miriac® MPX-LX2160A system-on-module
High-end 16-core communications powerhouse based on NXP QorIQ LX2160A
Designed in Germany by our partner MicroSys, the MPX-LX2160A SoM is a high performance server-class module featuring extensive Ethernet and PCIe connectivity, based on a 16-core ARM Cortex-A72 processor, and a total of 24 configurable SerDes lanes.
- 16ARM Cortex-A72 cores for 64-bit processing at up to 2.2GHz
- 2x DDR4 controllers with up to 128GB 64-bit DDR4 ECC RAM
- 24 SerDes lanes (PCIe Gen3 x8, 100 GbE/40 GbE/25 GbE/10 GbE, SATA)
The Miriac MPX-LX2160A SoM allows OEMs to integrate the processor in low or medium volume, or NPI applications, bypassing the significant time and cost penalty associated with SoC integration, by providing ready-made hardware with associated BSPs, initially for Linux, and with others such as QNX and VXWorks in development. A simple customer baseboard – developed by the customer or by us – is all that is required to complete the project. Highly network-intensive applications include servers, medical scanners, software-defined vehicles and many other applications.
Miriac MPX-LX2160A has two high-speed/high-density open-pin-field connectors from Samtec, each with 400pins. The module measures 155mm x 110mm, and is powered by a single 5-12v supply. Typical power consumption is 25W. The module is available in both commercial and full industrial (-40C to +85C) temperature grades.
A development kit baseboard is available. See the Development Kits tab below for further details.
Software support includes Linux as standard, with other BSPs including VXWorks on request.





NXP processors offer secure boot, which potentially allows the user to secure the device against code modification, while preserving the ability to update. This is achieved by programming public keys into the device, against which the private-key signed image and data are validated. We offer secure boot programming during manufacture to enable customers to easily secure their device.


