Raza Microelectronics Licenses the MIPS64(R) Architecture for Next Generation Processors
May 16 2005 - 8:03AM
PR Newswire (US)
Raza Microelectronics Licenses the MIPS64(R) Architecture for Next
Generation Processors MIPS-Based(TM) XLR(TM) Family of High
Performance Thread Processors(TM) Designed for Connected Computing
Applications MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/
-- MIPS Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIPS) today announced that Raza
Microelectronics Inc. (RMI) has standardized on the MIPS64(R)
architecture for the newly announced XLR(TM) family of Thread
processors(TM), the first to be optimized for the growing
throughput and multitasking demands of connected computing
applications. CEO and semiconductor pioneer, Atiq Raza, formally
introduced RMI's new product family and strategic direction today.
RMI's new XLR processing solution, which is sampling now, is based
on 32 threads powered by an enhanced MIPS64 CPU operating at up to
1.5GHz. The XLR processor is a key enabler for the growing
convergence of networking and computing applications -- including
integrated security (firewall, VPN, anti-virus, intrusion
prevention), web services, virtualized storage, load balancing,
server offload and intelligent routing and switching. RMI has also
been shipping the MIPS64-based XL(TM) family of processors for two
years. "We're delighted to be working with MIPS Technologies," said
Nazar Zaidi, Vice President Product Development and General
Manager, Advanced Processor Solutions, RMI. "The MIPS architecture
is the industry standard for embedded applications because of its
acknowledged performance advantage and robust ecosystem of software
and tools. The scalability, flexibility and functionality of the
MIPS64 architecture made this the ideal choice for our new
generation of threaded processors." "We are pleased that Raza
Microelectronics has decided to make such a major commitment to the
MIPS architecture," said Jack Browne, VP of worldwide sales, MIPS
Technologies. "It's exciting to be such an integral part of the
development of a processor family that is not only an industry
first, but will provide RMI's customers with a significant
competitive advantage when it comes to performance, multitasking
capabilities and throughput." About the MIPS64 Architecture MIPS
Technologies began developing its 64-bit processor architecture
over a decade ago, based on the leading-edge RISC (reduced
instruction set computer) research of MIPS co-founder John
Hennessy, currently the president of Stanford University. More than
a dozen leading companies, including NEC, Toshiba, Broadcom,
PMC-Sierra, IDT and LSI Logic have successfully deployed the
technology in a variety of consumer and networking applications.
The demand for 64-bit processing is fueled by features such as
streaming audio and high-definition video for small and large
displays, cryptography enhancements for e-commerce, and the
convergence of computing, communications, multimedia and encryption
in new types of information appliances. The MIPS architecture has
the rare capability of executing 32-bit and 64-bit code, in binary
form, on 64-bit processors without the need to recompile. This
capability allows system designers to select from a broad range of
commercially available 32-bit and 64-bit MIPS code to accelerate
the development of high-bandwidth, next-generation 64-bit products.
About MIPS Technologies MIPS Technologies, Inc. is a leading
provider of industry-standard processor architectures and cores for
digital consumer and business applications. The company drives the
broadest architectural alliance that is delivering 32- and 64-bit
embedded RISC solutions. The company licenses its intellectual
property to semiconductor companies, ASIC developers and system
OEMs. MIPS Technologies and its licensees offer the widest range of
robust, scalable processors in standard, custom, semi-custom and
application-specific products. The company is based in Mountain
View, Calif., and can be reached at +1 (650) 567-5000 or
http://www.mips.com/. About RMI RMI (Raza Microelectronics, Inc.)
is an innovative leader in silicon solutions designed to transform
the Information Infrastructure. The company's portfolio of products
provides the foundation for the next generation of scalable
Enterprise, Access and Digital Imaging systems. The XLR(TM)
Processor is the first Thread Processor(TM) for Connected Computing
while the Orion(TM) Intelligent Access(TM) Processor provides the
industry's first integrated solution delivering advanced packet
services over existing transport infrastructure. RMI's XL(TM)
Processor is power-efficient solution optimized for advanced
digital imaging applications. As a silicon execution machine, RMI's
unique ability to rapidly deliver semiconductor solutions enables
system manufacturers to quickly respond to changing market needs.
RMI is headquartered in Cupertino, California with offices and
development centers in China, India and Japan. For more
information, please visit http://www.razamicroelectronics.com/.
NOTE: MIPS and MIPS64 are trademarks or registered trademarks of
MIPS Technologies, Inc. in the US and other countries. All other
trademarks referred to herein are the property of their respective
owners. DATASOURCE: MIPS Technologies, Inc. CONTACT: Cathy Browne
of MIPS Technologies, Inc., +1-650-567-5178, or Web site:
http://www.razamicroelectronics.com/ Web site: http://www.mips.com/
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