NXP Semiconductors MPC8572EVJAULE

Overview

MPC8572EVJAULE from NXP is a dual-core Power Architecture® 32-bit communications processor with integrated security engine, two DDR2/DDR3 memory controllers, four eTSEC Ethernet controllers, and Serial RapidIO/PCIe high-speed interconnects. It operates at up to 1.5 GHz core frequency, supports 1 MB L2 cache with full ECC, and targets secure network infrastructure applications including enterprise routers, wireless baseband units, and industrial gateways.

For engineers reviewing the MPC8572EVJAULE datasheet, MPC8572EVJAULE pinout, MPC8572EVJAULE application, or MPC8572EVJAULE equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-e500 core coherency, hardware-accelerated IPSec/SSL/TLS via SEC v3.2, 34-bit addressing, 1023-pin FC-PBGA package, and support for DDR3-1333 with on-die termination.

Technical Context

The MPC8572EVJAULE implements two identical e500v2 cores compliant with Book E architecture, each with 32-KB L1 instruction and data caches (parity-protected), SPE APU, and single/double-precision floating-point units. Its e500 coherency module (ECM) ensures cache coherency across both cores and external masters.

It integrates a 1-MB shared L2 cache/SRAM with eight-way set-associative organization, ECC on 64-bit boundaries, and configurable stashing (1/2/4 ways). The DDR2/DDR3 controllers support 64-bit interfaces, up to 4 GB per bank × 4 banks = 16 GB per controller, and auto-refresh with CKE-based power management.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 1023-pin FC-PBGA (35 mm × 35 mm, 1.0 mm ball pitch), RoHS-compliant, lead-free, thermal lid.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-core Power Architecture communications processor applications.

Compared with MPC8572EVJAULE, MPC8572EVTALUE offers identical functionality with alternate traceability, while MPC8548CZQAA reduces complexity and cost at the expense of dual-core performance, RapidIO, and advanced security accelerators - making it viable only for scaled-down control-plane deployments.

Availability

MPC8572EVJAULE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise networking equipment, wireless infrastructure systems, and defense-grade secure communications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and controlled-baseline manufacturing.

Supply support for MPC8572EVJAULE 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 automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure solutions, with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

The MPC8572E belongs to NXP's PowerQUICC III family - designed specifically for high-performance, secure, and scalable communications processing in carrier-grade and mission-critical networking equipment.

FAQ

What is the maximum supported DDR3 data rate for MPC8572EVJAULE?

The MPC8572EVJAULE supports DDR3-1333 (667 MHz clock, 1333 MT/s) with 64-bit interface width per controller. It requires GVDD = 1.5 V ±75 mV, on-die termination enabled, and MVREFn = GVDD/2 ±1%. JEDEC-compliant DDR3 SDRAM chips with x8/x16 data widths and densities from 64 Mbit to 4 Gbit are supported, with full ECC protection active across all configurations.

Does MPC8572EVJAULE support PCIe endpoint mode?

Yes, MPC8572EVJAULE supports PCIe endpoint mode on all three PCIe controllers. Each controller can be configured independently as root complex or endpoint via configuration space registers. Endpoint mode enables use in add-in cards or slave devices connected to a host root complex, with full 32-/64-bit addressing, 256-byte max payload, and virtual channel 0 support - confirmed in Section 16 of MPC8572EEC Rev. 7.

How many independent Ethernet PHY interfaces does MPC8572EVJAULE provide?

MPC8572EVJAULE provides four independent eTSEC controllers (eTSEC1–eTSEC4), each supporting multiple PHY interface types: GMII, RGMII, SGMII, TBI, RTBI, MII, and RMII. When FEC management mode is enabled (using eTSEC3/eTSEC4 signals), two additional MII ports become available - totaling six distinct Ethernet PHY connections, though eTSEC3/eTSEC4 lose parallel interface capability in that configuration.

Is the Pattern Matching Engine in MPC8572EVJAULE capable of cross-packet searches?

Yes, the Pattern Matching Engine in MPC8572EVJAULE supports cross-packet pattern detection as specified in Section 5 of MPC8572EEC Rev. 7. It maintains state across packet boundaries using 8,192 programmable stateful rules, enabling contextual signature matching (e.g., detecting HTTP headers spanning fragmented IP packets) without software intervention or memory copies.

What is the function of the OCeaN switch fabric in MPC8572EVJAULE?

The OCeaN switch fabric in MPC8572EVJAULE is a full-crossbar interconnect that routes traffic between internal blocks - including e500 cores, L2 cache, DMA controllers, eTSECs, and RapidIO/PCIe interfaces. It reorders packets by priority, bypasses blocked paths, prevents starvation, and supports up to 256-byte payloads - optimizing bandwidth utilization and reducing latency for internal high-throughput data movement.