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NXP Semiconductors T2080NXN7MQB
- Part No.:
- T2080NXN7MQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- NI-1230-4LS2L
- Datasheet:
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T2080NXN7MQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T2 1.8GHZ NI1230
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Product details
Overview
T2080NXN7MQB from NXP is a 28 nm QorIQ communications processor featuring four dual-threaded 64-bit e6500 Power Architecture® cores running at up to 1.8 GHz, 2 MB shared L2 cache, integrated DPAA with FMAN/QMAN/BMAN accelerators, and 16-lane 10 GHz SerDes. It delivers up to 224 queues, 10 Gb/s crypto acceleration (SEC), and supports hardware virtualization for control/data plane partitioning in enterprise routers and industrial SBCs.
For engineers reviewing the T2080NXN7MQB datasheet, T2080NXN7MQB pinout, T2080NXN7MQB application, or T2080NXN7MQB equivalent, key selection criteria include DDR3/3L memory controller (64-bit, 2133 MT/s), PCIe Gen3×2 + Gen2×2 support, eight 1 Gb/s MACs, two SATA 2.0 controllers, and T2080-specific features including RMAN, tamper detection, and dual Serial RapidIO 2.1 ports.
Technical Context
The T2080NXN7MQB implements a coherent CoreNet interconnect fabric enabling prioritized, bandwidth-allocated transactions between four e6500 cores, 512 KB platform cache with prefetch, and distributed accelerators. Its DPAA infrastructure tightly couples FMAN (packet parsing/classification), QMAN (224-queue scheduling), and BMAN (64-buffer-pool management) to offload networking data paths.
Hardware virtualization is implemented via hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU with paging, vMPIC/vDMA, and SR-IOV-capable PCIe controllers - enabling safe co-location of Linux containers and KVM guests with isolated I/O buffer access and DMA protection across guest environments.
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 migration. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz; achieved with seven-stage pipeline for low-latency control-plane branch response in routing and security applications. |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB banked, shared backside cache; enables efficient code/data sharing across all four cores with low-latency access. |
| Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3/3L controller supporting 2133 MT/s with 72-bit width including ECC; ensures reliable high-bandwidth access for multi-gigabit packet buffering. |
| DPAA Acceleration | FMAN parses/classifies at 24 Gb/s; SEC crypto at 10 Gb/s; DCE compression/decompression at 17.5 Gb/s; PME pattern matching at 10 Gb/s. |
| High-Speed I/O | 16-lane SerDes (up to 10 GHz); 2× PCIe Gen3 + 2× PCIe Gen2; 2× Serial RapidIO 2.1 (5 GHz); 2× SATA 2.0; 8× 1 Gb/s MACs. |
| Security Features | Secure boot, secure debug, tamper detection, volatile key storage, alternate image revocation - all part of QorIQ Trust Architecture. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 25 mm × 25 mm, 896-pin PBGA, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A1–A10, B1–B10, etc. (all 896 pins) | DDR3/3L interface, SerDes lanes, PCIe/SRIO/SATA/USB/I²C/UART/SDXC signals, power/ground | Pin mapping follows NXP reference layout T2080RDB; full pinout defined in T2080FS REV 2 document, Table 3-1 (Ball Map) and Section 3.2 (Signal Descriptions). |
| VDD_DDR, VDD_CORE, VDD_IO, etc. | Power supply domains | Dedicated voltage rails with strict sequencing (VDD_DDR powered before VDD_CORE); requires external PMIC or discrete regulator coordination per Section 4.1 of datasheet. |
| RESET_REQ, POR_B, JTAG_TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | System reset, power-on reset, debug interface | Asynchronous active-low RESET_REQ initiates full chip reset; JTAG supports boundary scan, core debug, and secure debug with authentication. |
| CLKIN, CLKOUT | Reference clock input/output | CLKIN accepts 100 MHz differential input for system timing; CLKOUT provides buffered clock for SerDes PLL synchronization. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| CoreNet Coherent Fabric | Enables deterministic, prioritized communication between CPU cores, accelerators, and memory controllers without software arbitration overhead. |
| DPAA with FMAN/QMAN/BMAN | Offloads packet I/O processing from CPU cores - FMAN handles header parsing at line rate, QMAN maintains strict packet ordering across 224 queues, BMAN eliminates dynamic buffer allocation latency. |
| Hardware Virtualization Support | Provides hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU, vMPIC, and vDMA - enabling secure, low-overhead isolation of control and data plane workloads in consolidated network appliances. |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture | Integrates tamper detection, secure boot with signature verification, and volatile key storage - meeting requirements for secure boot chains in defense and UTM equipment. |
