Ametek PCI-5565PIORC Reflective Memory PCI Card
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Product Information
The Ametek PCI-5565PIORC is an ultra-high-speed fiber-optic Reflective Memory PCI card engineered for deterministic real-time data distribution across interconnected host computers. Operating as a specialized communication module within the Reflective Memory 5565 Series, this card facilitates autonomous hardware-based memory replication with zero host CPU intervention or operating system overhead. Built on a short PCI form factor, the module features a 32-bit Universal PCI interface operating at 66 MHz in 3.3V or 5V slots, onboard SDRAM options between 16 MB and 128 MB, and LC fiber-optic transceivers.
Network connectivity is established using standard LC fiber cables running at a link baud rate of 2.125 Gbd, delivering sustained transfer speeds up to 174 MB/s across the reflective ring architecture. Integrating a replacement module into a host machine requires setting up the RFM2g software drivers—available for Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and RTX—alongside assigning local memory windows and initializing control registers. When selecting a replacement card, maintenance personnel must align the onboard memory configuration and confirm whether the optical topology utilizes multimode fiber for distances up to 300 meters or single-mode fiber for runs up to 10 kilometers. ABC Industrial Parts provides technical support and tested units to streamline configuration recovery and hardware replacement.
Hardware status oversight is provided through onboard LEDs and embedded interrupt detection capabilities. Visual indicators on the card edge include LINK/LNK to signal active carrier reception, FAIL/ER to highlight hardware or synchronization conditions, and ACT/DATA to monitor network memory writes. In addition to LED indications, the module supports hardware loopback modes and automated interrupts for optical loss, memory parity issues, and FIFO buffer conditions. If parity faults or persistent hardware error states remain active following cable checks and control register resets, physical memory or board failure is indicated, making module replacement or repair through ABC Industrial Parts the effective resolution.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Ametek Abaco Systems |
| Part Number | PCI-5565PIORC |
| Model / Type | Ultra High-Speed Fiber-Optic Reflective Memory PCI Card |
| Product Family | Reflective Memory 5565 Series |
| Component Type | Communication Module |
| Data Transfer Rate | 174 MB/s |
| Fiber Link Baud Rate | 2.125 Gbd |
| Maximum Network Nodes | 256 |
| Onboard Memory Capacity | 16 to 128 MB |
| PCI Bus Width | 32 bit |
| PCI Bus Frequency | 66 MHz |
| PCI Signaling Voltage | 3.3 / 5 V |
| PCI Specification Compliance | Specification 2.2 |
| Max Fiber Distance (Multimode) | 300 m |
| Max Fiber Distance (Single-Mode) | 10 km |
| Connector Type | LC Fiber Optic |
Programming and Configuration
Integration of the Ametek PCI-5565PIORC into control and simulation host platforms relies on the RFM2g software driver package. The driver suite supports real-time operating environments including Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and RTX, providing direct control register access, interrupt management, and local memory mapping.
System initialisation requires mapping the card's local SDRAM—available in options from 16 MB to 128 MB—into the host system's physical address space. Internal control registers allow programmers to configure transfer thresholds, enable internal loopback test modes, and mask specific interrupt routines such as link state shifts or memory parity errors.
Communication and System Integration
The PCI-5565PIORC utilizes dual LC optical fiber connections to form a high-speed ring network, supporting up to 256 discrete nodes. Operating at a fiber link baud rate of 2.125 Gbd, data written to one node's local reflective memory is mirrored across the network to all other nodes at continuous transfer rates up to 174 MB/s.
Optical reach is determined by the onboard transceiver hardware, supporting multimode fiber distances up to 300 meters or single-mode fiber links up to 10 kilometers. The card features full cross-platform interoperability across the Reflective Memory 5565 Series, allowing direct communication on the same fiber ring alongside PCIe-5565RC, PMC-5565, and VME-5565 hardware modules.
