FWIXP422ABB

The FWIXP422ABB is an Intel® IXP42X-series microprocessor IC in a 492-PBGA (35×35) surface-mount package. It integrates a single 32-bit core running at 266 MHz with on-chip controllers and co-processor engines aimed at embedded communications and network processing tasks.

Designed for commercial-grade embedded applications, the device supports standard SDRAM controllers and I/O at 3.3 V, and includes integrated Ethernet, USB and HDLC interfaces along with hardware cryptographic engines for secure data handling.

Key Features

• Core Single 32-bit core based on the Intel® IXP42X series running at 266 MHz for embedded processing.
• Memory Integrated SDRAM controller for system memory interfacing.
• Connectivity Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces and one USB 1.1 port, plus HDLC support for framed data communications.
• Co-Processors On-chip communications and network processor engine plus math engine with multiply-accumulate capabilities to accelerate packet and signal processing tasks.
• Security Hardware support for 3DES, AES, DES, MD5 and SHA-1 to enable encrypted and authenticated communications.
• Power and I/O 3.3 V I/O compatibility for common embedded system designs.
• Package and Mounting 492-PBGA (35×35) package, surface mount, suitable for high-density PCB integration.
• Operating Range and Grade Commercial grade with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliance.

Typical Applications

• Network Appliances Embedded routers, switches or network interface devices that require integrated Ethernet ports and packet-processing engines.
• Secure Communications Devices needing hardware cryptography (3DES, AES, DES, MD5, SHA-1) to protect data in transit.
• Embedded Communications Systems Systems leveraging HDLC and USB 1.1 for framed data links and peripheral connectivity.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Network Processing: Built-in network processor and communications co-processors reduce external processing requirements for packet handling.
• Multiple Physical Interfaces: Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports plus USB 1.1 and HDLC provide flexible I/O options for a variety of embedded designs.
• Hardware Security Engines: On-chip support for AES, 3DES, DES, MD5 and SHA-1 enables secure links without relying solely on software implementations.
• Simplified Memory Integration: SDRAM controller support streamlines system memory design and BOM.
• Commercial-Grade, RoHS Compliant: Designed for commercial environments with RoHS compliance for regulatory alignment.

Why Choose FWIXP422ABB?

FWIXP422ABB combines a 266 MHz Intel® IXP42X core with dedicated communications and math co-processors, making it a compact solution for embedded systems that require on-chip network processing, hardware security and standard I/O options. Its 492-PBGA footprint and surface-mount design enable high-density board layouts while the SDRAM controller and 3.3 V I/O simplify system integration.

This device is well suited for developers and procurement teams building commercial embedded networking and secure communications products where integrated processing, Ethernet connectivity and hardware cryptography are important selection criteria.

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