MEC1609I-PZP

Application Specific Microcontrollers Overview

The MEC1609i-PZP is a mixed-signal mobile embedded Flash ARC EC base component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It features an ARC-625D 32-bit embedded controller with 192 KB of user Flash memory, 16 KB of dual-ported SRAM, and a 2 KB instruction cache. The device operates at 3.3V and supports the LPC interface for host communication. It includes three SMBus 2.0 controllers, PECI 2.0, PS/2 ports, and an ADC interface. The industrial temperature variant (-40°C to +85°C) is housed in a 144-pin LFBGA package.

Application Specific Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• ARC-625D Embedded Controller: 32-bit CPU with 192 KB Flash, 16 KB SRAM, and 2 KB Instruction Cache.
• LPC Interface: Supports ACPI compliance, Trusted Cycles, and ISA Plug-and-Play configuration.
• Peripheral Interfaces: Includes three SMBus 2.0 Host Controllers, PECI 2.0, two GP-SPI controllers, and three hardware PS/2 ports.
• Power Management: Features VBAT/VTR power planes, hibernation timers, and low standby current capabilities.

Application Specific Microcontrollers Applications

• Mobile Embedded Controller (EC) Base Components
• ACPI Compliant System Power Management
• VLPC and BC-Link Interconnect Architectures

Application Specific Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify that the suffix 'i' corresponds to the industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. Confirm the 'PZP' suffix indicates the 144-pin LFBGA package. Ensure the specific revision of the datasheet DS00001769A matches the silicon revision required for the design.

Application Specific Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select the MEC1609i over the MEC1609 when operation below 0°C is required. The PZP package is a 144-pin LFBGA (10mm x 10mm). Verify system requirements for LPC interface decoding and VLPC companion component compatibility before finalizing the selection.

Application Specific Microcontrollers Part Context

The MEC1609i is part of the MEC1609 family, serving as the base component for advanced I/O controller architectures. It utilizes the BC-Link and VLPC protocols to communicate with companion components. The device integrates significant on-chip memory and processing power to handle system management tasks independently.

Application Specific Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

The standard commercial version MEC1609-PZP offers identical functionality but operates within the 0°C to +70°C temperature range. No other direct cross-model replacements are documented in the provided source material.

Application Specific Microcontrollers FAQ

What is the operating voltage for the MEC1609i?

The device operates at 3.3V.

How much embedded Flash memory does the MEC1609i contain?

It contains 192 KB of user space Flash memory plus a 2 KB info block.

Does the MEC1609i support the LPC interface?

Yes, it features an LPC interface that decodes LPC I/O and Trusted Cycles.