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AMD XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C
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- Part No.:
- XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 1152-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 448 I/O 1152FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C from AMD (formerly Xilinx) is a Virtex-4 FX family FPGA featuring 40,000 logic cells, embedded PowerPC 405 processors, and integrated RocketIO multi-gigabit transceivers operating up to 3.75 Gbps. It supports PCI Express x4 endpoint functionality and is used in high-performance communication line cards.
For engineers reviewing the XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include transceiver data rate, embedded processor count, I/O voltage support (1.2 V/1.5 V/1.8 V/2.5 V), and thermal performance in compact telecom modules.
Technical Context
The XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C integrates two hardened PowerPC 405 RISC cores with on-chip memory and AXI-compatible bus interfaces. Its 16 RocketIO transceivers are configurable as PCIe Gen1 endpoints or Serial RapidIO PHYs.
It implements SelectIO technology supporting SSTL, HSTL, LVCMOS, and differential standards including LVDS and RSDS. Configuration occurs via Master SelectMAP or JTAG, with bitstream encryption available using AES-128.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 40,000 - determines maximum combinational and sequential logic capacity for protocol stack implementation |
| RocketIO Transceivers | 16 × up to 3.75 Gbps - enables dual 10-Gigabit Ethernet MACs or four PCIe x1 links |
| Embedded Processors | 2 × PowerPC 405 - provides real-time control plane processing without external CPU |
| I/O Standards | SSTL-2, SSTL-18, HSTL-I, LVCMOS, LVDS - supports direct interfacing to DDR2 SDRAM, SERDES PHYs, and FPGAs |
| Configuration Mode | Master SelectMAP, JTAG, SPI - allows flexible boot sources including flash memory or host processor |
| Encryption | AES-128 bitstream encryption - prevents IP theft during field programming and system cloning |
Pinout & Package
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C is housed in a 1152-pin Fine-Pitch Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FFG) package with 0.8 mm pitch, designed for high-density routing and thermal dissipation in multi-layer PCBs.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| M0–M2 | Mode Configuration | Selects startup configuration mode (e.g., Master SelectMAP, JTAG) |
| CCLK | Configuration Clock | Drives internal configuration logic timing during bitstream loading |
| DIN | Configuration Data Input | Serial input for configuration bitstream in slave serial mode |
| INIT_B | Configuration Status | Active-low open-drain signal indicating configuration status and error detection |
| PROGRAM_B | Configuration Reset | Active-low signal that clears configuration memory and restarts startup sequence |
| HR_IO[0:71] | High-Performance I/O Bank | Supports 1.2 V to 2.5 V signaling with programmable slew rate and drive strength |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual PowerPC 405 Cores | Enables concurrent control-plane and data-plane processing within single device |
| 16 RocketIO Transceivers | Eliminates need for discrete SerDes chips in 10GbE or PCIe-based backplanes |
| PCI Express Endpoint Logic | Reduces integration effort for x4 lane endpoint designs compliant with PCIe Base 1.1 |
| AES-128 Bitstream Encryption | Protects proprietary firmware and hardware design from reverse engineering in deployed systems |
| SelectIO Technology | Allows mixed-voltage I/O banks enabling direct interface to legacy and next-gen memory and peripherals |
Applications
| Wireless Baseband Processing | Optical Transport Line Cards |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time channel coding, MIMO processing, and CPRI fronthaul in LTE/5G macro base stations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes L1/L2 protocol stacks while PowerPC cores manage RRC and OAM functions. Use Value: Integrated transceivers interface directly to RFICs at 3.072 Gbps, reducing board-level signal integrity complexity. | Use Scenario: OTU2/OTU3 framing, FEC, and client-side 10GbE mapping in DWDM terminal equipment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Acts as transport processor with deterministic latency for SONET/SDH and packet-over-SONET mapping. Use Value: Dual PowerPC 405 cores handle management plane tasks while FPGA logic implements OTN overhead processing. |
| PCIe-Based Storage Accelerators | Defense Radar Signal Processors |
