PRIXP423BD

The PRIXP423BD is an Intel® IXP42X-series microprocessor IC featuring a single 32-bit core running at 533 MHz in a 492-pin PBGA (35×35) package. Designed for embedded systems, this device targets communications and network-focused applications that require integrated interfaces and on-chip security.

With integrated Ethernet, USB, SDRAM controller support and dedicated communications/math co-processors, the PRIXP423BD provides a compact, commercial-grade building block for network appliances and embedded communication devices.

Key Features

• Core Single Intel® IXP42X 32-bit core operating at 533 MHz for embedded processing tasks.
• Memory Controller Integrated SDRAM controller to interface with external SDRAM memory.
• Interfaces Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interfaces, one USB 1.1 port and HDLC support for common communications protocols and peripheral connectivity.
• Co-Processors On-chip communications DSP and network processor engine plus a math engine supporting multiply–accumulate operations to accelerate networking and signal processing workloads.
• Security Hardware-supported cryptographic primitives including 3DES, AES, DES, MD5 and SHA-1 for secure data handling and communications.
• Power and I/O 3.3 V I/O voltage compatible with common embedded system signaling.
• Package and Mounting 492-pin PBGA (35×35) surface-mount package (492-BBGA supplier case) for compact board-level integration.
• Operating Range Commercial-grade operation from 0 °C to 70 °C.
• Graphics No graphics acceleration included.

Typical Applications

• Network Appliances Suitable for routers, switches and other Ethernet-enabled devices that require integrated 10/100 Mbps interfaces and network processing.
• Secure Communications Equipment Ideal for embedded systems needing on-chip cryptographic support (AES, 3DES, DES, MD5, SHA-1) for secure data transfer.
• Embedded Communication Modules Useful in modules that combine SDRAM, USB 1.1 and HDLC interfaces with dedicated communications co-processors.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Network Interfaces: Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports and HDLC support reduce external component count for networked designs.
• On-Chip Acceleration: Communications DSP and math engine with multiply–accumulate capability accelerate packet processing and signal tasks.
• Hardware Security: Built-in cryptographic algorithms (AES, 3DES, DES, MD5, SHA-1) enable secure communications without relying solely on external security ICs.
• Compact PBGA Package: 492-pin PBGA (35×35) surface-mount package enables high-density board layouts for space-constrained embedded systems.
• Commercial-Grade Availability: Rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operation for standard embedded and communications equipment.

Why Choose PRIXP423BD?

The PRIXP423BD combines a 533 MHz Intel® IXP42X core with integrated memory control, multiple Ethernet interfaces, USB and hardware security to deliver a focused solution for embedded networking and communications designs. Its on-chip co-processors reduce the need for external acceleration components while the PBGA package supports compact system integration.

As part of Intel's IXP420 series, this commercial-grade device is suited for developers and OEMs building network appliances, secure communications modules and other embedded systems that require integrated interfaces, cryptographic capabilities and dedicated networking engines.

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