NXP Semiconductors MPC8572EVTAULE

Overview

MPC8572EVTAULE from NXP is a dual-core Power Architecture® 32-bit communications processor with two e500v2 cores, 1 MB shared L2 cache/SRAM with full ECC, dual 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 memory controllers (up to 32 GB total), integrated security engine (SEC) supporting AES, SHA-2, RSA up to 4096-bit, and four enhanced three-speed Ethernet controllers (eTSEC) compliant with IEEE 802.3 for 10/100/1000 Mbps operation - deployed in carrier-grade routing, secure gateways, and industrial control systems.

For engineers reviewing the MPC8572EVTAULE datasheet, MPC8572EVTAULE pinout, MPC8572EVTAULE application, or MPC8572EVTAULE equivalent, key selection considerations include dual e500v2 core timing behavior, DDR2/DDR3 interface voltage tolerance (1.8 V / 1.5 V), SEC crypto-channel concurrency, eTSEC TCP/IP offload capability, and 1023-pin FC-PBGA mechanical compatibility.

Technical Context

The MPC8572EVTAULE implements two identical e500v2 cores with 32 KB L1 instruction and 32 KB L1 data caches (parity-protected), SPE and dual-precision floating-point APUs, and 36-bit real addressing with MMU support for 4 KB–4 GB pages. Its coherency is managed by the e500 Coherency Module (ECM), and address translation uses twelve local ATMU windows plus inbound/outbound RapidIO and PCIe mappings.

It integrates a 1 MB L2 cache/SRAM with eight-way set-associative organization, configurable per-core allocation, and ECC on 64-bit boundaries; supports stashing via programmed memory ranges; and features dual DDR2/DDR3 controllers with full ECC, 64-bit interfaces, up to 4 GB per bank, and on-die termination - all operating under independent 1.8 V (DDR2) or 1.5 V (DDR3) I/O supplies.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

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

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MPC8572EVTAULE, MPC8572EVTALUE offers identical functionality with alternate traceability, while MPC8572ESVTAULE extends thermal range at the cost of slightly reduced thermal efficiency - both retain full pin, software, and firmware compatibility.

Availability

MPC8572EVTAULE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for secure network gateways, carrier-grade routers, industrial control hubs, and defense communications systems requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MPC8572EVTAULE 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 communications markets.

The MPC8572EVTAULE belongs to NXP's PowerQUICC III family - designed specifically for high-performance, secure, and scalable communications infrastructure requiring integrated networking, cryptography, and real-time processing in a single SoC.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR3 memory capacity supported by the MPC8572EVTAULE?

The MPC8572EVTAULE supports two independent 64-bit DDR3 memory controllers, each capable of addressing up to four banks of 4 GB each, for a total maximum capacity of 32 GB. Each controller requires 1.5 V ±75 mV GVDD supply and supports on-die termination, auto-refresh, and battery-backed operation. The MPC8572EVTAULE DDR3 interface is fully ECC-capable and compatible with x8/x16 DRAM configurations.

Does the MPC8572EVTAULE support PCIe endpoint and root complex modes simultaneously?

No, the MPC8572EVTAULE does not support simultaneous PCIe endpoint and root complex operation across its three controllers. Each PCIe controller is individually configurable as either root complex or endpoint, but all three must operate in the same mode - i.e., all root complex or all endpoint - due to shared configuration space and resource mapping constraints documented in Section 16 of the MPC8572EEC Rev. 7 specification.

How many crypto algorithms can the MPC8572EVTAULE execute concurrently in hardware?

The MPC8572EVTAULE integrated Security Engine (SEC) supports up to four concurrent crypto-channels, each capable of executing independent command descriptor chains. This enables simultaneous AES-256-GCM encryption, SHA-512 hashing, RSA-2048 signature verification, and HMAC-SHA256 generation - provided sufficient buffer resources (256 bytes per execution unit) and no resource contention on shared SEC subunits like the MDEU or KEU.

What is the function of the OCeaN switch fabric in the MPC8572EVTAULE architecture?

The OCeaN (On-Chip Ethernet and Networking) switch fabric in the MPC8572EVTAULE is a full crossbar packet switch that arbitrates traffic between internal subsystems - including eTSECs, RapidIO, PCIe, DMA controllers, and the L2 cache - based on priority and starvation avoidance. It supports packets up to 256 bytes, enables packet reordering to bypass blocked paths, and ensures deterministic latency for time-critical traffic such as control-plane messages or security engine responses.

Can the MPC8572EVTAULE boot directly from NAND Flash without external logic?

Yes, the MPC8572EVTAULE supports direct NAND Flash boot via its Enhanced Local Bus Controller (eLBC) with integrated NAND Flash Control Machine (FCM). The FCM handles ECC generation/correction, bad-block management, and read/write sequencing autonomously. Boot configuration is selected using hardware strapping pins, and the boot ROM executes initial setup before transferring control to user code stored in NAND - no external NAND controller IC is required.