LS2048AXE7TTB

The LS2048AXE7TTB is an NXP QorIQ Layerscape microprocessor featuring a 4-core, 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A72 architecture running at 1.8 GHz. Designed for embedded and industrial applications, this MPU integrates high-speed I/O and memory support to address networking, edge compute, and control-plane use cases.

With DDR4 memory controllers, multiple high-speed Ethernet options, SATA and USB 3.0 connectivity, and industrial temperature qualification, the LS2048AXE7TTB delivers a balance of compute performance and system integration for compact, rugged embedded designs.

Key Features

• Core & Architecture Four ARM® Cortex®-A72 64-bit cores running at 1.8 GHz, providing multicore processing for compute and control tasks.
• Memory DDR4 RAM controllers for modern high‑speed memory support.
• Ethernet Connectivity Multiple Ethernet options listed: 10GbE (8) or 1GbE (16) & 2.5GbE (1), enabling high-throughput networking and flexible port configurations.
• Storage & USB SATA 6 Gbps (2) for local storage and two USB 3.0 ports with PHY for high-speed peripheral connectivity.
• Security Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® support to enable hardware-assisted platform integrity and trusted execution.
• Package & Mounting 1292-FCPBGA package (37.5×37.5 mm), surface-mount construction suitable for compact board designs.
• Qualification & Temperature Industrial qualification with an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 105 °C for robust performance in demanding environments.
• Compliance RoHS compliant, meeting standard environmental material restrictions.

Typical Applications

• Network Appliances Use as a control-plane or data-plane processor in routers, switches, and network security appliances that require multiple high-speed Ethernet interfaces.
• Edge Compute & Industrial Gateways Ideal for embedded edge systems and industrial gateways needing DDR4 memory support, SATA storage, and rugged temperature operation.
• Storage & NAS Two SATA 6 Gbps ports and USB 3.0 enable deployment in compact NAS and storage controller applications.
• Secure Embedded Systems Secure Boot and TrustZone® make this MPU suitable for designs that require platform integrity and trusted execution environments.

Unique Advantages

• Balanced multicore performance: Four 64-bit Cortex‑A72 cores at 1.8 GHz provide a strong balance of single-thread and multi-thread throughput for embedded workloads.
• Versatile networking I/O: Multiple Ethernet configuration options (10GbE or combinations of 1GbE and 2.5GbE) support a range of port-density and bandwidth requirements.
• Integrated storage and peripheral support: SATA 6 Gbps and USB 3.0 with PHY reduce the need for additional interface controllers, simplifying BOM and board layout.
• Industrial-ready thermals: Rated to operate from -40 °C to 105 °C, enabling deployment in harsh environments where temperature resilience is required.
• Platform security primitives: Secure Boot and Arm TrustZone® support aid in building systems with hardware-backed trust and secure firmware provisioning.
• Compact package for dense designs: 1292-FCPBGA (37.5×37.5 mm) package allows a high level of integration in space-constrained embedded systems.

Why Choose LS2048AXE7TTB?

The LS2048AXE7TTB positions itself as a compact, industrially qualified Layerscape MPU that combines ARM® Cortex®-A72 multicore compute with a broad set of I/O suited for networking and embedded applications. Its mix of DDR4 memory support, multiple Ethernet options, SATA and USB 3.0, plus hardware security features, helps lower system complexity while delivering the connectivity and reliability needed for industrial and edge designs.

This part is suited for engineers building networked embedded systems, industrial gateways, and storage-enabled devices that require proven processor architecture, robust operating-temperature range, and integrated peripheral support to accelerate time to market and reduce system BOM.

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