EWIXP460BAE

The EWIXP460BAE is an Intel® IXP46x series microprocessor in a 544‑PBGA (35×35) surface‑mount package. It implements a single 32‑bit core running at 667 MHz and is targeted for embedded applications within the communications and networking segment.

Built with integrated memory controllers, multiple Ethernet and USB interfaces, and hardware security primitives, this device addresses embedded designs that require on‑chip networking capabilities and cryptographic support while operating across a commercial temperature range.

Key Features

• Core & Performance Single 32‑bit core clocked at 667 MHz, providing deterministic processing for embedded workloads.
• Co‑processors / DSPs On‑chip communications and network processing engines plus math engine and multiply‑accumulate capabilities to accelerate network and signal processing tasks.
• Memory Interfaces Integrated DDR and SDRAM controllers to support external system memory.
• Ethernet Connectivity Multiple Ethernet physical interfaces: Mll (3) and SMII (3), enabling multi‑port networking designs.
• USB Support USB 1.1 (1) and USB 2.0 (1) ports for peripheral connectivity and host/device options.
• Security Features Hardware cryptographic support including 3DES, AES, MD5, RNG and SHA1 to offload security workloads.
• System Interfaces I2C available for board control and peripheral management.
• Package & Mounting 544‑PBGA (35×35) / 544‑BBGA package case, designed for surface mount assembly.
• Operating Range Commercial temperature grade with an operating range of 0°C to 70°C.
• Compliance RoHS compliant for environmental conformance.

Typical Applications

• Network Appliances Used in routers, gateways and similar devices where multiple Ethernet ports and network processing engines are required.
• Communications Equipment Suited for embedded communication endpoints that benefit from integrated USB and network interfaces plus hardware security.
• Security Appliances Applied in designs that need on‑chip cryptographic primitives (AES, 3DES, SHA1, RNG) to offload encryption and integrity tasks.
• Embedded Systems Ideal for general embedded designs requiring DDR/SDRAM support, I2C control, and a compact PBGA package.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Network Processing: On‑chip communication and network processor engines reduce external processing requirements for networking tasks.
• Hardware Security Offload: Built‑in AES, 3DES, MD5, SHA1 and RNG enable secure processing without relying solely on software implementations.
• Multiple Physical Interfaces: Three Mll and three SMII Ethernet interfaces plus USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 provide flexible connectivity options for varied system architectures.
• Flexible Memory Support: DDR and SDRAM controllers accommodate a range of external memory configurations to match system performance needs.
• Compact Surface‑Mount Package: 544‑PBGA (35×35) package supports high‑density board layouts while enabling surface mount assembly.
• Commercial Grade and RoHS Compliant: Designed for commercial temperature operation (0°C to 70°C) and RoHS environmental compliance for regulatory consistency.

Why Choose EWIXP460BAE?

The EWIXP460BAE positions itself as a focused embedded communications processor with an Intel® IXP46x core running at 667 MHz, combined with network processing engines and hardware cryptography. Its mix of multiple Ethernet interfaces, USB connectivity, and DDR/SDRAM support makes it suitable for compact networked devices and security‑focused embedded systems operating in commercial environments.

For designers targeting embedded networking or communication products that require on‑chip protocol handling, cryptographic acceleration, and flexible memory and peripheral interfaces, the EWIXP460BAE delivers an integrated platform that simplifies board‑level design and component selection.

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