PCI - Mike Munroe, Hybricon PCI on VME is an emerging technology. See attached presentation. Connector is AMP Z-pac 5 X47 per IEC 1076. PCI fabric is being worked on to expand the slot count. PCI may allow VSO to define standard for embedded systems applications.
Software is another issue.
Since IP was not optimized for such use, many vendors create their own proprietary protocol. MessageWay is an attempt to standardize this protocol. See attached email for more info. Introductions and announcements Ray made several announcements. Ray suggested that the group consider moving to Regal McCormick Ranch for the July meeting to provide more room.