P4040NSN1NNB

The P4040NSN1NNB is a multicore PowerPC-based microprocessor built on the QorIQ P4 platform, featuring four PowerPC e500mc cores running at 1.5 GHz. It targets networking and embedded designs that require a balanced combination of compute and high-throughput I/O integration.

Designed for applications in networking, telecom and general-purpose embedded systems, the device emphasizes multicore processing, platform-level cache coherence and integrated security to simplify system architecture and accelerate development.

Key Features

• Core  Four PowerPC e500mc cores, 32-bit, operating at 1.5 GHz to support parallel processing and control/dataplane tasks.
• Cache and Coherency  QorIQ P4 platform three-tier cache hierarchy with per-core L1, dedicated backside L2 cache and a multi-megabyte shared L3, combined with CoreNet coherency fabric for scalable on-chip cache coherency.
• Memory  64-bit DDR2/DDR3 memory controller(s) with ECC support for robust system memory operation and data integrity.
• Security and Acceleration  Integrated SEC 4.0 security engine and hardware features including boot security, cryptography, a random number generator and a secure fusebox.
• Networking I/O  Multiple high-speed Ethernet interfaces: eight 1 Gbps ports and two 10 Gbps ports for extensive connectivity options.
• Peripherals  Two USB 2.0 ports with PHY, DUART and common peripheral interfaces for system control and management.
• Package and Mounting  1295-FCPBGA (37.5 × 37.5 mm) FCBGA package, surface-mountable for high-density board designs.
• Operating Range  Qualified for consumer use with an operating temperature range from 0 °C to 105 °C.
• Compliance  RoHS compliant to support regulatory requirements for lead-free assembly.

Typical Applications

• Enterprise & Service Provider Routing: Used in routers and switches where multicore processing and multiple 1 Gbps / 10 Gbps ports are required for packet processing and traffic management.
• Media Gateways & Access Gateways: Suitable for media gateway and LTE access gateway functions that need combined control-plane and dataplane processing.
• Base Station / RNC Equipment: Applied in base station controllers and radio network controllers that demand deterministic processing and integrated security.
• General Embedded Networking Systems: Fits embedded platforms in industrial, aerospace and defense markets that require integrated memory controllers, security and high I/O density.

Unique Advantages

• Multicore, deterministic processing: Four PowerPC e500mc cores at 1.5 GHz enable parallel task handling for mixed control and dataplane workloads.
• Platform-level cache design: Three-tier cache hierarchy and CoreNet fabric reduce contention and improve multi-core data access patterns.
• Integrated security engine: SEC 4.0 plus cryptography, RNG and secure fusebox provide hardware-backed security primitives to protect boot and runtime operations.
• Broad memory and I/O support: 64-bit DDR2/DDR3 controllers with ECC and extensive Ethernet and USB interfaces reduce external component count and simplify board design.
• Compact, manufacturable package: 1295-FCPBGA (37.5 × 37.5 mm) surface-mount package suited for high-density PCB layouts.
• Regulatory readiness: RoHS compliance supports lead-free manufacturing and regulatory obligations.

Why Choose P4040NSN1NNB?

The P4040NSN1NNB positions itself as a balanced, integrated solution for embedded networking and communications platforms that need multicore processing, comprehensive security, and high-density I/O. Its PowerPC e500mc cores, platform cache architecture and CoreNet coherency fabric are geared toward systems combining compute and I/O-intensive tasks.

This device is well suited to designers seeking a scalable, robust processor platform with native support for DDR2/DDR3 memory with ECC, multiple Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, and hardware security features—helping reduce BOM complexity and shorten system development cycles.

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