S3C4530A is a cost-effective, high-performance microcontroller solution for Ethernet-based systems. It features an integrated Ethernet controller designed for use in managed communication hubs and routers. The microcontroller is built around a 16/32-bit ARM7TDMI RISC processor core, which is low-power and suitable for various applications. It offers a configurable 8KB unified cache/SRAM and Ethernet controller to reduce system cost. Important peripheral functions include two HDLC channels with buffer descriptor, two UART channels with full modem interface signal and 32-byte buffer, 2-channel GDMA, two 32-bit timers, and 26 programmable I/O ports.
The Samsung S3C4530A is a cost‑effective 16/32‑bit RISC microcontroller with an integrated Ethernet controller, aimed at Ethernet‑based systems such as managed hubs and routers. It combines a configurable 8‑Kbyte unified cache/SRAM, a 208‑pin QFP package, and a rich set of peripherals including UARTs, HDLC, GDMA, timers, and 26 programmable I/O ports.
The manual details the architecture, system manager, cache, serial and Ethernet interfaces, HDLC and DMA controllers, UART features, timer operation, interrupt handling, PLL configuration, signal descriptions, and mechanical dimensions. It also lists electrical specifications, operating temperature, and package dimensions for hardware designers and developers.
| Operating frequency | Up to 50 MHz |
|---|---|
| Package type | 208‑pin QFP |
| Operating temperature range | 0 °C to +70 °C |
| Ethernet speed | 10/100 Mbit/s |
| Programmable I/O ports | 26 |
| Cache size | 8‑Kbyte unified cache/SRAM |
| UART channels | Two |
| Timers | Two 32‑bit timers |
| HDLC channels | Two |
The device operates from 0 °C up to +70 °C.
It can run at frequencies up to 50 MHz.
The microcontroller includes 26 programmable I/O ports.
It supports both 10 Mbit/s and 100 Mbit/s Ethernet operation.