Product Description
Mercury USPIIIi/2048-1200-2-USB VME64 Computer – High-Performance Multiprocessing Board
This used Mercury USPIIIi is a high-performance VME64 single-board computer (SBC), designed for real-time multiprocessing in demanding defense, aerospace, and industrial signal-processing applications. Mercury Computer Systems (now Mercury Systems, Inc.) is a leading provider of secure, mission-critical processing subsystems for C4I (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence) applications, radar, and sonar.
The long part number “USPIIIi/2048-1200-2-USB” indicates a specific, high-specification configuration typical of a production run for a military or aerospace integrator.
Condition Note: This is a used, complex electronic assembly. It is untested and sold as-is. No software, cables, or documentation are included unless specified. Due to its specialized nature, it is intended for qualified technicians or system integrators.
Key Specifications (Decoded & Inferred)
| Specification | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mercury Computer Systems / Mercury Systems, Inc. |
| Product Family | USPIIIi (RACE++ Series) |
| Form Factor | VME64 / VME64x |
| Memory | 2048 MB (2 GB) RAM |
| Processor Speed | 1200 MHz (PowerPC likely) |
| I/O | USB Port |
| Condition | Used – Untested |
Decoding the Modle: The part number appears to break down as:
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USPIIIi: Base product (likely a PowerPC based SBC)
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2048: Memory Configuration (2 GB RAM)
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1200: Core Clock Speed (1.2 GHz)
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2: Revision or Feature Set
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USB: Connector type fitted to the front panel
Applications
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Radar & Sonar Processing: Mercury’s historical strength; beam forming and signal detection
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Software Defined Radio (SDR): Modem and waveform processing
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Image Processing: Satellite ground station or surveillance systems
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Military Vehicle Computers: C4I systems, fire control, and sensor fusion
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Legacy System Support: Replacement for failed units in existing racks
Condition
SOLD AS IS
USED – PULLED FROM SURPLUS
FUNCTIONALITY NOT TESTED
NO SOFTWARE, CABLES, OR DOCUMENTATION INCLUDED
⚠ COMPATIBILITY NOTE: This VME64 board requires a VME64 chassis and backplane. It is not compatible with standard PCIe or ATX computer motherboards. It also requires specific Mercury device drivers and Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) support.





