T1042NSN7MQB

The T1042NSN7MQB is a PowerPC e5500-based microprocessor from NXP Semiconductors' T1042 series. It integrates a 4-core, 64-bit CPU running at 1.4 GHz in a 780-FCPBGA (23×23) package, targeted at embedded and consumer applications.

Designed to combine multi-core processing with a broad set of integrated I/O and security capabilities, this device addresses designs that require consolidated connectivity, storage and secure boot capabilities while operating across a 0 °C to 105 °C temperature range.

Key Features

• Core & Architecture PowerPC e5500 64-bit architecture with four cores operating at 1.4 GHz, providing parallel processing for embedded workloads.
• Memory Support Integrated controllers for DDR3L/4 memory types to support system memory configurations.
• Ethernet Connectivity Multiple 1Gbps Ethernet interfaces (1Gbps (5)) for wired network connectivity.
• Storage & USB Dual SATA 3Gbps ports (SATA 3Gbps (2)) and two USB 2.0 ports with PHY (USB 2.0 + PHY (2)) for storage and peripheral attachment.
• Additional Interfaces I2C support for board-level control and peripheral management.
• Security Features On-chip Boot Security, Cryptography, Secure Fusebox, Secure Debug, Tamper Detection and Volatile Key Storage to support secure system designs.
• Package & Mounting 780-FCPBGA (23×23) surface-mount package (Package Case: 780-FBGA, FCBGA) for compact board integration.
• Operating Range & Compliance Operating temperature range of 0 °C to 105 °C and RoHS compliant.
• Qualification Classified with Consumer qualification for applicable embedded and consumer product designs.
• Graphics No graphics acceleration included (Graphics Acceleration: No), focusing compute resources on CPU and I/O tasks.

Typical Applications

• Consumer Networking and Gateways — Utilizes multiple 1Gbps Ethernet interfaces and a 4-core CPU for wired connectivity and traffic handling in consumer gateway devices.
• Network Attached Storage and Media Servers — Dual SATA 3Gbps ports combined with DDR3L/4 memory support enable local storage and media handling capabilities.
• Embedded Consumer Devices — USB 2.0 ports with PHY and I2C support allow integration of peripherals and board-level control in consumer embedded systems.
• Security-Sensitive Consumer Products — Built-in boot security, cryptography and tamper detection features support secure device boot and key management.

Unique Advantages

• Multi-core 64-bit Processing: Four PowerPC e5500 cores at 1.4 GHz deliver parallel compute capacity for multitasking embedded workloads.
• Broad On-chip I/O Integration: Integrated Ethernet, SATA, USB and I2C reduce external component count and simplify board-level design.
• Comprehensive Security Building Blocks: Boot security, cryptography, secure fusebox and tamper detection provide foundational hardware security features for protected designs.
• Compact Surface-Mount Package: 780-FCPBGA (23×23) footprint enables dense integration on space-constrained PCBs.
• Consumer-focused Qualification and RoHS Compliance: Consumer qualification and RoHS compliance support deployment in consumer product lines.
• Wide Operating Range: Rated for 0 °C to 105 °C to accommodate typical consumer and embedded thermal environments.

Why Choose T1042NSN7MQB?

The T1042NSN7MQB positions itself as a multi-core, highly integrated microprocessor suited for embedded and consumer designs that require balanced compute performance and consolidated I/O. Its PowerPC e5500 cores, combined with integrated Ethernet, SATA, USB and security features, enable designers to reduce BOM complexity while addressing connectivity and secure-boot requirements.

As part of NXP Semiconductors' T1042 series, this device is appropriate for teams developing consumer networking, storage-capable appliances and other embedded products that benefit from a secure, multi-core 64-bit architecture and compact BGA packaging.

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