-bit architecture, delivering a significant performance advantage over 16-bit and earlier processors. This architecture enables the execution of complex algorithms and the management of large amounts of data, making these microprocessors suitable for demanding applications.

The i960 family is built around a superscalar architecture, allowing multiple instructions to be completed in a single clock cycle. This is achieved through advanced instruction pipelining, which significantly boosts throughput and overall computational speed. The IQ80960RM and RN also included features like branch prediction and out-of-order execution, enhancing efficiency and reducing latency in real-time applications.

Memory management capabilities are another strong point of the IQ80960RM and RN. They support both virtual and physical memory addressing, enabling sophisticated memory management strategies. Their integrated memory management unit (MMU) allows for easier and more effective memory allocation, critical for real-time operating systems that require precise timing and resource management.

Furthermore, these processors are designed with an extensive instruction set architecture (ISA), which supports a wide range of operations, including digital signal processing (DSP) tasks. This versatility allows them to be utilized in various applications, from automotive systems to robotics, where reliable performance is paramount.

The thermal performance and power efficiency of the IQ80960RM and RN has also been a notable characteristic. With operational capabilities across various temperature ranges, these chips are well-suited for harsh environments often found in industrial settings.

In terms of connectivity, the IQ80960 series supports multiple I/O interfaces and communication protocols, ensuring that they can integrate seamlessly with other components and systems. This flexibility enhances their usability in networked applications, particularly in embedded systems.

Overall, the Intel IQ80960RM and RN processors represent a significant step forward in embedded processor technology, characterized by their robust performance, advanced features, and ability to meet the stringent demands of real-time applications across various industries.
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