Overview
The P1021NSN2HFB is a high-performance communications processor from NXP Semiconductors, part of the QorIQ P1 family. This processor is designed to offer smart integration and efficient power management, making it suitable for a variety of networking and telecom applications. It features dual Power Architecture e500 cores, providing a robust platform for both data plane and control plane workloads. The P1021NSN2HFB is particularly useful in environments requiring high performance, rich peripheral sets, and robust security features.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | PowerPC e500v2, Dual Core |
| Core Clock Frequency | 800 MHz |
| Cache Memory | 32 KB L1 instruction cache and 32 KB L1 data cache per core, 256 KB L2 cache with ECC |
| Memory Controller | 32-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM with ECC support |
| Ethernet Controllers | Three 10/100/1000 Mb/s enhanced three-speed Ethernet controllers (eTSECs) with TCP/IP acceleration and classification capabilities |
| High-Speed Interfaces | Four SerDes to 3.125 GHz, two PCI Express controllers, two SGMII interfaces |
| QUICC Engine | UTOPIA-L2, up to two 10/100 Ethernet interfaces, up to four T1/E1/J1/E3 or DS-3 serial interfaces |
| Security Engine | Integrated security engine (SEC 3.3) with crypto algorithm support for 3DES, AES, RSA/ECC, MD5/SHA, etc. |
| Package | 689-pin wirebond power-BGA (TEPBGA2) |
Key Features
- Dual high-performance Power Architecture e500 cores with double-precision floating-point support
- Integrated QUICC Engine module for enhanced networking capabilities
- Three 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet controllers with TCP/IP acceleration and classification capabilities
- High-speed interfaces including four SerDes, two PCI Express controllers, and two SGMII interfaces
- Integrated security engine with support for various crypto algorithms and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL, SRTP)
- USB 2.0 host and device support with Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) and ULPI interface
- Enhanced secure digital host controller and serial peripheral interface (SPI)
- Programmable interrupt controller (PIC) compliant with OpenPIC standard and four-channel DMA controller
Applications
The P1021NSN2HFB is well-suited for various networking and telecom applications, including:
- Networking and telecom linecards
- Multiservice routers and business gateways
- Power-sensitive defense and industrial applications
- Outdoor environments with a junction temperature range of –40 ºC to +125 ºC
- Wireless support through PCI Express ports for IEEE 802.11n radio cards
- Legacy phone interfaces with TDM support for voice applications
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the P1021NSN2HFB?
The core processor is the PowerPC e500v2, with dual cores.
- What is the core clock frequency of the P1021NSN2HFB?
The core clock frequency is 800 MHz.
- What type of cache memory does the P1021NSN2HFB have?
The processor has 32 KB L1 instruction cache and 32 KB L1 data cache per core, along with a 256 KB L2 cache with ECC.
- What are the key features of the Ethernet controllers in the P1021NSN2HFB?
The Ethernet controllers include three 10/100/1000 Mb/s enhanced three-speed Ethernet controllers with TCP/IP acceleration and classification capabilities.
- Does the P1021NSN2HFB have integrated security features?
Yes, it includes an integrated security engine (SEC 3.3) with support for various crypto algorithms and protocols.
- What high-speed interfaces are available on the P1021NSN2HFB?
The processor features four SerDes to 3.125 GHz, two PCI Express controllers, and two SGMII interfaces.
- What is the purpose of the QUICC Engine module in the P1021NSN2HFB?
The QUICC Engine module enhances networking capabilities with UTOPIA-L2, up to two 10/100 Ethernet interfaces, and up to four T1/E1/J1/E3 or DS-3 serial interfaces.
- What are some typical applications for the P1021NSN2HFB?
Typical applications include networking and telecom linecards, multiservice routers, business gateways, and power-sensitive defense and industrial applications.
- What is the operating temperature range of the P1021NSN2HFB?
The operating temperature range is –40 ºC to +125 ºC.
- Does the P1021NSN2HFB support wireless connectivity?
Yes, it supports wireless connectivity through PCI Express ports for IEEE 802.11n radio cards.
