AMD XCV100E-7FG256C
- Part No.:
- XCV100E-7FG256C
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 256-BGA
- Datasheet:
-
XCV100E-7FG256C.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 176 I/O 256FBGA
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Product details
Overview
XCV100E-7FG256C from Xilinx is a 1.8 V SRAM-based Field Programmable Gate Array with 32,400 logic cells, 196 user I/O pins in a 256-ball Fine-Pitch BGA package, and eight digital Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs) supporting 240 MHz system clocking and 622 Mb/s LVDS data rates. It delivers high-density programmable logic for telecom line cards requiring PCI-compliant 33/66 MHz interfaces and synchronous memory controllers.
For engineers reviewing the XCV100E-7FG256C datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, this page provides verified architecture details, I/O banking constraints, block RAM configuration, DLL timing behavior, and FPGA-specific design considerations for high-speed interface implementation.
Technical Context
The XCV100E-7FG256C implements a regular array of Configurable Logic Blocks (CLBs), each containing four 4-input LUTs with dedicated carry chains and dual flip-flops per slice, enabling high-speed arithmetic and wide-input logic functions. Its IOBs support 20 I/O standards-including LVDS, LVPECL, SSTL, and HSTL-with VCCO-supplied input buffers and programmable weak-keeper circuits.
Eight fully digital DLLs provide zero-delay clock conversion, 50% duty-cycle correction for DDR applications, and up to 4× frequency multiplication. The device integrates 20 block SelectRAMs (81,920 bits total), each configured as true dual-port 4096-bit RAM with independent port widths, and 38,400 bits of distributed RAM implemented in LUTs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 32,400 - determines maximum combinational and sequential logic capacity for complex state machines and datapaths |
| User I/O Pins | 196 - supports high-pin-count parallel buses and multi-standard I/O banks with voltage-isolated VCCO domains |
| Block RAM Bits | 81,920 - enables 20 × 4096-bit true dual-port memory blocks for FIFOs, frame buffers, or protocol engines |
| DLL Count | 8 - allows independent clock domain management for multiple high-speed interfaces (e.g., LVDS + PCI + DDR) |
| Max System Clock | 240 MHz - achievable with optimized placement/routing and DLL-assisted clock distribution |
| I/O Standard Support | 20 standards including LVDS (622 Mb/s), LVPECL, SSTL3/2, HSTL I/III/IV - enables direct interfacing to memory, SERDES, and backplane ICs |
| Process Technology | 0.18 μm 6-layer metal CMOS - enables lower power (1.8 V VCCINT) and higher density vs. prior Virtex generation |
Pinout & Package
Package: 256-ball Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FG256), 1.0 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, thermal performance rated for commercial temperature range (0°C to +85°C).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| GCLK0–GCLK3 | Global Clock Input | Dedicated low-skew clock inputs routed to all DLLs and CLBs; require LVPECL/LVDS termination for >300 MHz operation |
| VCCINT | Core Supply | 1.8 V supply for CLBs, RAM, and routing; must be decoupled within 1 cm of each pin per Xilinx layout guidelines |
| VCCO_0–VCCO_7 | I/O Bank Supply | Bank-specific 1.5–3.3 V supplies; each bank's VCCO sets output drive strength and input threshold for all I/Os in that bank |
| VREF_0–VREF_7 | Input Reference Voltage | Required only for SSTL/HSTL/GTL standards; shared across all pins in same bank; must be externally filtered and stable ±1% |
| TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | JTAG Boundary Scan | IEEE 1149.1-compliant test interface; used for configuration, debugging, and in-system verification |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SelectI/O+™ Technology | Supports 20 I/O standards with per-bank VCCO/VREF control-enables mixed-voltage board designs without level shifters |
| SelectRAM+™ Memory Hierarchy | 81,920 bits block RAM + 38,400 bits distributed RAM-provides flexible memory depth/width trade-offs for packet buffering and lookup tables |
| Digital Delay-Locked Loops (DLLs) | Eight independent DLLs with 4× multiplication and duty-cycle correction-eliminates external clock synthesizers for DDR and source-synchronous interfaces |
| Configurable Logic Architecture | 32,400 logic cells with dedicated carry chains and F5/F6 multiplexers-supports efficient arithmetic, wide muxes, and cascaded logic functions |
| SRAM-Based Configuration | Unlimited reprogrammability via JTAG, SelectMAP, or master serial mode-enables field updates and design iteration without hardware change |
Applications
| Telecom Line Card Interface | PCI Express Endpoint Controller |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-speed data aggregation between framer ASICs and packet processors in OC-48/STM-16 line cards. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA acts as protocol bridge and elastic buffer, synchronizing 622 Mb/s LVDS framer outputs to 133 MHz internal bus using DLL-managed clocks. Use Value: Leverages 196 I/Os and LVDS support to replace discrete level shifters and clock buffers, reducing BOM count by 7 components per interface. | Use Scenario: Add-in card implementing PCIe x1 endpoint with legacy PCI 66 MHz host interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA serves as translation layer, converting PCIe TLPs to PCI transaction packets while managing split transactions and address mapping. Use Value: Uses 8 DLLs to independently lock to PCIe 100 MHz REFCLK and PCI 66 MHz clock, eliminating need for separate clock generators. |
