GWIXP460BAB

The GWIXP460BAB is an Intel® IXP45X-series microprocessor IC featuring a single 32-bit core operating at 266 MHz in a 544-PBGA (35×35) package. It is categorized for embedded microprocessor applications and designed for environments requiring industrial-grade components.

With communications-focused co-processors, DDR/SDRAM memory controller support, multiple Ethernet and USB interfaces, and hardware security primitives, the GWIXP460BAB provides a compact, integrated building block for embedded and networking-oriented designs.

Key Features

• Core Single 32-bit Intel® IXP45X core running at 266 MHz, suitable for embedded processing tasks.
• Co-processors Communications and network processor engine plus a math engine with multiply-accumulate capability for offloading packet processing and compute operations.
• Memory Controllers Integrated DDR and SDRAM controllers for interfacing with common external memory types.
• Connectivity Multiple Ethernet interfaces (MII ×3, SMII ×3) and USB support (one USB 1.1, one USB 2.0) for flexible I/O and network connections.
• Security Hardware support for 3DES, AES, DES, MD5, RNG and SHA1 to enable on-chip cryptographic and random number operations.
• Package & Mounting Supplier device package: 544-PBGA (35×35); mounting type: surface mount.
• Operating Range Industrial grade with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C; RoHS compliant.
• Additional Interfaces I²C interface for peripheral control and system management.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment Use in routers, switches and gateways leveraging integrated Ethernet interfaces and the network processor engine.
• Communications Appliances Embedded communications systems that require dedicated communications co-processors and USB connectivity.
• Industrial Embedded Systems Controllers and appliances that benefit from industrial temperature operation and built-in security primitives.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Networking Interfaces: On-chip MII and SMII Ethernet interfaces alongside USB ports reduce the need for additional external interface components.
• Built-in Security Primitives: Hardware implementations of AES, 3DES, DES, MD5 and SHA1 plus RNG support secure data handling with lower software overhead.
• Dedicated Co-processing: Network processor and math engine with multiply-accumulate capability offload intensive packet and compute tasks from the main core.
• Memory Flexibility: DDR and SDRAM controller support enables use with common external memory architectures.
• Industrial Readiness: Industrial-grade classification and a -40°C to 85°C operating range support deployment in temperature-sensitive environments.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 544-PBGA (35×35) package supports high-density PCB layouts and automated assembly.

Why Choose GWIXP460BAB?

The GWIXP460BAB positions a single 32-bit Intel® IXP45X core at 266 MHz alongside communications-focused co-processors, multiple Ethernet and USB interfaces, and hardware security features, delivering a compact, integrated solution for embedded networking and communications designs. Its DDR/SDRAM memory controller support and surface-mount 544-PBGA (35×35) package provide flexibility for space-constrained systems.

With RoHS compliance and an industrial operating temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, the GWIXP460BAB is designed for applications that require sustained operation across wide temperatures while keeping system integration streamlined and secure.

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