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NXP Semiconductors T2080NSN8TTB
- Part No.:
- T2080NSN8TTB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
T2080NSN8TTB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T2 1.8GHZ 896FCPBGA
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Product details
Overview
T2080NSN8TTB from NXP is a QorIQ T2080 communications processor featuring four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture cores running at up to 1.8 GHz, 2 MB shared L2 cache, 64-bit DDR3/3L memory controller (2133 MT/s), integrated DPAA with FMAN/QMAN/BMAN accelerators, and 16-lane 10 GHz SerDes. It serves as a control-and-data-plane processor in enterprise switches and service provider routers.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NSN8TTB datasheet, T2080NSN8TTB pinout, T2080NSN8TTB application, or T2080NSN8TTB equivalent, key selection criteria include virtualization support (hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2), hardware-accelerated crypto (SEC) and packet processing (FMAN), SerDes lane count (16 vs. T2081's 8), and dual 10 GbE MAC support with XFI/XAUI/HiGig.
Technical Context
The T2080NSN8TTB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric with 512 KB platform cache and hierarchical bandwidth allocation across endpoints. Its DPAA infrastructure includes dedicated hardware blocks: FMAN for header parsing and classification at up to 24 Gb/s, QMAN for multi-level queue scheduling across 224 queues, and BMAN for buffer pool management across 64 pools.
It integrates SEC 5.2 for cryptography acceleration up to 10 Gb/s (AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, RSA), DCE 1.0 for compression/decompression up to 17.5 Gb/s, and PME 2.1 for pattern matching at 10 Gb/s. The processor supports SR-IOV, RMan-based chip-to-chip interconnect (T2080 only), and two SATA 2.0 controllers - features absent in the T2081 variant.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| e6500 Core Count | Four dual-threaded 64-bit cores; delivers 8 virtual threads with 1.7× single-thread performance and hybrid 32/64-bit mode for legacy software compatibility. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz; enables high-throughput control plane execution while maintaining low-latency seven-stage pipeline for branch-intensive workloads. |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB banked, shared among all cores; reduces inter-core latency and improves code/data sharing efficiency in virtualized environments. |
| Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3/3L up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit ECC; supports error detection/correction critical for telecom and industrial control applications. |
| SerDes Lanes | 16 lanes configurable up to 10 GHz; enables four 10 GbE interfaces (XFI/XAUI/HiGig), two PCIe Gen3, two PCIe Gen2, and two SATA 2.0 links simultaneously. |
| DPAA Acceleration | FMAN (24 Gb/s parsing/classification), QMAN (224 queues), BMAN (64 buffer pools), SEC (10 Gb/s crypto), DCE (17.5 Gb/s compression); offloads networking stack from CPU cores. |
| Virtualization Support | Hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU, vMPIC, vDMA, and DPAA Ethernet MAC/accelerator virtualization; enables safe co-location of control and data plane VMs. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin FC-BGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10, B1–B10, etc. (all 896 pins) | Ball-grid array signal/power/ground terminals | Configurable I/O banks supporting DDR3, PCIe, SerDes, SATA, USB, I²C, UART, SPI, GPIO, and JTAG; pin assignment defined in T2080FS REV 2 package drawing. |
| VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, VDD_IO | Power supply inputs | Dedicated voltage domains for DDR3 interface (1.35/1.5 V), core logic (0.8–1.1 V), and I/O banks (1.0/1.5/1.8/2.5/3.3 V); require independent regulation and sequencing per datasheet. |
| GND | Ground reference | Multiple ground balls distributed across package per power integrity guidelines; essential for signal integrity in high-speed SerDes and DDR3 interfaces. |
| JTAG_TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO/TRST | Debug interface | IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary scan and real-time debug access; required for boot validation, firmware update, and post-silicon diagnostics. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware-assisted virtualization | Enables concurrent deployment of Linux containers and KVM hypervisor with strict I/O isolation via PAMU v2 and vMPIC, reducing software overhead in mixed-criticality systems. |
| Integrated DPAA | Offloads packet forwarding, classification, and crypto operations from CPU cores, enabling deterministic latency for control plane tasks while sustaining 24 Gb/s data path throughput. |
| SEC 5.2 cryptography engine | Accelerates AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, and RSA up to 10 Gb/s, eliminating software bottlenecks in IPsec and TLS termination without external security chips. |
| CoreNet coherent fabric | Provides cache-coherent communication between CPU cores, accelerators, and peripherals with prioritized bandwidth allocation-critical for real-time response in router control planes. |
| SR-IOV and RMan support | Allows direct device assignment to VMs and chip-to-chip messaging over Serial RapidIO, enabling scalable multi-processor systems in carrier-grade edge routers. |
Applications
| Enterprise Switching | Service Provider Edge Router |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Layer 3 Ethernet switch with 4×10GbE uplinks and 48×1GbE downlinks handling ACL, QoS, and routing protocols. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control-and-data-plane processor managing switching fabric, protocol stacks, and hardware offload via DPAA. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate control CPU and network processor; 2 MB L2 cache and CoreNet fabric reduce packet processing latency by >30% versus discrete solutions. | Use Scenario: Carrier-class edge router aggregating broadband access traffic with deep packet inspection and encrypted tunneling. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane host running routing daemons while accelerating crypto (SEC) and DPI (PME) in hardware. Use Value: Sustains 10 Gb/s IPsec throughput and 10 Gb/s pattern matching without CPU saturation, enabling single-chip CPE/routing convergence. |
| Wireless Baseband Control | Industrial Secure Gateway |
