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NXP Semiconductors MPC8572ELPXAVNE
- Part No.:
- MPC8572ELPXAVNE
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1023-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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MPC8572ELPXAVNE.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU MPC85XX 1.5GHZ 1023FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
MPC8572ELPXAVNE from NXP is a dual-core Power Architecture® e500-based integrated communications processor with two 32-bit Book E-enhanced cores, 1 Mbyte shared L2 cache/SRAM with full ECC, dual 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 memory controllers (up to 32 GB total), four eTSEC Ethernet controllers (10/100/1000 Mbps), integrated security engine (SEC) supporting AES, SHA-2, RSA up to 4096-bit, and Serial RapidIO 1.2 interface - deployed in telecom control planes, secure gateways, and industrial routers.
For engineers reviewing the MPC8572ELPXAVNE datasheet, MPC8572ELPXAVNE pinout, MPC8572ELPXAVNE application, or MPC8572ELPXAVNE equivalent, key selection considerations include dual-core deterministic real-time performance, hardware-accelerated crypto offload, DDR3-1333 support with ECC, 1023-pin FC-PBGA package thermal profile, and compatibility with PowerQUICC III software toolchains and Linux BSPs.
Technical Context
The MPC8572ELPXAVNE implements two identical e500v2 cores with independent 32-Kbyte L1 instruction and data caches (parity-protected), SPE and double-precision floating-point APUs, and a unified 36-bit real address space. Its coherency module (ECM) ensures cache consistency across both cores and external masters.
Memory subsystem includes dual DDR2/DDR3 controllers supporting 64-bit interfaces, 4-bank per controller, up to 4 Gbytes/bank, on-die termination, auto-refresh, and CKE-based power management. The integrated security engine provides four crypto-channels with dedicated execution units for AES, SHA-2, RSA, ECC, and RNG - all accessible via descriptor-based DMA.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Two e500v2 32-bit Power Architecture cores with SPE, scalar & double-precision FP APUs |
| L1 Cache | 32-Kbyte instruction + 32-Kbyte data per core, parity-protected, line- or full-lockable |
| L2 Memory | 1-Mbyte shared cache/SRAM, 8-way set-associative, full ECC on 64-bit boundary |
| Memory Interface | Dual 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 controllers; supports DDR3-1333, registered DIMMs, battery-backed memory |
| Ethernet | Four eTSEC controllers: IEEE 802.3/802.3u/802.3ab-compliant, jumbo frames (9.6 KB), VLAN/QoS, TCP/IP acceleration |
| Security Engine | Hardware SEC with AES-128/192/256, SHA-1/256/384/512, RSA-4096, ECC-F2m/F(p), PKEU, RNG, CRC-32/CRC-32C |
| High-Speed I/O | Serial RapidIO 1.2 (1.25–3.125 Gbaud), PCI Express 1.0a (x1/x2/x4/x8), OCeaN crossbar switch fabric |
| Package | 1023-pin Fine-Pitch Ceramic Ball Grid Array (FC-PBGA), 35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm pitch |
Pinout & Package
Package: 1023-pin FC-PBGA (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch), RoHS-compliant, thermal pad exposed on underside for heatsink attachment. Designed for industrial temperature range (–40°C to +105°C junction).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD / AVDD / SVDD / XVDD | Core & SerDes power supplies | 1.1 V ±55 mV nominal; strict sequencing required (VDD before GVDD) to prevent DDR initialization failure |
| GVDD | DDR2/DDR3 I/O supply | 1.8 V ±90 mV (DDR2) or 1.5 V ±75 mV (DDR3); MVREFn reference must be set to GVDD/2 ±1% |
| LVDD / TVDD | eTSEC I/O supply | 3.3 V or 2.5 V; GMII/MII/RGMII mode determines voltage limit per Table 2 |
| OVDD / BVDD | Peripheral I/O supply | 3.3 V/2.5 V/1.8 V; configurable drive strength (25–125 Ω) via PORIMPSCR register |
| MDQ[63:0] / MDQS[7:0] | DDR data bus | Differential DQS pairs required; single-ended operation prohibited; SSTL_1.8 or 1.5 signaling |
| SRIO_Lane[3:0]+/− | Serial RapidIO differential lanes | Supports 1x or 4x LP-serial links; pre-compensation selectable; link training per RapidIO Rev 1.2 |
| PCIe_TX[7:0]+/− / PCIe_RX[7:0]+/− | PCI Express differential lanes | Configurable x1/x2/x4/x8; root complex or endpoint mode; auto-lane detection |
