LS1023AXE8KQB

The LS1023AXE8KQB is a dual-core, 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 microprocessor in the QorIQ® Layerscape family, running at 1.0 GHz in a 780-FCPBGA (23×23) package. It is targeted at embedded networking and industrial infrastructure applications where efficient packet processing, flexible I/O and industrial temperature operation are required.

Designed for small-form-factor networking and edge equipment, the device combines a dual-core 64-bit CPU complex with integrated networking accelerators and flexible SerDes-based I/O to deliver system-level performance, integration and deployment flexibility.

Key Features

• CPU Core  Dual ARM® Cortex®-A53 cores at 1 GHz providing 64-bit processing for embedded and networking workloads.
• Memory Support  Integrated controllers for DDR3L and DDR4 memory to support common embedded memory configurations.
• High-speed Serial I/O (SerDes)  Four-lane, 10 GHz multi-protocol SerDes supporting high-speed interfaces and flexible board-level connectivity.
• Ethernet Options  Configurable Ethernet interfaces including multiple 1 GbE ports and options for 10 GbE as indicated in product specifications for adaptable networking designs.
• Peripheral Interfaces  On-chip connectivity includes SATA 6 Gbps (single port) and USB 3.0 with PHY support (two ports), plus multiple PCIe interfaces as part of the Layerscape I/O set.
• Packet Processing & Offload  QorIQ Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) and an integrated Frame Manager provide hardware packet parsing, classification and packet processing features such as IP reassembly to reduce CPU overhead.
• Security  Hardware security features include Secure Boot and ARM TrustZone®; the integrated security engine (SEC 5.4) can perform in-line IPsec acceleration.
• Package & Mounting  Supplier device package: 780-FCPBGA (23×23), surface-mount for compact board designs.
• Industrial Temperature Range  Rated for operation from −40 °C to 105 °C for industrial deployments.
• RoHS Compliance  Device is RoHS compliant in accordance with product data.

Typical Applications

• Integrated Services & Edge Routers  Use as the application and packet-processing engine in branch office routers and integrated services platforms.
• vCPE and Edge Equipment  Supports virtualized customer premises equipment and other edge systems that require efficient CPU performance and flexible I/O.
• Multi-protocol IoT Gateways  Fits gateway designs that need multiple Ethernet interfaces, PCIe connectivity and hardware packet handling to aggregate and pre-process IoT traffic.
• Industrial PLC and Control  Industrial control and automation systems benefit from the industrial temperature rating and integrated interfaces for robust edge processing.
• Security Appliances  Suitable for network security appliances that leverage the integrated SEC engine and Frame Manager for accelerated IPsec and packet inspection.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Networking Acceleration:  DPAA and Frame Manager offload packet parsing and classification to reduce host CPU load and simplify software stacks.
• Flexible High-speed I/O:  SerDes-based multi-protocol lanes, multiple Ethernet configurations, PCIe, SATA and USB 3.0 allow designers to optimize board-level connectivity without external bridges.
• Security-enabled Platform:  Secure Boot, TrustZone® and the SEC 5.4 accelerator provide hardware-assisted protection and in-line IPsec to secure edge traffic.
• Industrial-ready Operation:  −40 °C to 105 °C operating range supports deployment in industrial environments and harsh edge locations.
• Compact, Surface-mount Package:  780-FCPBGA (23×23) package enables small-form-factor designs while retaining robust I/O capability.
• Memory Flexibility:  Support for DDR3L and DDR4 memory lets designers choose the right memory technology for cost and performance targets.

Why Choose LS1023AXE8KQB?

The LS1023AXE8KQB combines dual ARM® Cortex®-A53 cores with QorIQ Layerscape networking and security features to deliver an integrated solution for embedded networking, industrial control and edge computing. Its combination of DPAA-based packet offload, versatile SerDes I/O and industrial temperature rating make it well suited for compact, fanless and BOM-optimized designs.

As part of the LS1023A family, the device provides a clear upgrade and scaling path within the Layerscape portfolio while offering the integration needed to simplify system design, reduce external components and accelerate time-to-market.

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