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NXP Semiconductors MPC8568VTAQGG
- Part No.:
- MPC8568VTAQGG
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1023-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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MPC8568VTAQGG.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU MPC85XX 1.0GHZ 1023FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MPC8568VTAQGG from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a PowerQUICC III integrated communications processor featuring a 32-bit e500v2 Power Architecture core, 512 KB L2 cache/SRAM, dual 10/100/1000-Mbps eTSEC Ethernet controllers, DDR/DDR2 memory controller, and integrated QUICC Engine for protocol offload. It targets carrier-grade networking equipment including edge routers, media gateways, and secure VPN appliances requiring deterministic real-time packet processing.
For engineers reviewing the MPC8568VTAQGG datasheet, MPC8568VTAQGG pinout, MPC8568VTAQGG application, or MPC8568VTAQGG equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual eTSECs with TCP/IP acceleration, x1/x2/x4 PCI Express + Serial RapidIO I/O flexibility, hardware security engine supporting SSL/TLS/IPSsec, and 36-bit physical addressing for large memory-mapped I/O systems.
Technical Context
The MPC8568VTAQGG implements a dual-core-capable e500v2 core with double-precision floating-point APU and embedded vector/scalar single-precision FP units, coupled with an 8-way set-associative 512-KB L2 cache configurable as SRAM. Its coherency module (ECM) enables snoop-based cache coherency between CPU and I/O masters across local and external address spaces via ATMUs supporting 64-bit PCI Express and RapidIO translation windows.
Its QUICC Engine provides dedicated hardware acceleration for ATM SAR (OC-12), HDLC/SS7 (256 channels), PPP/ML-PPP/MC-PPP, IPv4/IPv6 termination, and ATM-to-Ethernet interworking, while the integrated Security Engine delivers single-pass cryptographic processing for SSL 3.0/TLS 1.0, IPSec, SRTP, and 802.11i using PKEU, DEU, AESU, MDEU, and RNG execution units.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e500v2 Core | 32-bit Power Architecture core with 36-bit physical addressing, double-precision FP APU, and embedded vector/scalar single-precision FP APUs |
| L2 Cache/SRAM | 512 KB eight-way set-associative cache with flexible cache/SRAM partitioning and stashing support for I/O-initiated allocations |
| eTSEC Interfaces | Two enhanced three-speed Ethernet controllers supporting MII/RMII/GMII/RGMII/TBI/RTBI, jumbo frames up to 9.6 KB, and IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3z/802.3ab compliance |
| Memory Controller | DDR/DDR2 SDRAM controller supporting up to 16 GB main memory, 32-bit data bus, ECC for single-bit correction/double-bit detection |
| High-Speed I/O | Configurable x1/x2/x4 PCI Express root complex/endpoint + 1x/4x Serial RapidIO (1.25–3.125 Gbaud), sharing clock domain with no spread-spectrum support |
| Security Engine | Four crypto-channels with PKEU, DEU, AESU, AFEU, MDEU, KEU, and RNG units enabling single-pass SSL/TLS/IPSsec processing |
| QUICC Engine | Integrated 8-port L2 switch, ATM SAR up to OC-12, 256-channel HDLC/transparent, IPv4/IPv6 termination, and ATM/Ethernet interworking |
Pinout & Package
Package: 783-pin PBGA (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant, thermally enhanced with exposed thermal pad.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD / AVDD_PLAT / AVDD_CORE | Core power supply | 1.1 V ± 55 mV nominal; must be powered before GVDD in strict sequencing to prevent latch-up |
| GVDD | DDR/DDR2 I/O supply | 2.5 V ± 125 mV or 1.8 V ± 90 mV; referenced by MVREF = GVDD/2 for SSTL2-compatible DRAM interface |
| LVDD / TVDD | eTSEC/QUICC Ethernet I/O supply | 3.3 V ± 165 mV or 2.5 V ± 125 mV; supports MII/RMII/GMII/RGMII/TBI/RTBI PHY interfacing |
| OVDD | PCI/DUART/JTAG I/O supply | 3.3 V ± 165 mV; powers PCI 32-bit 66 MHz bus, DUART, I2C, and JTAG boundary-scan logic |
| BVDD | Local bus I/O supply | 3.3 V ± 165 mV or 2.5 V ± 125 mV; drives 32-bit multiplexed local bus operating up to 133 MHz with ZBT RAM support |
| SD_REF_CLK | SerDes reference clock input | 100 MHz differential input; required for PCI Express and Serial RapidIO physical layer operation at 2.5 Gbaud |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware TCP/IP Acceleration | Per-packet configurable IP/TCP/UDP checksum generation/verification, VLAN/PPPoE/MPLS/ESP-AH header recognition, and classification offload to L2 cache |
| Flexible Memory Mapping | 36-bit physical address space with eight local access windows and ATMUs enabling 64-bit PCI Express/RapidIO system integration |
| Power Management Modes | Four states-full-on, doze, nap, sleep-with on-the-fly MCKE assertion for DDR/DDR2 low-power sleep mode entry |
| Programmable Interrupt Controller | OpenPIC-compliant PIC supporting 16 priority levels, message interrupts, global timers, and bypass capability for external interrupt controllers |
| DMA Flexibility | Four-channel DMA with scatter-gather, misaligned transfers, stride support, and local attributes (snoop/stashing) programmable per descriptor chain |
Applications
| Edge Router Control Plane | Secure Media Gateway |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized control plane in multi-service edge routers handling BGP/OSPF routing, QoS policy enforcement, and management traffic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host processor executing Linux-based routing stack with hardware-accelerated packet classification via TLU and eTSEC frame filtering. Use Value: 512 KB L2 cache reduces instruction fetch latency; dual eTSECs enable concurrent control-plane and out-of-band management traffic without software overhead. |
Use Scenario: Carrier-class media gateway performing SIP/RTCP signaling, RTP payload encryption, and TDM-to-Packet conversion for VoIP trunking. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time packet processor with QUICC Engine handling TDM framing and HDLC, Security Engine performing AES-128/SHA-1 for SRTP, and eTSECs managing jitter-sensitive media streams. Use Value: Single-pass crypto processing eliminates CPU bottlenecks; QUICC Engine's 256-channel HDLC supports dense T1/E1 line cards without external ASICs. |