Diagnostics and Status Indication
The PCI-5565PIORC features hardware status indicators located on the board edge to give immediate feedback on optical ring conditions, memory access, and board health. Hardware diagnostic mechanisms integrated into the design support continuous link monitoring, parity checking, and FIFO tracking.
Built-in diagnostic utilities include an internal hardware loopback mode, enabling local function testing without interrupting optical traffic on the wider ring network. Dedicated interrupt circuits automatically notify the host processor during optical signal loss, memory parity discrepancies, or FIFO buffer overflows.
Status LED Indicators
| LED | Color/Status | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| LINK / LNK | Solid / Off | Indicates valid optical carrier signal received on incoming fiber port. Off indicates fiber break or remote transmitter failure. |
| FAIL / ER | Solid ON | Indicates hardware or optical ring failure condition. Solid ON indicates local board hardware fault or loss of ring synchronization requiring module inspection. |
| ACT / DATA | Active / Flashing | Indicates data transmission or reception active on the Reflective Memory network. |
Replacement and Spare Part Considerations
When selecting a replacement for a PCI-5565PIORC module, technicians must verify that the replacement card matches both the memory option (16 MB to 128 MB SDRAM) and the optical transceiver specification of the target system. Cabling infrastructure dictates whether a multimode (up to 300 m) or single-mode (up to 10 km) transceiver version is required.
The host slot must provide a 32-bit, 66 MHz Universal PCI interface compliant with PCI Specification 2.2, operating at either 3.3V or 5V signaling levels. Because all 5565 Series form factors share protocol compatibility, the PCI-5565PIORC can also coexist on the same optical ring network alongside PCIe-5565RC, PMC-5565, and VME-5565 hardware components without modifying broader network parameters.
Error Codes & Fault Codes
The following error codes may be displayed during operation or diagnostics:
| Code | Name | Description | Possible Cause | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RFM2G_LINK_DOWN | Optical Link Loss Interrupt / Fault | The optical fiber receiver lost carrier light or phase lock from the preceding node in the network ring. | Disconnected fiber cable, bent or broken fiber strand, powered-off upstream node, dirty optical LC connector. | Inspect optical LC cables, verify preceding node power status, clean fiber connectors, replace damaged fiber patch cables. |
| RFM2G_PARITY_ERROR | Memory Parity Fault | A parity error was detected during data read/write operation on local SDRAM memory. | Internal memory corruption, electrical interference, power rail noise, hardware failure. | Perform soft reset via software driver API. If parity errors persist, board hardware is damaged and requires repair/replacement. |
| RFM2G_FIFO_FULL | Transmit/Receive FIFO Overflow | Onboard FIFO buffer reached capacity, potential data transmission loss. | Excessive local burst writes exceeding ring throughput limit, stalled ring traffic. | Throttle write transfer frequency or inspect ring network latency and link integrity. |
| RFM2G_RING_OFF | Ring Off State Fault | Network transmitter disabled or optical link circuit forced off. | Module disabled by software command or board power reset state. | Re-enable transmitter output through RFM2g control register setup. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which operating systems support the Ametek PCI-5565PIORC driver?
The card is supported by RFM2g software drivers compatible with Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and RTX environments.
What expansion slot specification is required to host the PCI-5565PIORC?
The board requires a 32-bit, 66 MHz Universal PCI expansion slot compliant with PCI Specification 2.2, supporting both 3.3V and 5V signaling.
Can the PCI-5565PIORC operate on the same network ring as PCIe or VME modules?
Yes, the card provides full cross-platform interoperability across the 5565 Series, allowing direct fiber-ring operation with PCIe-5565RC, PMC-5565, and VME-5565 hardware.
What distances are supported by the optical fiber transceivers?
Depending on the transceiver configuration, the card supports optical ring connections up to 300 meters over multimode LC fiber or up to 10 kilometers over single-mode LC fiber.
What does a solid FAIL LED indicate on the module?
A solid ON state on the FAIL/ER LED indicates a local board hardware fault or loss of optical ring synchronization requiring physical inspection of the cabling and module.
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