Specific Training Modules

MOST150 Update Training

Content
The training begins with a detailed introduction to the handling of Control, Packet and Stream data in MOST50/150. After an introduction to the INIC150’s hardware and software stack, attendees will learn how to control an INIC and understand its start-up and network protection benefits as well as its powerful application connectivity.
After a comprehensive overview of the changes and new features described in the new MOST Spec V3 (the foundation) for MOST150 networks, the training is completed.

Objective
At completion of this training, attendees should possess a robust understanding of all components and mechanisms relevant to run a MOST150 network, including the Intelligent Network Interface Controller (INIC).

Target Audience
This technically-oriented training is geared towards engineers who are already experienced with MOST25, and want to accelerate their understanding and ability to execute new projects based on MOST50/MOST150.  Basics of MOST are not covered in this training.

Duration
Two days

Limitations
To ensure close interaction with the trainer and efficiency of learning, each training session is limited to 6 participants.

Registration and Dates
Please use the Online-Reservation page
or contact us via email:

Europe: training-ais-europe@smsc.com
USA: training-ais-usa@smsc.com
Japan: training-ais-jp@smsc.com

Training Module Overview

Basics MOST50/MOST150

  • Frames
  • Control Channel
  • Handling of Streaming Data
  • New MOST Packet Channel
  • New Data Types
  • Physical Layer

MOST Spec V3 Versus V2.5 and New Features

  • Document Structure and Versions
  • General Changes – Overview
  • New System FBlocks
  • New Features
    • Size-prefixed messages
    • SSO / CU detection
    • System Availability
    • Broadcast Mechanisms
    • NetworkMaster Behavior
    • Dynamic Boundary
    • Ring Break Diagnosis

INIC150 Introduction

  • INIC Architecture and Benefits
  • INIC Software Stack Overview
  • Connectivity: Ports, Sockets and Connections
  • Socket and Connection Management
  • Connection Examples
  • Overview of New Interfaces

MOST NetServices

  • Handling of Versions, Errata and Updates
  • Functional Overview
  • Overview MOST NetServices adjustments

Companion ICs

  • MPM85000 power management
  • OS85650 I/O Companion

Tools

  • OptoLyzer G2
  • MediaLB Analyzer V2
Updated Tuesday, 08 June 2010