P2041NSN7NNC557 - QorIQ P2 4-Core Power SoC 1.3GHz 780-FCPBGA | NXP
MPN: P2041NSN7NNC557 ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $285 | $285.00 |
| 10 | $268.5 | $2,685.00 |
| 100 | $245 | $24,500.00 |
| 250 | $232 | $58,000.00 |
| 500 | $219.75 | $109,875.00 |
P2041NSN7NNC557 Overview
A QorIQ communications processor is a multi-core system-on-chip designed by NXP for routers, switches, base stations, and network-attached storage equipment, sitting in the hierarchy: Power Architecture SoC -> communications processor -> multicore networking MPU -> embedded processor. The P2041 belongs to the P2 family that succeeded the earlier PowerQUICC III devices, replacing discrete ASIC/FPGA datapath logic with integrated SerDes and a coherent CoreNet fabric.
Key differentiating features include four e500mc cores with double-precision hardware floating-point, a high-bandwidth CoreNet coherency fabric, three PCI Express Gen2 controllers, two SATA 2.0 ports, dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet and multiple Gigabit Ethernet controllers, a 64-bit DDR3/DDR3L controller with ECC, and integrated security including SEC 4.0 crypto acceleration. Hardware virtualization and partitioning are supported for running multiple OS instances on a single device.
The architecture relies on the e500mc core with out-of-order execution, dual-issue pipelines, and per-core 32 KB I-cache / 32 KB D-cache plus a 256 KB private L2, while a shared 2 MB platform cache reduces external memory traffic. SerDes lanes are multiplexed across PCIe, SATA, SRIO and XAUI / SGMII / QSGMII Ethernet PHYs, giving the BOM flexibility typical of P-series designs.
Typical applications include enterprise routers, multi-service edge gateways, industrial control planes, network-attached storage controllers, LTE small-cell base stations, and secure VPN / firewall appliances. The wide I/O voltage support (1.0 / 1.35 / 1.5 / 1.8 / 2.5 / 3.3 V) simplifies interfacing to legacy logic on carrier-grade line cards.
When designing with this part, plan for a multilayer PCB with controlled-impedance SerDes routing, a dedicated clock tree for the platform, and DDR3 fly-by topology with write-leveling calibration. Thermal design is critical: at full load across four cores the device must be mounted on a board with thermal vias under the lid and, in many chassis, attached to a heatsink to stay below the 105 C junction rating.
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| Core Processor | PowerPC e500mc |
| Number of Cores | 4 |
| Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 1.333 GHz |
| Architecture | QorIQ P2 (Power Architecture SoC) |
| Package | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L with ECC |
| Graphics Acceleration | No |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE and 10 GbE interfaces |
| PCI Express | PCIe Gen2 controllers |
| SATA | SATA 2.0 |
| Serial RapidIO | Yes (SRIO) |
| Security Engine | SEC 4.0 crypto acceleration |
| Operating Temperature | 0 C to +105 C |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount (BGA) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Mask Revision | R2.0 |
P2041NSN7NNC557 780-fcpbga (23x23 mm) Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for P2041NSN7NNC557 (780-fcpbga (23x23 mm) package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for P2041NSN7NNC557.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
P2041NSN7NNC557 is suitable for 6 applications: Enterprise Routers and Edge Gateways, LTE Small-Cell Base Station, Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Controllers, Industrial Control Plane Processor, Secure VPN and Firewall Appliance, Telecom Control Card (ATCA / AdvancedTCA).
Enterprise Routers and Edge Gateways
The P2041NSN7NNC557's four e500mc cores at 1.333 GHz and integrated 10 GbE MACs make it well-suited for enterprise router control-plane processing. Its 78xx-tier CoreNet fabric gives enough headroom for forwarding-table lookup and ACL matching, while the integrated SEC 4.0 accelerates IPSec tunnels at line rate. With three PCIe Gen2 controllers the device can host network daughter cards or crypto offload accelerators without an external switch, simplifying carrier-grade line-card design compared to a discrete CPU-plus-ASIC solution.
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LTE Small-Cell Base Station
The P2041NSN7NNC557 targets small-cell base station applications that need deterministic multi-core compute for L2/L3 protocol processing. Its DDR3 controller with ECC and SRIO for inter-board communication deliver the memory and backplane bandwidth required for 4G small-cell stacks, while the integrated SEC 4.0 engine handles ciphering/integrity for LTE security contexts. Placed on a baseband card with a companion RFIC, it reduces bill of materials versus a CPU-plus-DSP architecture.
