LX2120XN71826B

The LX2120XN71826B is a QorIQ Layerscape microprocessor IC built around 12 ARM® Cortex®‑A72 64‑bit cores running at 1.8 GHz in a 1517‑FCPBGA (40×40) package. It targets embedded and networking applications that require multi‑core compute, high‑speed I/O and industrial‑grade operation.

Designed for use in industrial and network edge systems, the device combines multi‑core processing, DDR4 memory support and high‑bandwidth interfaces to deliver integration and scalability for control, data‑plane and edge compute tasks.

Key Features

• Core — 12 × ARM Cortex‑A72 64‑bit cores running at 1.8 GHz for parallel, general‑purpose processing.
• Memory — DDR4 memory controllers to support modern high‑performance system memory.
• High‑Speed Networking — Dual 100 Gbps Ethernet capability to support high‑throughput network links and interfaces.
• Storage & USB — Four SATA 3.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports plus two USB PHYs for versatile storage and host connectivity.
• Additional Interfaces — CANbus support and other peripheral interfaces suitable for embedded control and communications tasks.
• Security — Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® technologies for platform integrity and trusted execution.
• Graphics Acceleration — On‑chip graphics acceleration to offload display and graphics tasks from the CPU cores.
• Package & Mounting — 1517‑FCPBGA (40×40) surface‑mount package for compact board integration.
• Operating Range & Qualification — Industrial qualification with operating temperature range of −40 °C to 105 °C and RoHS compliance.

Typical Applications

• Network Infrastructure — Control and data‑plane processing in routers, switches and aggregation equipment leveraging dual 100 Gbps ports.
• Edge and Data‑Plane Offload — Edge compute and packet processing tasks that benefit from multi‑core processing and high‑speed I/O.
• Telecom & 5G Infrastructure — Packet handling and control functions in telecom equipment requiring deterministic operation and secure boot.
• Industrial Automation — Embedded controllers and gateways that require industrial temperature operation, CANbus connectivity and robust security.

Unique Advantages

• High core density: Twelve 64‑bit Cortex‑A72 cores at 1.8 GHz provide parallel compute for multitasking and packet‑centric workloads.
• Wide high‑speed I/O: Dual 100 Gbps Ethernet plus SATA and USB 3.0 interfaces reduce the need for external bridging components.
• Security‑enabled platform: Integrated Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® support simplifies implementation of trusted, authenticated systems.
• Industrial reliability: Industrial qualification and −40 °C to 105 °C operating range make the part suitable for harsh environments.
• Compact integration: 1517‑FCPBGA (40×40) package enables a small board footprint while supporting rich I/O and compute capability.
• Flexible peripheral set: On‑chip SATA, USB, CANbus and graphics acceleration give designers a broad set of built‑in capabilities to shorten BOM and development time.

Why Choose LX2120XN71826B?

The LX2120XN71826B positions itself as a high‑integration, industrial‑grade embedded processor for networked and edge systems that need multi‑core compute, robust security and wide I/O. Its combination of 12 ARM Cortex‑A72 cores, DDR4 memory support, dual 100 Gbps Ethernet and industrial temperature qualification make it well suited for designs that require sustained throughput and secure operation in demanding environments.

For engineers and procurement teams building networking equipment, edge compute platforms or industrial controllers, this device delivers a balanced platform of processing, connectivity and system‑level features to simplify board design and accelerate time to market.

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