GWIXP455BAB

The GWIXP455BAB is an Intel® IXP45x series microprocessor featuring a single 32-bit core operating at 266 MHz in a 544-PBGA (35×35) package. Designed for embedded applications, it integrates networking-focused co-processors and multiple interface options to support communications and networking designs.

Key value comes from on-chip memory controller support, multiple Ethernet and USB interfaces, and hardware security accelerators—enabling compact, networked embedded systems with cryptographic capability and broad peripheral connectivity.

Key Features

• Core & Performance  Single Intel® IXP45x 32-bit core running at 266 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Co-processors & DSP  On-chip communications co-processors including a Network Processor Engine and Math Engine with multiply-accumulate capability to offload packet and signal processing tasks.
• Memory Controllers  Integrated controllers for DDR and SDRAM memory types to support system memory requirements.
• Ethernet Connectivity  Multiple Ethernet interfaces: MII (3) and SMII (3) to support multi-port network designs.
• USB Support  Includes USB 1.1 (1) and USB 2.0 (1) controllers for host or peripheral connectivity.
• Security Acceleration  Hardware security features including 3DES, AES, DES, MD5, RNG and SHA1 to accelerate cryptographic functions.
• Additional Interfaces  I2C interface for peripheral control and system management.
• Package & Mounting  High-pin-count 544-PBGA package (also listed as 544-BBGA) in a 35×35 footprint; surface mount attachment.
• Grade & Operating Range  Commercial-grade device with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C; RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Networking Equipment  Multi-port Ethernet support and network processing co-processors make the device suitable for routers, switches, and access points.
• Communication Gateways  Integrated USB and serial interfaces combined with crypto accelerators support secure gateway and protocol-conversion designs.
• Security Appliances  Hardware support for AES, 3DES, DES, SHA1 and RNG enables offloaded cryptographic processing for secure communications.
• Networked Peripherals  Devices requiring USB connectivity and I2C-based peripheral control can leverage the integrated interfaces and memory support.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Networking Engines: Built-in Network Processor Engine and DSP-like math engine reduce external processing requirements for packet handling.
• Multiple Physical Interfaces: Three MII and three SMII Ethernet interfaces plus USB 1.1/2.0 provide flexible connectivity options for multi-port and mixed-interface systems.
• Hardware Security Acceleration: On-chip AES, 3DES, DES, MD5, SHA1 and RNG accelerate secure communication and reduce CPU load.
• Memory Flexibility: Support for DDR and SDRAM controllers simplifies system memory design across different performance targets.
• High Pin-Count Packaging: 544-PBGA (35×35) package supports dense I/O and high integration for compact embedded boards.
• Commercial Grade & RoHS Compliance: Designed for commercial-temperature applications and compliant with RoHS environmental requirements.

Why Choose GWIXP455BAB?

The GWIXP455BAB combines a 266 MHz Intel® IXP45x core with dedicated networking and math co-processors, multiple Ethernet and USB interfaces, and hardware cryptographic accelerators—providing a tightly integrated solution for embedded communications and security-focused applications. Its memory controller support and high pin-count PBGA package enable compact, connected designs with substantial peripheral integration.

This device is well suited for engineers and designers developing commercial-grade embedded network appliances, secure gateways, and multi-interface peripherals who require integrated networking features and on-chip security acceleration from a single-vendor microprocessor solution.

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