Hi,

We have been using 87c54, etc for a long time, but now I have the need for more ram and I also want to have flash. It's got to be a pin for pin replacement. I'm using the PLCC44 pkg.

I've looked at derivitives for several days, and I've tentatively settled on the Philips P89C51RC2...RD2 part.

I understand that with Flash Magic, this part can be programmed using ISP.

Now, I have a few questions:

What standard 805x parts are most popular today?

Is the Ceibo EB-51X2 a reasonably capable ICE? If not, what are the list members using?

Will the Franklin C compiler support the Philips P89C51RC2 and work with the Ceibo ice?

I'm still gathering info, but would appreciate any comments the list may have.

Mark