STMicroelectronics NUCLEO-F411RE

Overview

NUCLEO-F411RE from STMicroelectronics is an STM32 Nucleo-64 development board built around the STM32F411RET6 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M4 microcontroller with 512 KB Flash, 128 KB RAM, and LQFP64 package. It integrates ST-LINK/V2-1 debugger/programmer via USB Mini-B, supports Arduino Uno V3 and ST Morpho expansion headers, and targets rapid prototyping of motor control, sensor fusion, and USB device applications.

For engineers reviewing the NUCLEO-F411RE datasheet, NUCLEO-F411RE pinout, NUCLEO-F411RE application, or NUCLEO-F411RE equivalent, this board delivers validated hardware access to all STM32F411 I/Os, real-time debugging via Virtual COM port and mass storage emulation, and seamless integration with STM32CubeIDE, IAR Embedded Workbench®, and Keil MDK-ARM toolchains.

Technical Context

The NUCLEO-F411RE implements a full-featured evaluation platform for the STM32F411RET6, which features a 100 MHz Cortex-M4 core with FPU, 512 KB Flash (dual-bank), 128 KB SRAM, and peripherals including USB 2.0 FS device, 12-bit ADC (16 channels), 12-bit DAC, two SPI, three I²C, three USART, and one CAN 2.0B controller.

Board-level design includes a 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC, user LED shared with Arduino pin D13, reset and user push-buttons, flexible power options (ST-LINK VBUS or external 7–12 V), and ARDUINO® Uno V3 + ST Morpho headers enabling direct shield compatibility and full I/O access without additional probes.

Key Specifications

Availability

NUCLEO-F411RE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor control prototyping, IoT edge node development, educational embedded systems labs, and medical sensor interface validation requiring stable component supply and long-term toolchain support.

Supply support for NUCLEO-F411RE includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power management ICs, sensors, and analog components for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.

The STM32 Nucleo series was developed to accelerate embedded software development by providing standardized, low-cost, open-hardware platforms with unified debug infrastructure and comprehensive ecosystem support across all STM32 families.

FAQ

Does the NUCLEO-F411RE support USB device functionality?

Yes - the onboard STM32F411RET6 implements a full-speed USB 2.0 device interface, and the board provides direct USB connectivity via the ST-LINK's USB Mini-B port. No external transceiver or level-shifting circuitry is required to develop USB HID, CDC, or MSC class devices using STM32Cube firmware examples.

Can the NUCLEO-F411RE be powered independently of a host PC?

Yes - the board accepts external DC power (7–12 V) through the VIN pin on the Arduino header or via the dedicated external power connector. This allows standalone operation during field testing, battery-powered demos, or integration into custom enclosures without relying on USB VBUS.

Is the ST-LINK/V2-1 on the NUCLEO-F411RE upgradable?

No - the ST-LINK/V2-1 firmware is fixed in ROM and not field-upgradable to ST-LINK/V3. However, it fully supports SWD debugging, flash programming, and Virtual COM port functionality for STM32F411 and compatible MCUs using STM32CubeIDE, OpenOCD, or third-party IDEs without requiring driver updates.

What development environments are officially supported?

STMicroelectronics officially supports STM32CubeIDE (free, cross-platform), IAR Embedded Workbench® (Windows only), and Keil MDK-ARM (Windows only). All integrate directly with the ST-LINK/V2-1 interface and provide project templates, debug configurations, and HAL library initialization code for the STM32F411RET6.