P2040NXN7MMC

The P2040NXN7MMC is a QorIQ P2 series communications microprocessor from NXP Semiconductors featuring four PowerPC e500mc processor cores running at 1.2 GHz. It integrates datapath acceleration logic and a broad set of network and peripheral interfaces to serve networking, telecom/datacom, wireless infrastructure and embedded computing use cases.

Designed for industrial applications, the device combines multi-core processing flexibility with integrated memory controllers, high-speed I/O and on-chip security features to simplify board design and accelerate system development.

Key Features

• Core and Architecture Four PowerPC e500mc 32-bit cores running at 1.2 GHz, supporting multiple multicore processing options for both symmetric and asymmetric configurations.
• Memory and Storage Integrated DDR3 / DDR3L memory controllers and dual SATA 3 Gb/s ports for local storage and high-speed data buffering.
• Interfaces & Connectivity Up to five 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet interfaces, two USB 2.0 ports with PHY, and additional DUART connectivity to support diverse networking and peripheral configurations.
• Security & Acceleration On-chip SEC 4.2 security co-processor along with boot security, cryptography, a random number generator and a secure fusebox to support secure boot and cryptographic operations.
• Datapath Acceleration & System Integration High-performance datapath acceleration logic and a rich set of network and peripheral bus interfaces enable combined control, datapath and application-layer processing in a single device.
• Package & Temperature Available in a 780-FCPBGA (23×23) surface-mount package and qualified for industrial operation over a −40 °C to 105 °C temperature range.

Typical Applications

• Integrated Access Routers Use the P2040NXN7MMC’s multiple Ethernet interfaces and dual SATA ports for routing, local storage of statistics or databases, and front-panel connectivity.
• Base Station Network Interface Cards (NICs) Leverage multicore processing and high-speed interconnects for control and data-plane tasks in wireless infrastructure and base station designs.
• Switching and Routing Platforms Deploy the device’s datapath acceleration and multi-GE interfaces for packet processing and backplane connectivity in switches and routers.
• General-Purpose Embedded Computing Integrate control, datapath and application functions in embedded systems where consolidation and simplified board design are priorities.

Unique Advantages

• Highly Integrated Datapath and I/O: Combines processing cores with datapath acceleration logic and multiple network/peripheral interfaces to reduce component count and simplify board design.
• Flexible Multicore Operation: Supports symmetric and asymmetric multiprocessing modes, enabling a range of OS and OS-less scheduling strategies for workload partitioning.
• Hardware Security Subsystem: Includes SEC 4.2, cryptography, RNG and secure fusebox capabilities to support secured boot and on-device cryptographic functions.
• Industrial Temperature Qualification: Rated for −40 °C to 105 °C operation, making the device suitable for demanding industrial environments.
• Broad Storage and Peripheral Support: Dual SATA ports, DDR3/DDR3L memory controllers and USB 2.0 with PHY provide a comprehensive set of options for data storage and I/O expansion.

Why Choose P2040NXN7MMC?

The P2040NXN7MMC positions itself as a scalable, integrated multicore processor for networking and embedded applications that require a balance of control-plane and datapath performance. Its combination of four PowerPC e500mc cores, onboard datapath acceleration, extensive I/O and hardware security features supports consolidated system architectures and streamlined board design.

This device is suited to designers building routers, switches, base station interfaces and general-purpose embedded systems that value multicore flexibility, integrated interfaces and industrial temperature operation. The P2040NXN7MMC provides a platform that can scale across multiple processing and connectivity roles while reducing external component complexity.

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