Tundra TSI564A(TM) Serial RapidIO(R) Switch Now Sampling

Tsi564A Strengthens the RapidIO Ecosystem By Interconnecting Digital 
Signal Processors, Microprocessors and FPGAs

OTTAWA, Oct. 12 /CNW Telbec/ - Tundra Semiconductor Corporation
(TSX:TUN), the leader in System Interconnect, today further expanded its
family of serial RapidIO switches with the delivery of the Tsi564A serial
RapidIO switch. Launched in May 2005, the Tsi564A joins the Tsi568A(TM) as the
industry's only available serial RapidIO switches. Both switches deliver the
performance, power and configurability that designers need to build RapidIO
interconnect in their high performance systems for a broad spectrum of
communications, video, imaging and networking applications.
In addition to having a small footprint, the Tsi564A offers low power,
multiple port-widths and speed configurations, making it ideally suited for
applications where power, cost and board space are primary concerns. This
switch interconnects serial RapidIO-enabled processors and peripheral devices,
supporting an aggregate bandwidth of 40 gigabits per second. Based on the
Serial RapidIO Specification, the Tsi564A incorporates SerDes functionality,
error recovery, priority-based and table-based fabric routing and high payload
efficiency. The Tsi564A is offered in a 21mm x 21mm package with a Pb-free
(lead-free) variant.

Performance, Power and Configurability Customers Need for Next-Generation
Systems

Tundra's leadership role in bringing serial RapidIO to market and the
increase in momentum of the number of serial RapidIO products available in the
marketplace was demonstrated by the recent recognition of the Tsi564A by
EETimes on it's quarterly Ultimate Products Top Ten List issued October 3,
2005. The Tsi564A received reader endorsement for being a key addition to the
Tundra portfolio of RapidIO switches delivering the performance, power and
configurability designers need to build high performance RapidIO-enabled
applications. Technical editors for the eeProductCenter nominate products
named to the list and finalists are chosen through input solicited from up to
1,000 targeted product users.
"We're pleased to see general sampling of Tundra's high performance
Tsi564A serial RapidIO switch. It is a great addition to the RapidIO ecosystem
and reflects Tundra's on-going leadership in both RapidIO technology and
switch fabric interconnect," said Todd Wynia, VP Marketing at Artesyn
Technologies. "The combination of current customer demand and the availability
of Tundra's serial RapidIO switches further extends the reach of RapidIO
connectivity and builds market momentum for this exciting technology."

Interoperability with Industry-Leading Processors and FPGAs

"The combination of the Tundra Tsi564A switch with Freescale's
PowerQUICC III processors with RapidIO technology brings high-speed, reliable
network systems to life," said Jeff Timbs, Marketing Director for Freescale
Semiconductor's Digital Systems Division. "This interoperable solution, along
with the availability of the Tundra serial RapidIO development platform,
reduces risk for developers looking to design with serial RapidIO technology.
Our joint telecom infrastructure, storage and enterprise networking customers
can configure multiple performance, power and cost options that take advantage
of RapidIO technology."
"Both the availability of the Tsi564A serial RapidIO switch and its
seamless interoperability with Altera's serial RapidIO IP core and FPGAs are
welcomed by our communications customers requiring high-performance DSP co-
processing and system interconnect," says Arun Iyengar, Senior Director,
Wireless Business Unit at Altera Corporation. "Altera and Tundra continue to
strengthen the RapidIO ecosystem with the addition of new products and
solutions that deliver the performance, reliability and flexibility our mutual
customers are looking for in RapidIO-enabled applications."

Comprehensive Design Tools and Support

Tundra provides industry-leading design support tools that allow
designers to easily evaluate all of the Tsi564A's features and benefits. In
addition, with the availability of both applications engineering support and
the Tundra Serial RapidIO Development Platform, designers can access flexible
and rapid prototyping - saving time and resources, resulting in faster time to
market for their systems.
"The general availability of the Tsi564A and our recently announced
serial RapidIO development platform have brought greater interoperability and
depth to the RapidIO ecosystem. By interconnecting DSPs, PowerQUICC IIIs, and
FPGAs, customers have immediate access to a complete design environment to
architect their next-generation RapidIO-based systems," said Rick O'Connor,
CTO and Vice President, Product Management at Tundra.

ORDERING INFORMATION

The Tundra Tsi564A is now available through Tundra's worldwide sales
network. Documentation, including ordering information, user manuals, and
software drivers, is available at www.tundra.com . Volume pricing for the
Tsi564A is under $59 USD. The Tsi564A is available in both standard and lead-
free packages for industrial and commercial temperature ranges.

ABOUT TUNDRA

Tundra Semiconductor Corporation (TSX:TUN) delivers standards-based
System Interconnect for use by the world's leading vendors of wireless
infrastructure, networking, storage and pervasive computing systems. Tundra
System Interconnect allows customers to link critical system components while
compressing development cycles and maximizing performance. For more
information, please visit www.tundra.com .

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