Overview
The LS1046ASE8T1A is a powerful multicore processor developed by NXP Semiconductors, part of the QorIQ Layerscape family. This processor integrates four 64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A72 cores, providing high performance and packet processing acceleration. It is designed to maintain hardware and software compatibility with other processors in the Layerscape series, such as the LS1023A, LS1043A, and LS1088A, ensuring scalability and interoperability. The LS1046A is also part of NXP's EdgeVerse™ edge computing platform and is certified to the Arm SystemReady ES standard, ensuring compatibility with standard operating systems and hypervisors.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Cores | Four 32-bit/64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A72 CPUs |
| Core Frequency | Up to 1.8 GHz |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB data cache and 48 KB instruction cache per core |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB shared L2 cache |
| Memory Controller | One 32-bit/64-bit DDR4 SDRAM with ECC and interleaving support, up to 2.1 GT/s |
| Peripheral Interfaces | Three PCI Express 3.0 controllers, one SATA 6 Gbit/s controller, up to two XFI (10 GbE) interfaces, multiple SGMII and QSGMII interfaces |
| Other Interfaces | Quad Serial Peripheral Interface (QSPI), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), integrated flash controller, three high-speed USB 3.0 controllers, Enhanced Secure Digital Host Controller, four I2C controllers, two 16550-compliant DUARTs, six low-power UARTs (LPUARTs), GPIO, eight Flextimers |
| Package | 780 FC-PBGA package, 23 mm x 23 mm |
Key Features
- Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for packet parsing, classification, and distribution, queue management, buffer management, and cryptography acceleration.
- Hierarchical interconnect fabric with up to 700 MHz operation.
- Support for IEEE 1588™ and various high-speed peripheral interfaces.
- Integrated secure boot and trust zone capabilities.
- Global programmable interrupt controller (GIC) and thermal monitoring unit (TMU).
- Power-efficient design with ECC-protected L1 and L2 cache memories for high reliability.
Applications
- Enterprise routers and switches.
- Linecard controllers.
- Network attached storage.
- Security appliances.
- Virtual customer premise equipment (vCPE).
- Service provider gateways.
- Single board computers.
Q & A
- What is the LS1046ASE8T1A processor?
The LS1046ASE8T1A is a multicore processor from NXP Semiconductors, featuring four 64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A72 cores with packet processing acceleration and high-speed peripherals.
- How many cores does the LS1046ASE8T1A have?
The LS1046ASE8T1A has four 32-bit/64-bit Arm® Cortex®-A72 CPUs.
- What is the maximum frequency of the LS1046ASE8T1A cores?
The cores can operate up to 1.8 GHz.
- What type of memory controller does the LS1046ASE8T1A support?
The processor supports one 32-bit/64-bit DDR4 SDRAM memory controller with ECC and interleaving support, up to 2.1 GT/s.
- What are some of the key peripheral interfaces of the LS1046ASE8T1A?
The processor includes three PCI Express 3.0 controllers, one SATA 6 Gbit/s controller, multiple SGMII and QSGMII interfaces, and other interfaces like QSPI, SPI, and high-speed USB 3.0 controllers.
- What is the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) in the LS1046ASE8T1A?
The DPAA incorporates acceleration for packet parsing, classification, and distribution, queue management, buffer management, and cryptography acceleration.
- What are some typical applications of the LS1046ASE8T1A?
The processor is suited for applications such as enterprise routers and switches, linecard controllers, network attached storage, security appliances, and single board computers.
- Is the LS1046ASE8T1A compatible with standard operating systems and hypervisors?
Yes, it is certified to the Arm SystemReady ES standard, ensuring compatibility with standard operating systems and hypervisors.
- What is the package type of the LS1046ASE8T1A?
The processor is packaged in a 780 FC-PBGA package, measuring 23 mm x 23 mm.
- Does the LS1046ASE8T1A support secure boot and trust zone capabilities?
Yes, it includes integrated secure boot and trust zone capabilities.
- What is the hierarchical interconnect fabric in the LS1046ASE8T1A?
The hierarchical interconnect fabric operates up to 700 MHz.
