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NXP Semiconductors P1021NSE2DFB
- Part No.:
- P1021NSE2DFB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 689-BBGA Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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P1021NSE2DFB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU 533MHZ PBGA689
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Product details
Overview
P1021NSE2DFB from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a dual-core Power Architecture® e500-based integrated processor with 533 MHz clock frequency, 256 KB L2 cache with ECC, and three 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers supporting IEEE 1588 precision timing. It integrates DDR2/DDR3 memory controller, PCI Express, USB 2.0, SD/MMC, and QUICC Engine for telecom and industrial networking applications.
For engineers reviewing the P1021NSE2DFB datasheet, P1021NSE2DFB pinout, P1021NSE2DFB application, or P1021NSE2DFB equivalent, key selection criteria include IEEE 1588 timestamping capability, triple eTSEC support with MII/RGMII/SGMII, dual-core deterministic real-time performance, and industrial temperature range (–40°C to 125°C) for carrier-grade edge equipment.
Technical Context
The P1021NSE2DFB implements two e500v2 cores with 36-bit physical addressing, double-precision floating-point units, and independent 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core. Its coherency module enables cache coherency across both cores and shared L2 resources.
It features a dedicated QUICC Engine block with 24 KB MURAM and 64 KB IRAM for offloading protocol processing-including HDLC, TDM, UTOPIA, and Ethernet management-while the main cores handle application-layer tasks. The SerDes subsystem supports four lanes up to 2.5 GHz, multiplexed across two PCIe links and two SGMII interfaces.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Dual e500v2 32-bit Power Architecture cores with 36-bit addressing and double-precision FPU |
| Clock Frequency | 533 MHz - fixed frequency for deterministic real-time operation in telecom control plane |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB with ECC - configurable as SRAM or stashing memory for packet buffering or firmware storage |
| Ethernet Controllers | Three eTSECs supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps with IEEE 1588 v2 hardware timestamping and lossless flow control |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM controller with ECC and programmable timing for low-latency access |
| Package | 689-pin WB-TePBGA II (31 × 31 mm) - industrial-grade thermal-enhanced plastic BGA with 0.8 mm pitch |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to 125°C junction - qualified for uncooled industrial and outdoor telecom infrastructure |
Pinout & Package
Package: 689-pin Wire Bond Temperature-Enhanced Plastic Ball Grid Array (WB-TePBGA II), 31 mm × 31 mm, 0.8 mm ball pitch, 22 × 22 array with corner missing (689 active balls).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| MCK00–MCK03 | DDR Clock Outputs | Four differential-capable DDR clock outputs for multi-rank DDR2/DDR3 interface timing |
| TSEC1_TXD00–TSEC1_TXD07 | Gigabit Ethernet Transmit Data | 8-bit parallel transmit data path for eTSEC1; supports RGMII/SGMII/MII modes via configuration |
| TSEC_1588_CLK_IN / TSEC_1588_CLK_OUT | IEEE 1588 Precision Clock I/O | Direct hardware timestamping reference input and synchronized output for sub-100 ns time alignment |
| SD_TX_0–SD_TX_3 | SerDes Transmit Lanes | Four 2.5 Gbps serial lanes supporting PCIe Gen1 or SGMII; each lane includes impedance calibration and PLL lock status |
| USB_D00–USB_D07 | USB 2.0 Data Bus | 8-bit ULPI-compliant parallel interface for high-speed USB host/device operation without external transceiver |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated Security Engine | Hardware-accelerated AES, 3DES, RSA/ECC, RNG, and XOR - enables TLS/IPsec offload without CPU overhead |
| QUICC Engine Block | Dedicated RISC coprocessor with 24 KB MURAM + 64 KB IRAM - handles TDM, HDLC, and Ethernet MAC offload independently of main cores |
| Triple eTSEC with IEEE 1588 | Hardware timestamping on all three controllers with <100 ns resolution - essential for PTP grandmaster and boundary clock implementations |
| Configurable L2 Cache | 256 KB L2 can be partitioned as ECC-protected cache, SRAM, or stashing memory - enables flexible packet buffer or boot code storage |
| PCI Express x1 Interfaces | Two Gen1 PCIe endpoints - support direct attachment of PHYs, switches, or FPGA accelerators with full link training and error reporting |
Applications
| Industrial Ethernet Gateway | Carrier-Grade Small Cell Controller |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Aggregating Modbus TCP, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP traffic across heterogeneous factory networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central protocol translation and real-time scheduling unit with IEEE 1588 synchronization across multiple Ethernet domains. Use Value: Deterministic dual-core execution ensures cycle-accurate response to motion control interrupts while maintaining sub-microsecond PTP sync accuracy. |
Use Scenario: Baseband processing and backhaul interface in LTE femtocells and 5G NR pico base stations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control-plane processor managing radio resource allocation, OAM, and fronthaul timing distribution via eTSEC and SerDes. Use Value: QUICC Engine handles CPRI-like TDM framing and eTSEC provides precise 1588 timing for distributed antenna system synchronization. |
| Secure Network Appliance | Ruggedized Communications Router |
|
Use Scenario: Firewall/NAT gateway deployed in critical infrastructure with mandatory FIPS 140-2 cryptographic validation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing Linux-based security stack with hardware crypto acceleration and secure boot chain. Use Value: Integrated security engine meets FIPS 140-2 Level 3 requirements for AES-256, RSA-2048, and TRNG entropy sourcing without external modules. |
