Overview
The NXP T2080NXN8TTB is a high-performance processor from the QorIQ T2080 series, designed to meet the demands of mid-range control plane and mixed control and data plane applications. This processor succeeds the P3041 and P2041 quad-core series, offering enhanced performance and efficiency. It features four dual-threaded e6500 cores based on Power Architecture technology, each operating up to 1.8 GHz. The T2080 is particularly suited for applications requiring high processing power, low latency, and advanced virtualization capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Type | e6500 |
| Number of Cores | 8 (four dual-threaded cores) |
| Operating Frequency [Max] | 1.8 GHz |
| Junction Temperature (Min to Max) | -40 to 105 ℃ |
| Cache | 2 MB L2 cache, 512 KB shared platform cache |
| Memory Controller | 64-bit DDR3/3L SDRAM up to 2133 MT/s |
| Package Type | 896-pin FCBGA |
| Process Technology | 28nm |
| High-Speed Interfaces | PCI Express 3.0/2.0, Serial RapidIO 2.1, SATA 2.0, High-Speed USB 2.0 |
Key Features
- Advanced Virtualization: Supports hardware-assisted virtualization with an extra core privilege level for hypervisor support, logical to real address translation, and I/O virtualization with DMA memory protection.
- High-Performance Cores: Four dual-threaded e6500 cores with up to 1.8 GHz frequency and 6.0 DMIPS/MHz per core.
- Cache and Memory: Shares a 2 MB L2 cache and includes a 512 KB shared platform cache with prefetch engine.
- DPAA Acceleration: Includes acceleration for packet parsing, classification, queue management, cryptography, and decompression/compression.
- Ethernet Interfaces: Supports multiple Ethernet MACs with options for 10 Gb/s, 1 Gb/s, and 2.5 Gb/s interfaces.
- Security Features: Includes secure boot, secure debug, tamper detection, and volatile key storage.
Applications
- Enterprise Equipment: Modular Ethernet switches, services cards, UTM equipment, enterprise storage, and data center applications.
- Service Provider: Core and edge routers, broadband access, metro Ethernet, and optical networking.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Mobile backhaul and other wireless infrastructure applications.
Q & A
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the T2080NXN8TTB processor?
The maximum operating frequency is 1.8 GHz.
- How many cores does the T2080NXN8TTB processor have?
The processor has four dual-threaded e6500 cores, totaling eight virtual cores.
- What type of cache does the T2080NXN8TTB processor use?
The processor shares a 2 MB L2 cache and includes a 512 KB shared platform cache with prefetch engine.
- What are the key virtualization features of the T2080NXN8TTB?
The processor supports hardware-assisted virtualization with an extra core privilege level for hypervisor support, logical to real address translation, and I/O virtualization with DMA memory protection.
- What types of Ethernet interfaces are supported by the T2080NXN8TTB?
The processor supports multiple Ethernet MACs with options for 10 Gb/s, 1 Gb/s, and 2.5 Gb/s interfaces.
- What security features are included in the T2080NXN8TTB?
The processor includes secure boot, secure debug, tamper detection, and volatile key storage.
- What is the process technology used in the T2080NXN8TTB?
The processor is built using 28nm process technology.
- What is the package type of the T2080NXN8TTB?
The processor is packaged in a 896-pin FCBGA.
- What are some of the target applications for the T2080NXN8TTB?
Target applications include enterprise equipment, service provider equipment, and wireless infrastructure.
- Does the T2080NXN8TTB support high-speed interfaces?
Yes, it supports PCI Express 3.0/2.0, Serial RapidIO 2.1, SATA 2.0, and High-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces).