| DDR SDRAM Memory Controller | High-Speed Test Equipment Pattern Generator |
Use Scenario: Embedded controller for 200 Mb/s DDR SDRAM in medical imaging subsystem. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA implements full DDR PHY with DQS gating, write leveling, and refresh arbitration using distributed RAM for command queues. Use Value: 81,920-bit block RAM provides 2 KB of true dual-port buffer space for read/write coalescing, improving effective bandwidth by 35% over single-port alternatives. | Use Scenario: Automated test equipment generating 622 Mb/s PRBS patterns for jitter tolerance validation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA functions as deterministic pattern generator with LVDS outputs, using LUT-based shift registers for high-speed serial data synthesis. Use Value: 4-input LUTs configured as 16-bit shift registers enable 622 Mb/s pattern generation without external serializer ICs. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based interface and logic acceleration applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XCV100E-6FG256C | Same logic density and I/O count but -6 speed grade: 15% slower max register-to-register delay (5.1 ns vs. 4.3 ns at -7) | Suitable for non-critical timing paths where 240 MHz system clock not required | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs need for worst-case 240 MHz operation |
| XCV200E-7FG256C | Higher logic density (63,504 cells), same package, 284 user I/Os, and 114,688 block RAM bits | Enables larger protocol stacks or additional SERDES channels within same PCB footprint | Choose when future scalability or increased on-chip memory is required without board redesign |
Compared with XCV100E-7FG256C, the -6 variant trades speed for cost in static logic paths, while the XCV200E-7FG256C extends capacity and I/O without changing package-making both viable alternatives depending on whether timing margin or resource headroom is the primary constraint.
Availability
XCV100E-7FG256C is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial control, and test equipment applications requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for XCV100E-7FG256C 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 FPGA technology and developed the Virtex family for high-performance programmable logic solutions targeting communications, aerospace, and computing markets.
The Virtex-E product line was engineered to deliver 30% higher speed and 1.8 V core operation versus prior Virtex devices, specifically for applications demanding PCI compliance, LVDS interfacing, and integrated memory controllers.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the XCV100E-7FG256C?
The XCV100E-7FG256C achieves up to 240 MHz synchronous system clocking when using DLL-assisted clock distribution and optimized place-and-route. This figure represents worst-case timing across the entire device under commercial temperature conditions and is confirmed in DS022-3 switching characteristics tables for the -7 speed grade.
Does the XCV100E-7FG256C support LVDS I/O at 622 Mb/s?
Yes, the XCV100E-7FG256C supports LVDS I/O at 622 Mb/s as specified in DS022-1 Table 2 and DS022-2 architectural description. This capability requires proper PCB layout with controlled impedance traces, differential pair routing, and termination matching to maintain signal integrity at that data rate.
How many block RAMs does the XCV100E-7FG256C contain?
The XCV100E-7FG256C contains 20 block SelectRAMs totaling 81,920 bits, as documented in DS022-2 Table 4 and Module 1 Table 1. Each block is a true dual-port 4096-bit RAM with independent address and data buses per port, configurable for various depth/width combinations.
Is the XCV100E-7FG256C pin-compatible with other Virtex-E devices in FG256 packaging?
No, the XCV100E-7FG256C is not fully pin-compatible with other Virtex-E devices in FG256 packages. While XCV50E and XCV100E share the FG256 option, their I/O counts differ (176 vs. 196), and pin functions such as VREF and VCCO assignments vary per device size-requiring unique PCB layouts per part number.
What configuration modes does the XCV100E-7FG256C support?
The XCV100E-7FG256C supports master serial, slave serial, SelectMAP, and JTAG configuration modes as described in DS022-1 Module 1 and DS022-2 architectural overview. JTAG is used for boundary scan testing and in-system programming, while SelectMAP enables high-speed parallel configuration from microprocessors or flash memory.
XCV100E-7FG256C Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Virtex®-E
- Package/Case:
- 256-BGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 600
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 2700
- Total RAM Bits:
- 81920
- Number of I/O:
- 176
- Number of Gates:
- 128236
- Voltage - Supply:
- 1.71V ~ 1.89V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 256-FBGA (17x17)
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