sunflash-Distributed to mailing list sunflash@suntri sunflash-Send requests and problem reports to owner-sunflash@suntri.east.sun.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Florida SunFlash SMCC AND FUJITSU FORM A DESIGN PARTNERSHIP TO DEVELOP MICROSPARC II SunFLASH Vol 53 #35 May 1993 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 53.35 SMCC and Fujitsu form a design partnership to develop a next-generation SPARC microprocessor. The 0.5 micron CMOS microSPARC II will deliver performance in the range of 50-60 SPECint 92 and SPECfp 92, for low-cost RISC applications. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contact: Mark Richardson, Hi-Tech Communications, Inc. (415) 904-7030 X239 Contact Besty Taub, Fujitsu Microelectronics, Inc. (408) 922-9200 Contact: Dick Davies, IPRA (415) 777-4161 Access to microSPARC II Design Technology Made Available Through SMCC's SPARC Technology Business MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- May 25, 1993 -- Sun Microsystems Computer Corp. (SMCC) and Fujitsu Microelectronics, Inc. (FMI) have formed a partnership to design the next-generation SPARC (TM) microprocessor for low-cost desktop and server, portable and high-end embedded markets. The first microprocessors based on this design will be manufactured by Fujitsu. Called microSPARC (TM) II, this design will deliver increased system performance through new feature and process enhancements, while emphasizing high integration and low cost. The first microSPARC II-based chip is a three-level metal design that utilizes 0.5 micron CMOS process technology to deliver outstanding performance. SMCC also announced it is making available access to microSPARC II design technology through SMCC's SPARC Technology Business (STB). These designs will enable the creation of standard microprocessors and derivatives tailored for various applications, such as embedded and telecommunications. Early silicon samples of microSPARC II chips are expected in late 1993. The microSPARC II Product Features As a follow-on to SMCC's current microSPARC design, microSPARC II features a new floating point unit, enhanced integer unit and larger cache memory. At 3.3 volts and with on-chip power management capabilities, the microSPARC II design is energy conscious, utilizing less power to operate and generating less heat than other microprocessors. In addition to these benefits, microSPARC II will deliver performance in the range of 50-60 SPECint 92 and SPECfp 92, for low-cost RISC applications. The microSPARC II will extend SPARC's scalability while maintaining binary compatibility across multiple companies' product lines. The microSPARC II will support Solaris (R) 2, the industry's leading distributed operating environment, and other operating systems. In addition, microSPARC II will support thousands of software applications. As part of its SPARC Technology Business (STB), SMCC is making microSPARC II CPU designs and microprocessors available on the open market. The single-scalar, single-pipeline microSPARC designs are 32- bit architectures based on Version 8 of the SPARC Architecture published by SPARC International, thus preserving end user investment in SPARC application software. "SMCC has established industry-leading microprocessor design expertise," said Derek Meyer, director of SPARC marketing for SMCC. "A key element to our business strategy is selecting technology partners who can meet our design and volume production requirements. Fujitsu has long been a supporter of the SPARC architecture and is ideally equipped to partner with SMCC in the design and manufacture of the microSPARC II-based CPU." "microSPARC II's combination of high performance at low cost makes it ideal for low-cost desktop and server applications," said Tom Miller, vice president of marketing at Fujitsu Microelectronics. "The new CPU also provides us with a good complement to our SPARClite (TM) embedded family in situations where our customers need the next step in performance. We are excited to continue the long and productive relationship between our two companies on SPARC design and development, which began with Fujitsu's first SPARC implementation for Sun in 1985." SPARC, the Leading RISC Architecture According to market research organization International Data Corporation, SPARC systems represent 56 percent of 1992 RISC workstation/workstation server shipments. Products based on SPARC technology are available from more than 34 system vendors and seven microprocessor/chipset vendors. The Semiconductor Division of Fujitsu Microelectronics, Inc. (FMI) designs, manufacturers and markets a comprehensive portfolio of advanced semiconductor products. As the U.S. arm of Fujitsu Limited, FMI provides customers with sophisticated design capabilities and one of the industryUs largest and most experienced research and development teams with worldwide high-volume manufacturing capabilities. Fujitsu's leading edge technologies include 0.5 micron CMOS and GaAs processes, USOP and VSOP packaging, and MCM and PCMCIA cards. The division has pioneered standards for computer and communications system performance, teaming with Sun Microsystems to develop the first SPARC processor, and creating the highly-integrated Ethernet LAN ICs family. Based in San Jose, Calif., FMI is a leading supplier of high-performance ASICs, memory devices, multi-chip module products, PCMCIA-compliant cards, telecommunications ICs, SPARC processors, graphics chips and advanced Ethernet LAN devices. Sun Microsystems Computer Corporation (SMCC) a subsidiary of Sun Microsystems , Inc. is the worldUs leading supplier of open client-server computing solutions. SMCC has its headquarters in Mountain View, Calif. ### Sun, the Sun Logo, Sun Microsystems, Sun Microsystems Computer Corporation, the Sun Microsystems Computer Corporation logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. All SPARC trademarks, including the SCD Compliant logo, are trademarks or registered trademarks of SPARC International, Inc. microSPARC is licensed exclusively to Sun Microsystems, Inc. SPARClite is a trademark of SPARC International, Inc., licensed exclusively to Fujitsu Microelectronics, Inc. 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