| eTSEC[3:0]_TXD/RXD | Three-speed Ethernet PHY interface | Supports GMII, RGMII, SGMII, TBI, RTBI; MII management via MDIO/MDC pins |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual e500v2 Cores with SPE APU | Enables parallel signal processing for packet classification, voice coding, and real-time filtering without software overhead |
| 1-Mbyte Shared L2 Cache/SRAM with ECC | Reduces memory latency for inter-core communication and crypto descriptor buffering; ECC prevents silent data corruption in mission-critical control plane |
| Hardware Security Engine (SEC) | Offloads IPSec, TLS, and 3GPP cipher suites from CPU; four crypto-channels enable concurrent tunnel establishment and bulk encryption |
| Pattern Matching + DEFLATE Engine | Accelerates deep packet inspection and HTTP payload decompression in firewalls and DPI appliances without host CPU involvement |
| OCeaN Crossbar Switch Fabric | Provides non-blocking interconnect between eTSEC, RapidIO, PCIe, and memory controllers - essential for multi-protocol traffic steering |
| Programmable Interrupt Controller (PIC) | OpenPIC-compliant with 16 priority levels and message interrupts; enables low-latency response to network events and crypto completion signals |
Applications
| Secure Network Gateway | Telecom Control Plane |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-throughput IPsec gateway handling encrypted traffic between enterprise LAN and cloud services. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC8572ELPXAVNE serves as main control processor executing routing stack while SEC handles AES-GCM and SHA-2 authentication in hardware. Use Value: Full-duplex 1 Gbps encrypted throughput sustained across all four eTSEC ports with <50 µs crypto latency per packet. | Use Scenario: Carrier-grade session border controller managing SIP signaling and media streams in VoIP infrastructure. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC8572ELPXAVNE runs real-time OS and SIP stack; SPE APU performs echo cancellation and transcoding; RapidIO connects to DSP blades. Use Value: Deterministic sub-100 µs interrupt response enables jitter-free call setup and media path switching. |
| Industrial Router with Redundancy | Defense Communications Hub |
Use Scenario: Ruggedized router for rail signaling systems requiring hot-swappable failover and FIPS 140-2 compliance. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC8572ELPXAVNE executes dual-redundant routing protocols; SEC validates digital signatures on firmware updates; GPIO monitors watchdog timers. Use Value: ECC-protected L2 cache and SEC-based signature verification ensure integrity of control logic under EMI stress. | Use Scenario: Tactical radio hub integrating SATCOM, HF, and IP networks with TEMPEST-level encryption. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: MPC8572ELPXAVNE acts as secure network processor; PKEU performs RSA-3072 key exchange; OCeaN fabric routes encrypted payloads between RF and IP domains. Use Value: Hardware-accelerated elliptic curve cryptography enables rapid key agreement in mobile ad-hoc networks with limited power budget. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-core communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC8572EVRAG | Same die, but 1023-pin PBGA with different thermal pad configuration and RoHS exemption status; identical electrical specs | Targeted for automotive qualification programs; same software compatibility and pinout | Select MPC8572EVRAG only when automotive AEC-Q100 qualification or specific Pb-free exemption is required |
| MPC8548CZQAA | Single-core e500v2, no SPE APU, 512-Kbyte L2, no Pattern Matching Engine, lower DDR bandwidth (DDR2-only) | Suitable for cost-sensitive edge routers with moderate crypto load; lacks dual-core determinism and DEFLATE acceleration | Choose MPC8548CZQAA when application does not require parallel crypto processing or deep packet inspection acceleration |
Compared with MPC8572ELPXAVNE, MPC8572EVRAG offers identical functionality with minor packaging compliance differences, while MPC8548CZQAA reduces capability in core count, L2 size, and acceleration engines - making it appropriate only for less demanding control-plane roles.