Use Scenario: Hardware-accelerated RAID 5/6, deduplication, and NVMe offload in enterprise SSD controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: PCIe endpoint connects to host CPU; FPGA logic implements crypto and compression engines. Use Value: x4 PCIe Gen1 link delivers 2 GB/s bidirectional bandwidth, sufficient for dual 8-channel NAND interfaces. | Use Scenario: Pulse-Doppler processing, beamforming, and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image formation in airborne platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed ADC/DAC interface controller with deterministic timing for coherent sampling. Use Value: RocketIO transceivers capture digitized IF data at 2.5 GSPS with sub-ns jitter, preserving phase coherence. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-end FPGA applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC4VLX60-11FFG1152C | No embedded PowerPC cores or RocketIO transceivers; higher logic density (60K LC) | Better suited for pure logic-intensive tasks like video encoding or packet classification without serial connectivity | Choose when serial I/O and embedded processing are unnecessary and logic utilization exceeds 40K LC |
| XC5VLX110-1FF1136C | Virtex-5 architecture; 110K logic cells, 24 RocketIO GTPs (up to 3.75 Gbps), no PowerPC but includes DSP48E slices | Supports more complex signal processing algorithms and higher PCIe lane counts (x8 Gen1) | Prefer for new designs requiring higher DSP throughput or migration path beyond Virtex-4 lifecycle |
Compared with XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C, XC4VLX60-11FFG1152C trades serial I/O and embedded processors for raw logic capacity, while XC5VLX110-1FF1136C offers architectural improvements and extended transceiver count-both require PCB redesign and toolchain updates.
Availability
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wireless infrastructure, optical transport, and defense electronics requiring stable component supply across long product lifecycles.
Supply support for XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C 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
AMD acquired Xilinx in 2022 and now develops adaptive computing platforms including FPGAs, ACAPs, and software tools for heterogeneous acceleration.
The Virtex-4 FX family was originally designed by Xilinx for high-bandwidth, processor-rich embedded applications in communications and aerospace systems.
FAQ
What is the maximum data rate supported by the RocketIO transceivers in XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C?
The XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C features 16 RocketIO transceivers each capable of operation up to 3.75 Gbps. This enables compliance with PCIe Gen1 x4 endpoints, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-R), and Serial RapidIO 1.2. The transceivers include built-in clock-data recovery and elastic buffers for jitter tolerance.
Does XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C include embedded processors?
Yes, XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C integrates two hard-core PowerPC 405 RISC processors with 32 kB instruction and 32 kB data cache per core. These processors run independently of the FPGA fabric and support full Linux BSPs via Xilinx EDK, enabling control-plane offload in networking and telecom applications.
What configuration methods are supported by XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C?
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C supports Master SelectMAP, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) configuration modes. Master SelectMAP allows autonomous boot from parallel NOR flash, while JTAG is used for debugging and in-system programming. Configuration bitstream can be encrypted using AES-128.
Is XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C pin-compatible with other Virtex-4 devices in the FFG1152 package?
No, XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C is not pin-compatible with other Virtex-4 devices in the FFG1152 package. While the physical footprint matches, I/O bank assignments, voltage requirements, and dedicated function pin locations (e.g., RocketIO, PowerPC, PCI Express) differ across FX, LX, and SX families. Board-level redesign is required for substitution.
What I/O standards does XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C support?
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C supports SSTL-2, SSTL-18, HSTL-I, LVCMOS, LVDS, RSDS, and differential HSTL across its 72 high-performance I/O pins. Each I/O bank is independently configurable for voltage (1.2 V to 2.5 V), slew rate, and drive strength, enabling direct connection to DDR2 memory, transceivers, and legacy peripherals.
XC4VFX40-11FFG1152C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-4 FX
- Package/Case:
- 1152-BBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 4656
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 41904
- Total RAM Bits:
- 2654208
- Number of I/O:
- 448
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.14V ~ 1.26V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1152-FCBGA (35x35)
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