Overview
The LS1043AXE7QQB557 is a highly integrated system-on-chip (SoC) from NXP USA Inc., part of the QorIQ Layerscape family. This SoC is designed to meet the demands of various applications, including small-form-factor networking, industrial, and automotive sectors. It features a 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 MPCore processor, which provides high performance and power efficiency. The LS1043AXE7QQB557 is optimized for economical and low-layer designs, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of use cases.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 MPCore, up to 1.6 GHz |
| Cache Memory | 32 KB L1 Instruction Cache with parity, 32 KB L1 Data Cache with ECC, 1 MB unified I/D L2 Cache with ECC |
| Memory Controller | 32-bit DDR3L/DDR4 SDRAM, ECC and interleaving support, up to 1.6 GT/s |
| Data Path Acceleration | Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for packet parsing, queue management, buffer management, and cryptography acceleration |
| Peripheral Interfaces | Up to two RGMII interfaces, IEEE 1588 support, four SerDes lanes, three PCI Express 2.0 controllers, one SATA 3.0 controller, QSPI, DSPI, Integrated Flash Controller, USB 3.0 controllers, eSDHC, I2C, UARTs, GPIO, Flextimers, Watchdog timers |
| Package | 621-FCBGA (21x21) |
Key Features
- High-performance 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 MPCore processor with up to 1.6 GHz speed
- ECC-protected L1 and L2 cache memories for high reliability
- Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for enhanced packet processing and cryptography
- Support for DDR3L/DDR4 SDRAM with ECC and interleaving
- Multiple high-speed peripheral interfaces including PCI Express 2.0, SATA 3.0, and SerDes lanes
- Integrated Flash Controller and various serial interfaces like QSPI, DSPI, and USB 3.0
- Trust Architecture with secure boot and debug support
Applications
The LS1043AXE7QQB557 is versatile and can be used in several key applications:
- Small-form-factor networking and wireless access points
- Industrial gateways and industrial automation
- M2M (Machine-to-Machine) for enterprise and consumer networking
- Router applications
- Automotive applications requiring high-performance and low power consumption
Q & A
- What is the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
The LS1043AXE7QQB557 is a system-on-chip (SoC) from NXP USA Inc., featuring a 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 MPCore processor.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 1.6 GHz.
- What type of cache memory does the LS1043AXE7QQB557 have?
The SoC has 32 KB L1 Instruction Cache with parity, 32 KB L1 Data Cache with ECC, and 1 MB unified I/D L2 Cache with ECC.
- What memory types are supported by the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
The SoC supports 32-bit DDR3L/DDR4 SDRAM with ECC and interleaving.
- What is the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) in the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
The DPAA accelerates functions such as packet parsing, queue management, buffer management, and cryptography.
- What are some of the peripheral interfaces available on the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
The SoC includes interfaces like RGMII, PCI Express 2.0, SATA 3.0, SerDes lanes, QSPI, DSPI, USB 3.0, and more.
- In what package is the LS1043AXE7QQB557 available?
The SoC is available in a 621-FCBGA (21x21) package.
- What are some typical applications for the LS1043AXE7QQB557?
Typical applications include small-form-factor networking, industrial gateways, industrial automation, M2M for enterprise, consumer networking, and automotive applications.
- Does the LS1043AXE7QQB557 support secure boot and debug features?
Yes, it supports secure boot and various debug features including run control, data acquisition, high-speed trace, and performance/event monitoring.
- Why is the LS1043AXE7QQB557 suitable for industrial and automotive applications?
The SoC is suitable due to its high performance, low power consumption, and robust set of features including ECC-protected cache memories and various high-speed interfaces.
