NXP Semiconductors MC8610TPX1066JB

Overview

MC8610TPX1066JB from Freescale Semiconductor is a high-performance 32-bit Power Architecture™ e600-core integrated host processor featuring a 256-Kbyte ECC-protected L2 cache, dual PCI Express® controllers (x1/x2/x4/x8), DDR2 memory controller supporting up to 533 MHz data rate, and integrated display interface unit for 1280×1024@60 Hz TTL output. It targets telecom infrastructure control planes and carrier-grade networking systems requiring deterministic I/O coherency and multi-protocol interconnect.

For engineers reviewing the MC8610TPX1066JB datasheet, MC8610TPX1066JB pinout, MC8610TPX1066JB application, or MC8610TPX1066JB equivalent, key selection criteria include its 783-pin FC-PBGA package, 1.025 V ±50 mV core supply requirement, dual 32-bit PCI/PCIe hybrid bus architecture, 256-Kbyte unified L2 cache with ECC, and support for DDR2-1066 (533 MHz) memory interfaces with 72-bit data path including ECC.

Technical Context

The MC8610TPX1066JB implements the e600 core with eleven execution units and separate 32-Kbyte L1 instruction/data caches, coupled with an MPX coherency module enabling cache-coherent multiprocessing across multiple MPC8610 devices. Its DDR2 memory controller supports 64-bit or 72-bit (with ECC) data paths at up to 533 MHz, delivering up to 8.5 GB/s peak bandwidth.

Two independent PCI Express controllers provide x1/x2/x4 link widths on Controller 1 and x1/x2/x4/x8 on Controller 2, each operating at 2.5 Gbaud with 2.0 Gbps per lane. The device integrates dual four-channel DMA controllers accessible by both local and remote masters, and features an OpenPIC-compliant programmable interrupt controller supporting 16 priority levels and 60 total interrupts.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MC8610TPX1066JB is housed in a 783-pin FC-PBGA package with 27 mm × 27 mm body size and 1.0 mm ball pitch. Power domains include VDD_Core (core logic), GVDD (DDR2 I/O), BVDD (eLBC/SSI), OVDD (general-purpose I/O), and dedicated SerDes supplies (S1VDD/S2VDD, X1VDD/X2VDD, L1VDD/L2VDD).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar integrated host processor applications.

Compared with MPC8641DZQALF and P2020NSN2HFB, MC8610TPX1066JB uniquely balances DDR2-1066 bandwidth, integrated display output, and dual PCIe controllers in a single die-making it optimal for space-constrained telecom platforms requiring both high-speed interconnect and local human-machine interface support.

Availability

MC8610TPX1066JB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure control planes, carrier Ethernet switching systems, and industrial router platforms requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for MC8610TPX1066JB includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in embedded processing, connectivity, and analog solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.

The MPC8610 product line was designed as a high-integration host processor for carrier-class communications equipment, emphasizing cache-coherent multiprocessing, multi-protocol I/O (PCIe, PCI, DDR2, eLBC), and deterministic real-time performance.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR2 data rate supported by the MC8610TPX1066JB?

The MC8610TPX1066JB supports DDR2 memory at up to 533 MHz data rate (DDR2-1066), delivering peak bandwidth of 8.5 GB/s on its 64-bit or 72-bit (with ECC) interface. This specification is confirmed in Section 2.6 of the MPC8610EC datasheet Rev. 2 and applies directly to the MC8610TPX1066JB variant.

Does the MC8610TPX1066JB include an integrated display interface, and what are its capabilities?

Yes, the MC8610TPX1066JB includes a Display Interface Unit (DIU) supporting parallel TTL output with maximum resolution of 1280×1024 at 60 Hz refresh rate and up to 24 bits per pixel color depth. This is documented in the Features section and Section 2.8 of the MPC8610EC datasheet Rev. 2, and is a distinguishing feature of the MC8610TPX1066JB among Freescale's host processors.

What package type and pin count does the MC8610TPX1066JB use?

The MC8610TPX1066JB uses a 783-pin flip-chip plastic ball grid array (FC-PBGA) package with 27 mm × 27 mm body size and 1.0 mm ball pitch. This mechanical specification is explicitly stated in the "Available as" clause of the Features section and verified in Section 5 of the MPC8610EC datasheet Rev. 2.

How many PCI Express controllers does the MC8610TPX1066JB integrate, and what link widths do they support?

The MC8610TPX1066JB integrates two PCI Express controllers: Controller 1 supports x1, x2, and x4 link widths; Controller 2 supports x1, x2, x4, and x8. Both comply with PCI Express 1.0a and operate at 2.5 Gbaud per lane, as specified in the Features section and Section 2.18 of the MPC8610EC datasheet Rev. 2.

What is the core voltage requirement for the MC8610TPX1066JB, and is it dependent on speed grade?

The MC8610TPX1066JB requires VDD_Core = 1.025 V ±50 mV for devices marked with a core frequency of 1333 MHz, which includes the MC8610TPX1066JB (the '1066' suffix indicates DDR2-1066 support and correlates with 1333 MHz core marking). This is defined in Table 3, Section 2.1.2 of the MPC8610EC datasheet Rev. 2.