Use Scenario: LTE eNodeB control card managing radio resource allocation, backhaul encryption, and OAM functions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time control processor executing RRC and S1AP stacks while offloading SAE-GW crypto and user-plane packet classification. Use Value: Dual 10 GbE + eight 1 GbE interfaces support split architecture (CU/DU), and SEC 5.2 meets 3GPP TS 33.401 security requirements. | Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted gateway connecting OT networks (Modbus, PROFINET) to IT cloud with TLS/DTLS and secure boot. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Trusted execution environment host leveraging QorIQ Trust Architecture (tamper detection, volatile key storage, alternate image revocation). Use Value: Hardware-enforced secure boot and runtime attestation meet IEC 62443-3-3 SL2 requirements without external TPM. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NSN8TTB | 780-pin FC-BGA, 8 SerDes lanes, no SATA, no RMan, no SR-IOV, 7×1 GbE MACs (vs. 8), 2×10 GbE MACs (vs. 4) | Targeted at cost-sensitive, space-constrained designs where full T2080 feature set is unnecessary; pin-compatible with T1042 for board reuse. | Select when SerDes bandwidth, SATA, or chip-to-chip interconnect are not required; lower power and price than T2080NSN8TTB. |
| T4240NXN8TTB | 24 dual-threaded e6500 cores, 36 MB L3 cache, 40-lane SerDes, dual 40 GbE, higher TDP (135 W vs. 25 W), larger 40×40 mm package | Flagship control-and-data-plane processor for core routers and high-end firewalls requiring maximum throughput and scalability. | Select when >24 Gb/s packet processing, 40 GbE, or >8 virtual cores are mandatory; requires enhanced thermal and power delivery design. |
Compared with T2081NSN8TTB and T4240NXN8TTB, the T2080NSN8TTB uniquely balances mid-range performance (8 virtual cores, 16 SerDes lanes, 4×10 GbE) with low-power operation (25 W typical) and full DPAA/SEC/RMan feature set-making it optimal for edge infrastructure where cost, power, and integration density are jointly constrained.
Availability
T2080NSN8TTB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise switching, service provider edge routing, and wireless infrastructure applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and traceable sourcing.
Supply support for T2080NSN8TTB 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 company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and communications markets.
The QorIQ T series targets high-performance, power-efficient communications processors for control-and-data-plane integration in networking equipment, with the T2080NSN8TTB designed specifically for mid-range edge infrastructure demanding virtualization, hardware acceleration, and SerDes flexibility.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 data rate supported by the T2080NSN8TTB?
The T2080NSN8TTB supports DDR3/3L SDRAM up to 2133 MT/s with 72-bit bus width including ECC. This enables high-bandwidth memory access for packet buffering and control plane data structures while maintaining error resilience required in carrier-grade systems. The memory controller complies with JEDEC DDR3L standards and supports programmable timing parameters for optimization across temperature and voltage ranges. T2080NSN8TTB achieves this rate using on-die termination and calibrated read/write leveling.
Does the T2080NSN8TTB support hardware virtualization for real-time operating systems?
Yes, the T2080NSN8TTB includes hardware-assisted virtualization features essential for RTOS coexistence: hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 for I/O memory management, vMPIC for virtualized interrupt handling, and vDMA for user-level data movement. These allow deterministic partitioning of CPU resources and peripheral access between RTOS instances and Linux guests. T2080NSN8TTB has been validated with NXP's hypervisor and Linux SDK for time-sensitive control plane tasks alongside data plane acceleration.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces can the T2080NSN8TTB support simultaneously?
The T2080NSN8TTB supports up to four 10 Gb/s MACs with XFI, XAUI, and HiGig+ interfaces, enabled through its 16-lane SerDes block. All four can operate concurrently when SerDes lanes are allocated accordingly-for example, two lanes per XFI port and four lanes per XAUI port. This capability is confirmed in the T2080FS REV 2 datasheet and demonstrated on the T2080RDB reference design. T2080NSN8TTB does not require external PHYs for XFI operation.
Is the T2080NSN8TTB pin-compatible with any other QorIQ processors?
No, the T2080NSN8TTB is not pin-compatible with other QorIQ processors. It uses a unique 896-pin FC-BGA package (25×25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) distinct from the T2081 (780-pin), T1042 (780-pin), or T4240 (1836-pin). While the T2081 shares the same pinout as the T1042, the T2080NSN8TTB requires its own PCB layout. Migration paths exist at the software and ecosystem level-not mechanical or electrical pinout level.
What security features are implemented in hardware on the T2080NSN8TTB?
The T2080NSN8TTB integrates QorIQ Trust Architecture with tamper detection sensors, secure boot from encrypted flash, secure debug lockdown, volatile key storage, and alternate image/key revocation. Its SEC 5.2 engine performs AES-128/256, SHA-1/256, and RSA acceleration up to 10 Gb/s. These features are silicon-verified and documented in the T2080FS REV 2 security chapter. T2080NSN8TTB meets Common Criteria EAL4+ requirements for secure boot and runtime integrity verification.
T2080NSN8TTB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 896-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T2
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 4 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.8GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- -
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (8), 2.5Gbps (4), 10Gbps (4)
- SATA:
- SATA 3Gbps (2)
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- Boot Security, Cryptography, Secure Fusebox, Secure Debug, Tamper Detection, Volatile key Storage
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 896-FCPBGA (25x25)
- Additional Interfaces:
- -
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T2080NSN8TTB?
All T2080NSN8TTB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T2080NSN8TTB, 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 T2080NSN8TTB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T2080NSN8TTB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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