Use Scenario: Mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) router in defense vehicles requiring MIL-STD-810G environmental resilience. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability routing engine with triple Ethernet redundancy, watchdog-managed failover, and extended temperature operation. Use Value: Industrial temperature rating (–40°C to 125°C) and BGA package with enhanced thermal dissipation enable conduction-cooled chassis integration. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-core communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPC8548EVRAGDB | Single e500 core, 1.33 GHz, no QUICC Engine, no IEEE 1588 hardware timestamping | Higher single-thread throughput but lacks multi-protocol offload and precision timing for PTP-aware systems | Select when raw MIPS/Watt matters more than protocol offload or sub-microsecond time sync |
| LS1023ASE7MQB | ARM Cortex-A7 dual-core, 1.2 GHz, integrated DPAA, no QUICC Engine, IEEE 1588 supported in software | Linux ecosystem advantage and DPAA acceleration, but lacks hardware 1588 timestamping and legacy TDM/HDLC support | Select for new ARM-based designs requiring long-term roadmap support and virtualization readiness |
Compared with MPC8548EVRAGDB and LS1023ASE7MQB, the P1021NSE2DFB uniquely delivers hardware-accelerated IEEE 1588 timestamping across three Ethernet ports plus QUICC Engine-based TDM/HDLC offload - making it irreplaceable for legacy telecom and deterministic industrial protocols requiring cycle-accurate timing and dedicated coprocessing.
Availability
P1021NSE2DFB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial Ethernet gateways, carrier-grade small cell controllers, secure network appliances, ruggedized communications routers, and telecom infrastructure requiring stable component supply over extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for P1021NSE2DFB 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
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with deep heritage in Power Architecture and communications processors.
The P1021NSE2DFB belongs to the QorIQ P1 series - designed specifically for cost-sensitive, power-efficient control-plane processing in telecom edge devices, industrial gateways, and secure networking equipment requiring deterministic real-time performance and hardware-assisted protocol offload.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 data rate supported by the P1021NSE2DFB?
The P1021NSE2DFB supports DDR3-1333 (667 MHz) operation with 32-bit bus width and ECC. Its DDR controller implements programmable timing parameters including tRCD, tRP, and tRFC to ensure reliable operation across industrial temperature ranges. The P1021NSE2DFB achieves peak theoretical bandwidth of 10.6 GB/s under optimal conditions.
Does the P1021NSE2DFB support PCIe Gen2?
No, the P1021NSE2DFB supports only PCIe Gen1 (2.5 Gbps per lane) across its two PCIe interfaces. Its SerDes lanes operate up to 2.5 GHz and lack Gen2 equalization or 5.0 GT/s encoding. For PCIe Gen2 compatibility, designers must select later QorIQ families such as the T-series or LS-series processors.
How many independent IEEE 1588 clocks does the P1021NSE2DFB provide?
The P1021NSE2DFB provides one dedicated IEEE 1588 reference clock input (TSEC_1588_CLK_IN) and two independent hardware timestamped outputs (TSEC_1588_CLK_OUT and TSEC_1588_ALARM_OUT1/2), enabling simultaneous grandmaster and boundary clock operation across its three eTSECs. All timestamp registers are synchronized to the same internal 125 MHz timebase.
Can the QUICC Engine in the P1021NSE2DFB handle Gigabit Ethernet MAC functions?
Yes - the QUICC Engine block in the P1021NSE2DFB supports full Gigabit Ethernet MAC functionality including frame assembly/disassembly, CRC generation/checking, pause frame handling, and VLAN tagging. It operates independently of the e500 cores and can manage one eTSEC port concurrently while freeing main CPU resources.
What is the function of the CFG_DRAM_TYPE pin on the P1021NSE2DFB?
The CFG_DRAM_TYPE pin (AF27) is a strapping pin sampled at reset to configure the DDR controller for DDR2 or DDR3 mode. When pulled low, it selects DDR2; when pulled high, it selects DDR3. This configuration is latched at power-on and cannot be changed dynamically during runtime - it determines register mapping and timing parameter sets used by the memory controller.
P1021NSE2DFB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 689-BBGA Exposed Pad
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e500v2
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 533MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Communications; QUICC Engine, Security; SEC 3.3
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR2, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (3)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 125°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Cryptography, Random Number Generator
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 689-TEPBGA II (31x31)
- Additional Interfaces:
- DUART, I2C, MMC/SD, PCI, SPI
P1021NSE2DFB FAQ
1.How can I place an order for P1021NSE2DFB through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for P1021NSE2DFB on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for P1021NSE2DFB reliable?
The price and inventory of P1021NSE2DFB are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for P1021NSE2DFB is usually 5 days.
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for P1021NSE2DFB?
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6.How does Aetrix verify that P1021NSE2DFB is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All P1021NSE2DFB products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that P1021NSE2DFB meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of P1021NSE2DFB?
All P1021NSE2DFB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with P1021NSE2DFB, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The P1021NSE2DFB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for P1021NSE2DFB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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