INTRODUCTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

MB899 Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU Supported

Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo , Intel® CoreTM Duo /Solo processors

 

 

CPU Voltage

0.700V ~ 1.5V (IMVP-6)

 

 

System Speed

Up to 2.33GHz or above

 

 

CPU FSB

533MHz/667MHz FSB

 

 

Cache

2MB

 

 

Green /APM

APM1.2

 

 

CPU Socket

mPGA 478MT Socket

 

 

Chipset

Intel 945GM Chipset

 

 

 

GMCH: 82945GM 1466-pin Micro-FCBGA

 

 

 

ICH7M: 82801GBM 652-pin mBGA

 

 

BIOS

Award BIOS, support ACPI Function

 

 

Memory

DDR2 667/533 SDRAM DIMM x2 (w/o ECC function), Max. 4GB

 

 

VGA

945GM built-in, supports CRT,RCA,S-VIDEO,HDTV

 

 

SDVO (Dual CH)

Through ID390 card (Chrontel 7308, 18+18 bits single/dual channel

 

 

 

LVDS, Chrontel 7021, CRT, RCA, S-VIDEO or HDTV)

 

 

 

Through ID391 card (Chrontel 7307C,DVI single or Dual)

 

 

LVDS LCD Panel

945GM built-in, supports 18+18 bits, single or dual channel LVDS

 

 

LAN

1. ICH7M built-in 10/100BT MAC + Intel 82562ET PHY

 

 

 

2. Marvell 88E8053 PCI Express Gigabit LAN controller x1

 

 

USB

ICH7M built-in USB 2.0 host controller, support 6 ports

 

 

Serial ATA Ports

ICH7M built-in SATA controller, supports 2 ports

 

 

1394

TI TSB43LV22(dual port)

 

 

Parallel IDE

ICH7M built-in one channel Ultra DMA 33/66/100,CF

 

 

Audio

ICH7M Built-in Audio controller + AC97 Codec ALC655 w/ 6 channels

 

 

 

(Line-out, Line-in, Mic.), SPDIF-OUT + NS LM4950 (8-ohm 2W stereo

 

 

 

audio power amplifier)

 

 

LPC I/O

W83627EHF: COM1, COM2 (RS232), Slim FDC 1.44MB, IrDA x1 &

 

 

 

hardware monitor (3 thermal, 4 voltage monitor inputs, 2 fan headers)

 

 

Digital IO

4 in & 4 out

 

 

Keyboard/Mouse

Supports PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector

 

 

Expansion Slots

PCI slot x1, PIC-E (x1) slot x1 and Mini PCI socket x1, Mini PCIe X1

 

 

Edge Connector

PS/2 Connector x1 for keyboard/mouse

 

 

 

Gbit LAN RJ-45 + dual USB stack connector

 

 

 

10/100 LAN RJ45 + dual USB stack connector

 

 

 

DB9 x1 for COM 1; DB15 x1 for VGA

 

 

 

RCA Jack x1 +S-Video for TV-Out

 

 

 

SPDIF-OUT connector x1; 1394 Connector x1

 

 

 

RCA Jack 3x1 for Audio (Line-Out, Line-In & Mic)

 

 

Onboard Header/

40 pins box-header x1 for IDE1; 26 pins header x1 for Slim Floppy

 

 

Connector

CF Connector x1 @ solder side

 

 

 

10 pins pin-headerx1 for Digital I/O; 10 pins pin-header x1 for COM2

 

 

 

8 pins pin-header x 1 for USB 5,6; 5 pins pin-header x 1 for IrDA

 

 

 

DF13 Connector x2 for LVDS; 8 pins pin-header x1 for HDTV

 

 

 

7 pins pin-header x1 for audio Line-Out & Mic

 

 

 

4 pins pin-header x1 for built-in speaker; 7 pins pin-header x1 for 1394

 

 

 

SATA connector x2 for 2 SATA ports

 

 

Watchdog Timer

Yes (256 segments, 0, 1, 2…255 sec/min)

 

 

System Voltage

+5V, +3.3V, +12V, -12V, 5VSB (2A)

 

 

Others

Modem Wakeup, LAN Wakeup

 

 

Board Size

170mm x 170mm (Mini ITX)

 

MB899 User’s Manual

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Intel user manual MB899 Specifications, Cpu Fsb

MB899 specifications

The Intel MB899 is a sophisticated microcontroller unit designed primarily for automotive applications and industrial control systems. This versatile device is a part of Intel's broader strategy to provide robust and scalable solutions that cater to the demanding requirements of modern electronic systems. Featuring a mix of performance, power efficiency, and comprehensive connectivity options, the MB899 is well-suited for a variety of applications.

One of the standout features of the Intel MB899 is its powerful 32-bit RISC architecture, which allows for high-speed processing and efficient execution of complex algorithms. This architecture ensures that the microcontroller can handle intensive tasks with ease, making it ideal for applications such as engine control units and advanced driver-assistance systems.

The MB899 is equipped with an array of integrated peripherals, including ADCs (Analog-to-Digital Converters), multiple timers, and interfaces like CAN (Controller Area Network), LIN (Local Interconnect Network), and SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface). This extensive set of functionalities enables seamless communication and control in automotive environments, where real-time data handling is crucial.

Energy efficiency is a significant consideration in the design of the MB899. The microcontroller incorporates power-saving features that help reduce overall power consumption, making it suitable for battery-operated systems and applications where energy efficiency is critical. These features are especially important in vehicles, where reducing power draw can lead to improved fuel efficiency.

Another important characteristic of the Intel MB899 is its reliability and ruggedness. Designed to endure harsh environments, the microcontroller can operate in a wide temperature range and withstand vibrations and electromagnetic interference. This robustness makes it suitable for use in critical applications, where failure is not an option.

Moreover, the MB899 benefits from Intel’s commitment to security. With integrated security features, the microcontroller can support secure boot processes and protect against unauthorized access, thus ensuring the integrity of the applications running on it. This aspect is increasingly important in the context of connected vehicles and IoT devices, which are frequently targeted by cyber threats.

Overall, the Intel MB899 microcontroller stands out for its powerful performance, extensive connectivity options, energy efficiency, reliability, and security features. These traits make it an exceptional choice for automotive and industrial applications, reinforcing Intel's position in the competitive landscape of microcontroller technology.