I have a small project involving transferring a bi-directional 64k synchronous data stream over an IP network to the same device on the other end. It is a fairly simple application except for some timing issues. It will have a telnet server operator interface for configuring the unit.
The unit will be made in small quantities - like 100 or a year - so I have to keep the initial costs for the development tools down as much as possible. Of course, there is a short development cycle constraint as well.
Right now we're looking at the PIC18 with the Microchip IP stack, the 80C400 with the built-in stack, and someone is trying to convince me to go the MSP430 route. I just saw the DSTni chip from Lantronix (now sold by Grid Connect). It looks interesting. I've used the Infineon C165 for years.
Our local distributor is steering me away from the Dallas/Maxim part because he claims it's difficult to buy them without a long lead time.
I'm open to any suggestions or opinions about the ones I'm looking at or any similar alternative.
Casey