P3041NSN7PNC

The P3041NSN7PNC is a PowerPC e500mc-based QorIQ P3 communications microprocessor featuring four 32‑bit cores running at 1.5 GHz in a 1295‑FCPBGA (37.5 × 37.5 mm) package. It integrates high‑performance datapath acceleration logic together with a broad set of network and peripheral interfaces, making it suitable for networking, telecom/datacom, wireless infrastructure, and embedded computing applications.

Designed for systems that require multi‑core processing and rich I/O, the device targets use cases such as routers, switches, base station controllers and general‑purpose embedded computing where integration and connectivity reduce BOM and simplify board design.

Key Features

• Core & Performance — Four PowerPC e500mc processor cores, 32‑bit, running at 1.5 GHz; includes high‑performance datapath acceleration logic for packet and data processing.
• Multicore Flexibility — Supports multiple multiprocessing configurations including symmetric and asymmetric modes, and can run cores OS‑less using a simple scheduler as described in the product brief.
• Memory & Storage — Integrated DDR3/DDR3L memory controllers and dual SATA 3 Gbps ports for low‑cost, high‑speed storage options.
• Networking & I/O — Multiple Ethernet interfaces: five 10/100/1000 Mbps ports plus one 10 Gbps port; two USB 2.0 ports with PHY; DUART and Serial RapidIO capability (dual SRIO ports referenced in product brief) for backplane and DSP interconnect.
• Security Subsystem — On‑chip security features including SEC 4.2 co‑processor, boot security, cryptography, a random number generator, and a secure fusebox.
• Package & Mounting — 1295‑FCPBGA (37.5 × 37.5 mm) FCBGA package, surface mount.
• Operating Range & Compliance — Consumer qualification with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 105 °C; RoHS compliant.
• Developer Resources — Product brief and developer environment documentation are provided to support software and system design for networking and embedded applications.

Typical Applications

• Routers and Switches — Combined control, datapath, and application layer processing for high‑integration routing and switching platforms.
• Base Station Controllers and Wireless Infrastructure — Multi‑core processing and high‑speed I/O for base station NICs and wireless backhaul interfaces.
• Integrated Access Routers (IAD) — Dual SATA and multiple Ethernet interfaces enable local storage and high connectivity in access gateway designs.
• General‑Purpose Embedded Computing — Flexible multicore options and broad peripheral set for embedded systems requiring scalable processing and connectivity.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications processor: Four e500mc cores plus datapath acceleration and extensive network interfaces reduce the need for multiple discrete devices.
• Flexible multicore deployment: Supports symmetric and asymmetric multiprocessing and OS‑less operation modes to match diverse software architectures and real‑time requirements.
• Rich connectivity: Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, a 10 Gbps interface, dual SATA, and USB 2.0 provide a wide range of high‑speed I/O for networking and storage subsystems.
• Embedded security features: Integrated SEC 4.2 co‑processor with boot security, cryptography, RNG and secure fusebox supports secure device boot and runtime security functions.
• Developer support and documentation: Product brief and developer environment resources are available to aid integration, OS selection, and multicore software strategies.
• Board‑level simplicity: High level of on‑chip integration simplifies board design and can reduce system BOM and complexity.

Why Choose P3041NSN7PNC?

The P3041NSN7PNC delivers a balanced combination of multi‑core processing, datapath acceleration, and extensive network and peripheral interfaces in a single, surface‑mount FCBGA package. Its integration and flexibility make it well suited to networking, telecom/datacom and wireless infrastructure designs that require consolidated control, datapath, and application processing.

With consumer qualification, RoHS compliance, an operating range of 0 °C to 105 °C, and dedicated developer documentation, the P3041NSN7PNC is positioned for designs that demand scalable multicore performance, secure boot and runtime features, and broad I/O connectivity.

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