Availability
MPC8572ELPXAVNE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for secure network gateways, telecom control planes, industrial routers, and defense communications hubs requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for MPC8572ELPXAVNE 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 company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and networking markets.
The MPC8572ELPXAVNE belongs to the PowerQUICC III family - designed specifically for high-performance, secure, and protocol-rich communications infrastructure where deterministic real-time processing, hardware crypto acceleration, and multi-standard I/O convergence are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 data rate supported by the MPC8572ELPXAVNE?
The MPC8572ELPXAVNE supports DDR3-1333 (667 MHz clock, 1333 MT/s) with full ECC, on-die termination, and registered DIMM compatibility. Its dual 64-bit DDR3 controllers deliver up to 10.6 GB/s aggregate bandwidth, validated under industrial temperature conditions (–40°C to +105°C junction) with 1.5 V ±75 mV GVDD supply and proper MVREFn referencing.
Does the MPC8572ELPXAVNE support PCIe endpoint mode?
Yes, the MPC8572ELPXAVNE supports configurable PCIe operation as either root complex or endpoint per controller. All three PCIe controllers comply with PCI Express 1.0a, support x1/x2/x4/x8 link widths, and perform automatic lane detection. Endpoint mode enables use in add-in cards or modular baseboards where the device acts as a downstream peripheral rather than system host.
How many crypto algorithms does the integrated security engine of the MPC8572ELPXAVNE accelerate?
The MPC8572ELPXAVNE's integrated security engine accelerates 12 distinct cryptographic functions: AES (ECB/CBC/CTR/GCM/CCM), DES/3DES, SHA-1/SHA-256/SHA-384/SHA-512, MD5, HMAC, RSA, Diffie-Hellman, Elliptic Curve Cryptography (F2m/F(p)), KEA/Kasumi, AFEU/RC4, RNG, and CRC-32/CRC-32C - all executed in dedicated hardware units with descriptor-driven DMA.
What is the function of the OCeaN switch fabric in the MPC8572ELPXAVNE?
The OCeaN (On-Chip Ethernet and Networking) switch fabric in the MPC8572ELPXAVNE is a non-blocking crossbar that interconnects eTSEC, RapidIO, PCIe, memory controllers, and security engine. It enables concurrent, low-latency packet routing between interfaces - for example, forwarding decrypted IPsec packets from SEC directly to eTSEC for transmission without CPU intervention or main memory round-trip.
Is the MPC8572ELPXAVNE pin-compatible with other PowerQUICC III processors?
No, the MPC8572ELPXAVNE is not pin-compatible with other PowerQUICC III processors such as MPC8548 or MPC8568 due to its unique 1023-pin FC-PBGA footprint, higher I/O count for dual DDR3 controllers, RapidIO lanes, and expanded SerDes resources. Pin mapping, power sequencing, and thermal pad layout differ significantly - requiring dedicated PCB design for MPC8572ELPXAVNE.
MPC8572ELPXAVNE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1023-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- MPC85xx
- Packaging:
- Box
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.5GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Signal Processing; SPE, Security; SEC
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR2, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (4)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- -
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.5V, 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Cryptography, Random Number Generator
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1023-FCBGA (33x33)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, HSSI, I2C, RapidIO
MPC8572ELPXAVNE FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that MPC8572ELPXAVNE is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All MPC8572ELPXAVNE products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that MPC8572ELPXAVNE meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of MPC8572ELPXAVNE?
All MPC8572ELPXAVNE units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MPC8572ELPXAVNE, 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 MPC8572ELPXAVNE part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MPC8572ELPXAVNE:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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