P2041NSN7NNC

The P2041NSN7NNC is a quad-core PowerPC e500mc microprocessor in the QorIQ P2 family, delivering 1.3 GHz processing in a 780‑FCPBGA (23×23 mm) surface-mount package. It targets embedded networking and communications applications that require integrated data-path logic, rich peripheral interfaces, and on-chip security.

Designed for use in routers, switches, base station controllers and general-purpose embedded systems, the device combines multicore compute with high-performance I/O, memory controllers and hardware security features to simplify board design and accelerate system-level development.

Key Features

• Core & Architecture Four PowerPC e500mc cores, 32‑bit, operating at 1.3 GHz for multicore control, data path and application processing.
• CoreNet Fabric & Cache CoreNet fabric supporting coherent and non‑coherent transactions and a 1 MB CoreNet platform cache with ECC for improved data integrity.
• Memory 64‑bit DDR3 and DDR3L SDRAM controller with ECC to support high‑bandwidth system memory with error correction.
• Networking & Ethernet Multiple high‑speed Ethernet ports: five 10/100/1000 Mbps controllers plus one 10 Gbps controller, with support for SGMII and RGMII interfaces.
• Storage & USB Two SATA 3 Gbps controllers and two high‑speed USB 2.0 controllers with integrated PHYs for storage and host connectivity.
• Expansion & Interfaces Integrated peripherals include three PCI Express 2.0 controllers/ports, two Serial RapidIO ports, multiple I2C controllers and UART/DUART support.
• Security Boot security, cryptography, a random number generator and secure fusebox plus a Security Co‑Processor (SEC 4.2) for hardware‑assisted security functions.
• System & DMA Multicore programmable interrupt controller, two 4‑channel DMA engines and data path acceleration logic for efficient data movement and packet processing.
• Package & Environmental 780‑ball FCPBGA package (23 mm × 23 mm), surface mount; RoHS compliant; operating temperature range 0 °C to 105 °C.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment — Ideal for routers and switches requiring multiple gigabit Ethernet ports, hardware acceleration and multicore processing for packet handling.
• Telecom & Datacom — Suited for base station controllers and telecom infrastructure that need integrated PCIe, RapidIO and high‑performance memory interfaces.
• Wireless Infrastructure — Supports control and data‑path processing in wireless backhaul and infrastructure equipment with its mix of high‑speed I/O and security features.
• Embedded Computing — Fits general‑purpose embedded systems that demand a compact, highly integrated processor with robust peripheral and memory support.
• Aerospace & Defense — Applicable to aerospace systems where integrated networking, secure boot and deterministic processing are required within the specified temperature range.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated multicore platform: Four PowerPC e500mc cores plus CoreNet fabric and a 1 MB ECC cache reduce the need for discrete processors and simplify BOM.
• Comprehensive networking interfaces: Five 1 GbE controllers and one 10 Gbps controller on‑chip provide broad connectivity options without external PHYs for many ports.
• Robust security building blocks: On‑chip boot security, cryptography, RNG and secure fusebox together with an SEC 4.2 accelerator enable hardware‑assisted secure systems.
• Memory reliability and performance: A 64‑bit DDR3/DDR3L controller with ECC supports high‑bandwidth memory with error correction for reliable operation.
• Flexible expansion: Multiple PCIe 2.0 ports, Serial RapidIO and abundant peripheral controllers make the device adaptable to diverse system architectures.
• Compact, manufacturable package: 780‑FCPBGA (23×23 mm) surface‑mount package and RoHS compliance help meet production and environmental requirements.

Why Choose P2041NSN7NNC?

The P2041NSN7NNC delivers a balanced combination of multicore compute, extensive networking and storage interfaces, and built‑in security features in a compact FCPBGA package. Its integrated CoreNet architecture, ECC protected cache and high‑speed peripheral set make it suitable for embedded networking, telecom and general‑purpose embedded designs where integration and reliability matter.

This device is well suited to designers seeking a platform that consolidates control, data path and application processing while minimizing external components and simplifying board layout. The mix of on‑chip interfaces and accelerators supports scalable system designs for a range of embedded applications.

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