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Intel Architecture Family Overview - (Intel 80186 & i386 processor families)
Intel386(TM) Embedded Architecture Overview The Intel386(TM) Processor family is made up of high performance, 32-bit CPU only and integrated microprocessors that are well suited for the embedded market segment. The architecture’s momentum, establish by the PC industry over the past ten years, enables today’s embedded OEMs the opportunity to bring their products to market more quickly. Using Intel386 processors in embedded designs reduces startup time for new projects, development time of prototypes and overall system cost.
The Intel386(TM) architecture has found its way into a broad spectrum of embedded designs such as public and private PBX switching systems, cellular phones, POS and handheld terminals, copiers, fax machines, printers and medical equipment. The architecture can be found in many real time environments such as robotics, factory automation, measurement control systems, sensors and test equipment.
Intel386(TM) CPU Family For 10 years, the Intel386(TM) processors have provided reliability and high performance to the computer industry. Initially built as the host CPU for PCs, these processors are still readily available and continue to provide high performance, 32-bit processing power for embedded applications. Thanks to a static Intel386(TM) processor core design, the new pin-for-pin compatible family enables higher performance and lower power and voltage capabilities for embedded systems than previously possible. Intel386(TM) Integrated Processor Family The Intel386(TM) EX processor is the first in a planned family of integrated processors for embedded applications. Intel based the EX on the same Intel386(TM) processor static 32-bit core. and incorporated PC-compatible and traditional embedded peripherals to implement typical embedded controller functions.