Zilog

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Zilog
Type Subsidiary of IXYS
Founded 1974
Headquarters Milpitas, California, USA
Key people Federico Faggin, founder
Ralph Ungermann, founder
Industry Electronic components
Products Electronic components
Number of people 174
Website http://www.zilog.com/

Zilog is an American computer chip manufacturer.

Foundation

Zilog was founded in 1974 by Federico Faggin and Ralph Ungermann.

Zilog Z80

Beginning in 1976, Zilog released the Z80 a series of 8-bit microprocessors that were compatible with the Intel 8080.

The Z80 was used in several computers and video game consoles.

Acquisition by IXYS

In December 2009, IXYS purchased Zilog for $62.4 million USD with money in hand.