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Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Controllers
The P2041NSN7NNC557's two SATA 2.0 ports plus 10 GbE allow it to act as a single-chip controller for mid-range NAS appliances. The four-core e500mc complex can dedicate cores to filesystem, RAID, and network protocol offload tasks, while the integrated crypto engine accelerates encrypted volumes. With DDR3 ECC memory it preserves data integrity required for RAID rebuilds under heavy I/O, making it a drop-in SoC for NAS platforms that already host a P2-compatible footprint.
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Industrial Control Plane Processor
The P2041NSN7NNC557's 0 to 105 C industrial temperature range and high-bandwidth SerDes fit IEC 61850 substation controllers and ruggedised industrial gateways. Hardware virtualization (virtualization technology on e500mc) lets the same device run a real-time control OS and a Linux management plane in isolated partitions, simplifying certification. Its compact 23x23 mm FCPBGA footprint enables integration into 1U industrial rack appliances with front-panel I/O and rear transition modules.
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Secure VPN and Firewall Appliance
The P2041NSN7NNC557's SEC 4.0 hardware accelerator with AES, DES, 3DES, SHA, and Kasumi engines can sustain multi-Gbps IPsec and SSL VPN throughput on a single device. Four e500mc cores allow one core to be dedicated to the control plane, leaving three for datapath packet processing - a balance not easily achieved on single-core processors. The integrated 10 GbE MACs let designers build 4-port GbE + dual 10 GbE security appliances without an external switch ASIC.
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Telecom Control Card (ATCA / AdvancedTCA)
The P2041NSN7NNC557 is a common CPU choice for ATCA / AdvancedTCA telecom control cards that manage fabric switching, power, and telco alarm monitoring. Its SRIO links can talk to a switch fabric Mezzanine (MTCA / AMC module) at multi-Gbps rates, while the dual 10 GbE feeds base interface connections. Combined with DDR3 ECC for RAS and the 0-105 C industrial temperature grade, it satisfies NEBS thermal and reliability expectations for carrier-grade telecom chassis.
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Engineering reference data for P2041NSN7NNC557 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | P2040NSN7MMC | P2020NSN7MMC | P2041NSN7MMC | P2041NXN7MMC | P2041NSN7PNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same | 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) - same |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Count | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Core Frequency | 1.333 GHz | 1.5 GHz | 1.2 GHz | 1.333 GHz | 1.333 GHz | 1.333 GHz |
| Memory Controller | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC | DDR3 / DDR3L ECC |
| 10 GbE | Yes (XAUI / XFI) | Yes (XAUI / XFI) | Yes (XAUI / XFI) | Yes (XAUI / XFI) | Yes (XAUI / XFI) | Yes (XAUI / XFI) |
| Mask Revision | R2.0 | R2.0 | R2.0 | R2.0 | R2.0 | R2.0 |
Key Differentiators
- Balanced 4-core / 1.333 GHz tier within the QorIQ P2 family (vs P2020NSN7MMC)
- Industrial 0-105 C operating range (vs P2041NXN7MMC)
- Reel-packaged order code reduces handling risk (vs P2041NSN7PNC)
Design Notes
The 780-FCPBGA (23x23 mm) package can dissipate significant power under four-core load at 1.333 GHz. Estimated: with the published TDP class of ~10-12 W and 0-105 C industrial temperature grade, design the PCB with a thermal via array under the die region and, in most chassis, attach a heatsink. Without this, junction temperatures can exceed 105 C under sustained workloads and trigger thermal shutdown. The 23x23 mm BGA needs an unbroken copper ground-pour immediately under the package for effective heat spreading into the chassis.
SerDes lanes on the P2041NSN7NNC557 must be routed as 100-ohm differential pairs with matched length within the tolerance specified in the QorIQ P2 hardware specification (typically < 5 mils per lane). Reference SerDes reference manual for PCIe, SATA, SRIO, and XAUI / SGMII / QSGMII lane allocation - lane remap must match the SoC's reset configuration word (RCW) at boot. Use a minimum of 8 PCB layers with dedicated SerDes, core, and ground planes; failure to isolate SerDes return currents typically causes degraded eye margins and link training failures.
Plan a multi-rail supply tree with separate switching regulators for the SoC core voltage (typically ~1.0 V), DDR3 supply (1.5 V / 1.35 V), SerDes analog (1.0 V or 1.2 V depending on RCW), and I/O voltages (1.8 V / 2.5 V / 3.3 V). Use a power-sequencer such as MAX1979ETI+T or equivalent to enforce proper rail-up order and avoid in-rush damage to the BGA. Decoupling must be co-located with every power pin pair, and bulk capacitors should be placed near each supply island to limit transient droop during multi-core load steps.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per JLCPCB / LCSC / DigiKey Marketplace listings. AEC-Q100 qualification is not applicable - the P2041NSN7NNC557 is an industrial / enterprise networking SoC, not an automotive MCU. Halogen-free status is not explicitly stated in the provided data and is marked unknown.