| Industrial Firewall Appliance | Cellular Base Station Controller |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted firewall appliance inspecting encrypted HTTPS/SSL traffic and enforcing deep packet inspection rules in industrial SCADA networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary security processor running custom IPS/IDS firmware with Security Engine offloading TLS handshake and bulk encryption. Use Value: Hardware XOR engine accelerates RAID parity in logging storage; ECC-enabled DDR2 ensures data integrity during long-term log retention. |
Use Scenario: Remote radio head (RRH) controller aggregating CPRI links, performing Layer 2 MAC scheduling, and managing LTE eNodeB timing synchronization. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic real-time controller with programmable timers, PCI Express x4 uplink to baseband unit, and RapidIO for fronthaul coordination. Use Value: 36-bit addressing supports large shared memory buffers for CPRI sample buffering; precise timer resolution enables sub-microsecond LTE frame alignment. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC8568EVTAQGG | Same die, but lead-free and RoHS-compliant version with identical electrical and thermal specs; differs only in marking and packaging compliance | Required for EU/China RoHS-regulated deployments; functionally identical in all design-in contexts | Select MPC8568EVTAQGG when environmental compliance certification is mandatory; otherwise MPC8568VTAQGG remains valid for legacy or non-regulated markets |
| MPC8548CZQAGG | Lower-frequency variant (1.0 GHz vs. 1.33 GHz), no Serial RapidIO, reduced L2 cache (256 KB), same eTSEC/Security Engine/QUICC Engine feature set | Suitable for cost-sensitive, lower-throughput applications like branch office firewalls or entry-level media servers where RapidIO and peak bandwidth are unnecessary | Choose MPC8548CZQAGG when system throughput requirements fall below 800 Mbps aggregate Ethernet and no fronthaul interconnect is needed |
Compared with MPC8568VTAQGG, MPC8568EVTAQGG offers identical performance with formal RoHS certification, while MPC8548CZQAGG trades clock speed, L2 capacity, and RapidIO for lower cost and power-making it viable only where those features are unused in the target application.
Availability
MPC8568VTAQGG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade edge routers, secure media gateways, and industrial firewall appliances requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MPC8568VTAQGG 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
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets, with roots in Freescale's PowerQUICC lineage.
The MPC8568VTAQGG belongs to the PowerQUICC III family, designed specifically for high-performance, low-latency packet processing in telecom infrastructure-integrating network I/O, security, and real-time control on a single die.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR2 memory capacity supported by the MPC8568VTAQGG?
The MPC8568VTAQGG supports up to 16 GB of DDR2 SDRAM using its 32-bit memory controller with four chip selects and 36-bit physical addressing. Bank sizes range from 64 MB to 4 GB, and ECC is implemented to detect all double-bit errors and correct all single-bit errors in memory transactions.
Does the MPC8568VTAQGG support both PCI Express and Serial RapidIO simultaneously?
Yes, the MPC8568VTAQGG supports x1/x2/x4 PCI Express and 1x/4x Serial RapidIO concurrently, but with constraints: both share the same 2.5-Gbaud clock domain, spread-spectrum clocking is disabled, and x8 PCI Express mode disables RapidIO due to pin multiplexing limitations documented in section 1.2.9 of the hardware spec.
What Ethernet PHY interfaces are supported by the MPC8568VTAQGG's eTSECs?
The MPC8568VTAQGG's two eTSECs support MII, RMII, GMII, RGMII, TBI, and RTBI interfaces at 10/100/1000 Mbps. Table 1 in the hardware specification confirms simultaneous configuration options, including mixed-mode use of FIFO and PHY interfaces, with voltage compatibility enforced at 2.5 V or 3.3 V per interface pair.
How does the MPC8568VTAQGG's Security Engine accelerate TLS/SSL processing?
The MPC8568VTAQGG's Security Engine performs single-pass cryptographic processing for SSL 3.0, TLS 1.0, IPSec, SRTP, and 802.11i using dedicated execution units (AESU, MDEU, PKEU). It handles full handshake offload-including RSA key exchange and SHA-1 HMAC-and bulk encryption without CPU intervention, reducing host load by >90% in benchmarked HTTPS proxy workloads.
Is the MPC8568VTAQGG pin-compatible with the MPC8548 series?
No, the MPC8568VTAQGG is not pin-compatible with the MPC8548 series. Although both use 783-pin PBGA packages, pin assignments differ significantly-particularly for SerDes, RapidIO, and PCI Express signals-as confirmed by separate pin assignment tables in their respective datasheets; PCB redesign is required for migration.
MPC8568VTAQGG Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1023-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- MPC85xx
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e500v2
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.0GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Communications; QUICC Engine
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR, DDR2, SDRAM
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (2)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- -
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1023-FCPBGA (33x33)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, HSSI, I2C, PCI, RapidIO, UART
MPC8568VTAQGG FAQ
1.How can I place an order for MPC8568VTAQGG through Aetrix?
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MPC8568VTAQGG?
All MPC8568VTAQGG units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MPC8568VTAQGG, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MPC8568VTAQGG part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MPC8568VTAQGG:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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