AMD XC2VP40-7FFG1152C

Overview

XC2VP40-7FFG1152C from Xilinx is a Virtex-II Pro platform FPGA featuring dual PowerPC 405 RISC processor blocks, 43,632 logic cells, 192 18×18-bit multipliers, 3,456 Kb of Block SelectRAM+ memory, and up to 12 RocketIO transceivers (configurable per package). It operates at 400 MHz CPU frequency and 3.125 Gb/s transceiver data rate in -7 speed grade, targeting high-performance embedded computing and serial interconnect applications in telecom and networking systems.

For engineers reviewing the XC2VP40-7FFG1152C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection considerations include its flip-chip BGA-1152 package with 804 user I/Os, dual-processor capability, DCM-based clock management, SelectIO-Ultra I/O support (LVDS, SSTL, HSTL), and SRAM-based in-system reprogrammability.

Technical Context

The XC2VP40-7FFG1152C integrates two IBM PowerPC 405 cores with 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, MMU, and OCM interface - enabling full embedded Linux or real-time OS execution. Its FPGA fabric includes Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs) with dual 4-input LUTs per slice, distributed RAM, and carry chains for arithmetic acceleration.

RocketIO transceivers operate at up to 3.125 Gb/s full-duplex with 8B/10B encoding, on-chip 50 Ω termination, programmable pre-emphasis, and channel bonding across 2–20 lanes. The Digital Clock Manager (DCM) provides jitter-free clock synthesis, phase shifting in 1/256 increments, and deskew for global clock distribution.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

XC2VP40-7FFG1152C uses a 1.0 mm pitch Flip-Chip Fine-Pitch BGA (FFG1152) package with 1152 balls, optimized for high I/O count and thermal dissipation. Pin definitions follow Xilinx DS083 Module 4, with dedicated banks for VCCAUX (2.5 V), VCCO (1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V configurable), differential pairs, and transceiver lanes.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based embedded processing applications.

Compared with XC2VP40-7FFG1152C, XC2VP50-7FFG1152C offers scalable logic headroom without changing PCB layout, while XC2VP70-7FFG1152C adds transceiver bandwidth at the expense of thermal design complexity and supply sequencing rigor.

Availability

XC2VP40-7FFG1152C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial video processing, and high-speed storage controller designs requiring stable component supply and long-term lifecycle support.

Supply support for XC2VP40-7FFG1152C 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

Xilinx, now part of AMD, pioneered programmable logic solutions with industry-leading FPGA architectures, tools, and IP ecosystems for high-performance digital systems.

The Virtex-II Pro family was designed to unify hard processor subsystems with flexible FPGA fabric, targeting embedded applications where software-defined functionality and hardware acceleration coexist.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the PowerPC 405 cores in XC2VP40-7FFG1152C?

The XC2VP40-7FFG1152C supports 400 MHz PowerPC 405 core operation in -7 speed grade under commercial temperature conditions. This requires adherence to XAPP755 guidelines for dual-processor timing closure. The XC2VP40-7FFG1152C datasheet specifies that exceeding 350 MHz in dual-core configurations mandates specific clock macro implementation to maintain stability.

Does XC2VP40-7FFG1152C include on-chip termination for differential I/O standards?

Yes, XC2VP40-7FFG1152C provides on-chip differential termination for LVDS, Extended LVDS, ULVDS, and LDT standards. Each differential pair uses two adjacent pads, and termination is programmable per I/O bank. This eliminates external resistors and improves signal integrity for high-speed interfaces like XAUI or Fibre Channel.

How many RocketIO transceivers are implemented in XC2VP40-7FFG1152C?

The XC2VP40-7FFG1152C supports up to 12 RocketIO transceivers depending on package configuration. In the FFG1152 package, all 12 transceivers are bonded out. The device can also be ordered in configurations with 0 or 8 transceivers, but XC2VP40-7FFG1152C specifically delivers 12 functional lanes at 3.125 Gb/s full-duplex.

Is XC2VP40-7FFG1152C compatible with partial reconfiguration workflows?

Yes, XC2VP40-7FFG1152C supports partial reconfiguration through its SRAM-based configuration architecture and dedicated ICAP (Internal Configuration Access Port). Users can dynamically reload logic regions without resetting the PowerPC cores or disrupting active transceiver links, enabling field-upgradable functions in deployed systems.

What configuration modes does XC2VP40-7FFG1152C support?

XC2VP40-7FFG1152C supports five configuration modes: slave-serial, master-serial, slave SelectMAP, master SelectMAP, and IEEE 1532 boundary-scan. The mode is selected by M0–M2 pins at power-up. Master SelectMAP allows autonomous boot from external PROM, while boundary-scan enables JTAG-based programming and verification.