Overview
The P4080NSE7PNC is a high-performance integrated communication processor from NXP USA Inc., part of the QorIQ P4 series. This processor combines eight Power Architecture® e500mc cores, each operating at frequencies up to 1.5 GHz, with advanced data path acceleration logic and comprehensive network and peripheral interfaces. It is designed to handle combined control, data path, and application layer processing, making it suitable for various demanding applications such as networking, telecom/datacom, wireless infrastructure, and mil/aerospace sectors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cores | Eight Power Architecture® e500mc cores |
| Frequency | Up to 1.5 GHz |
| Cache | 128 KB L2 cache per core with ECC, 2 MB L3 cache with ECC |
| Memory Controllers | Two 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM memory controllers with ECC |
| Ethernet Controllers | Two 10-Gigabit Ethernet (XAUI) controllers, eight 1-Gigabit Ethernet controllers |
| Peripheral Interfaces | CoreNet fabric, CoreNet bridges, three PCI Express 2.0 controllers, two serial RapidIO 1.2 controllers, enhanced local bus controller (eLBC), four I2C controllers, four 2-pin UARTs or two 4-pin UARTs |
| Data Path Acceleration | Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) including Frame Manager (FMan), Queue Manager (QMan), Hardware Buffer Manager (BMan), Encryption/Decryption (SEC 4.0), Regex pattern matching (PME 2.0) |
| Package | 1295 FC-PBGA (37.5x37.5 mm) |
Key Features
- Eight e500-mc Power Architecture cores with three levels of instructions: user, supervisor, and hypervisor
- Independent boot and reset, secure boot capability
- CoreNet fabric supporting coherent and non-coherent transactions amongst CoreNet end-points
- High-speed USB controller (USB 2.0) with host and device support
- Enhanced secure digital host controller (SD/MMC) and enhanced serial peripheral interfaces (eSPI)
- Advanced data path acceleration for packet parsing, classification, distribution, scheduling, and encryption/decryption
- Comprehensive peripheral interfaces including PCI Express, RapidIO, and enhanced local bus controller
Applications
The P4080NSE7PNC is designed for a variety of high-performance applications, including:
- Networking: routers, switches, and general-purpose embedded computing
- Telecom/Datacom: base station controllers and other telecom infrastructure
- Wireless Infrastructure: wireless base stations and other wireless communication systems
- Mil/Aerospace: various military and aerospace applications requiring high reliability and performance
Q & A
- What is the P4080NSE7PNC processor?
The P4080NSE7PNC is a high-performance integrated communication processor from NXP USA Inc., featuring eight Power Architecture® e500mc cores.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the P4080NSE7PNC?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 1.5 GHz.
- What type of cache does the P4080NSE7PNC have?
It has 128 KB L2 cache per core with ECC and a 2 MB L3 cache with ECC.
- What memory controllers are available on the P4080NSE7PNC?
Two 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM memory controllers with ECC.
- What Ethernet controllers are included in the P4080NSE7PNC?
Two 10-Gigabit Ethernet (XAUI) controllers and eight 1-Gigabit Ethernet controllers.
- What data path acceleration features does the P4080NSE7PNC offer?
Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) including Frame Manager (FMan), Queue Manager (QMan), Hardware Buffer Manager (BMan), Encryption/Decryption (SEC 4.0), and Regex pattern matching (PME 2.0).
- What package type is the P4080NSE7PNC available in?
1295 FC-PBGA (37.5x37.5 mm).
- What are some typical applications of the P4080NSE7PNC?
Networking, telecom/datacom, wireless infrastructure, and mil/aerospace applications.
- Does the P4080NSE7PNC support secure boot?
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the P4080NSE7PNC?
CoreNet fabric, CoreNet bridges, PCI Express 2.0 controllers, serial RapidIO 1.2 controllers, enhanced local bus controller (eLBC), I2C controllers, UARTs, and more.
