FWIXP420BB

The FWIXP420BB is a single-core Xscale 32-bit microprocessor running at 266 MHz, designed for embedded applications. It integrates network- and communications-focused coprocessing resources alongside standard memory and I/O interfaces to support embedded networking and communications designs.

Built in a 492-ball BGA (35×35) surface-mount package and specified for commercial-grade use, this device targets systems that require integrated Ethernet, USB and SDRAM controller support with 3.3 V I/O signaling.

Key Features

• Core and Performance Single Xscale 32-bit processing core operating at 266 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Co-processors Communications and network processor engine plus math engine with multiply-accumulate capability for offloading packet and DSP-style tasks.
• Memory Support Integrated SDRAM controller to interface with external SDRAM devices.
• Ethernet Connectivity Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces suitable for medium-speed networking tasks.
• USB and Interface Options One USB 1.1 port and additional MII interface support provide flexible peripheral and MAC/PHY connectivity.
• Power and Signaling 3.3 V I/O voltage for standard embedded system compatibility.
• Package and Mounting 492-ball BGA (35×35) package, surface-mount for compact board-level integration.
• Operating Range and Grade Commercial-grade device with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Environmental Compliance RoHS compliant construction.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment — Packet handling and control in switches, routers or access devices leveraging the dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces and network processor engine.
• Communications Gateways — Protocol processing and data handling for gateways that benefit from the Xscale core and communications coprocessors.
• Embedded Controllers — General-purpose embedded control with external SDRAM and USB 1.1 connectivity for device and peripheral support.

Unique Advantages

• Focused Xscale Processing: A 266 MHz single Xscale core provides concise, deterministic 32-bit compute performance for embedded workloads.
• Integrated Networking Coprocessors: Communications and network processor engine plus math acceleration enable offload of network and compute-intensive tasks.
• Built-in Connectivity: Dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports, USB 1.1 and MII minimize external interface components.
• Standard I/O Voltage: 3.3 V I/O simplifies interoperability with common embedded peripherals and transceivers.
• Compact BGA Footprint: 492-ball BGA (35×35) package supports high-density board layouts in space-constrained designs.
• Commercial Temperature and RoHS Compliance: Rated 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliant for commercial embedded product deployments.

Why Choose FWIXP420BB?

The FWIXP420BB positions itself as a compact, integrated microprocessor solution for embedded networking and communications applications where a 266 MHz Xscale core, onboard communication coprocessors, and standard peripheral interfaces are required. Its combination of Ethernet, USB and SDRAM support in a 492-BGA package enables consolidated board designs with fewer external controllers.

This device is well suited to designers of commercial embedded systems that need a verified Intel IXP420-series processor configuration with network-focused acceleration and standard 3.3 V I/O. The FWIXP420BB delivers a balance of processing, connectivity and package integration for medium-complexity embedded designs.

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