| 25×25 mm 896-pin PBGA | Standardized footprint compatible with T2080RDB reference design; supports thermal dissipation up to 17 W TDP with standard heatsink mounting. |
Applications
| Enterprise Routing | Industrial SBCs |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Modular Ethernet switches and UTM appliances requiring concurrent firewall, IPS, and routing functions on a single SoC. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated control and data plane processor executing Linux-based networking stack while offloading packet inspection and crypto to DPAA accelerators. Use Value: Eliminates need for external NPU or FPGA; 10 Gb/s SEC acceleration enables full TLS 1.3 termination at line rate without CPU saturation. | Use Scenario: Ruggedized single-board computers for factory automation with real-time determinism and long lifecycle support. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor running real-time Linux with hardware-assisted virtualization isolating safety-critical PLC logic from non-critical HMI services. Use Value: PAMU v2 and vMPIC enable certified separation between guest OSes; tamper detection satisfies IEC 62443-3-3 security requirements. |
| Wireless Backhaul | Metro Ethernet Edge |
Use Scenario: LTE base station control cards handling OAM, radio resource management, and fronthaul protocol conversion. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control plane processor managing CPRI/eCPRI interfaces and orchestrating traffic distribution across distributed units via SRIO and PCIe. Use Value: Dual Serial RapidIO 2.1 ports provide deterministic sub-microsecond latency for time-sensitive fronthaul synchronization. | Use Scenario: Carrier-grade edge routers aggregating 10G/1G Ethernet services with DCB and priority flow control. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Data path accelerator host with four 10 Gb/s MACs (XFI/KR/HiGig), FMAN classification, and QMAN egress shaping. Use Value: Hardware QoS enforces strict traffic shaping and lossless forwarding for converged data center bridging (DCB) applications. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T2081NXN7MQB | 780-pin PBGA, 23×23 mm; 8-lane SerDes; 1× PCIe Gen3 + 3× Gen2; no RMAN, SATA, or tamper detection; no Serial RapidIO. | Targeted at cost-sensitive upgrades from T1042; lacks T2080NXN7MQB's dual SRIO, SATA, and security features required for UTM or defense use. | Select T2081NXN7MQB only when board space, BOM cost, and reduced I/O count are primary constraints - not for feature parity. |
| P5020NSE7MMB | Same e6500 core family but dual-core; 1.5 GHz max; 1 MB L2; 8-lane SerDes; no DPAA FMAN; only one PCIe Gen2; no SEC crypto acceleration. | Suitable for lightweight control plane tasks (e.g., fan control, basic telemetry) but cannot replace T2080NXN7MQB in data plane or crypto-intensive roles. | Choose P5020NSE7MMB only for non-accelerated, lower-throughput control applications where T2080NXN7MQB capabilities are over-provisioned. |
Compared with T2081NXN7MQB and P5020NSE7MMB, the T2080NXN7MQB uniquely combines full DPAA acceleration, dual Serial RapidIO, tamper detection, and 16-lane SerDes - making it the only option among the three for secure, high-throughput mixed control/data plane deployments in enterprise and defense infrastructure.
Availability
T2080NXN7MQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for enterprise routing, industrial SBCs, and wireless backhaul applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing from authorized channels.
Supply support for T2080NXN7MQB 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 networking markets.
The T2080NXN7MQB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T Series communications processors, designed specifically for mid-range control and integrated control/data plane applications in enterprise, service provider, and aerospace infrastructure where performance-per-watt, hardware virtualization, and accelerated networking are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3/3L memory speed supported by the T2080NXN7MQB?
The T2080NXN7MQB supports DDR3/3L SDRAM at up to 2133 MT/s using its 64-bit memory controller with 72-bit width including ECC. This speed is achievable with appropriate signal integrity design, proper termination, and JEDEC-compliant memory modules. The controller also supports configurable read/write leveling and training sequences to ensure reliable operation across temperature and voltage variations. T2080NXN7MQB's memory subsystem is validated for use with industrial-grade DDR3L components rated for extended temperature ranges.
Does the T2080NXN7MQB include built-in cryptographic acceleration?
Yes, the T2080NXN7MQB integrates the Security Engine (SEC) version 5.2, providing hardware-accelerated cryptography at up to 10 Gb/s for AES, DES, SHA, RSA, and elliptic curve operations. This acceleration is accessible via the DPAA framework and supported by NXP Linux SDK drivers. The SEC operates independently of CPU cores, freeing them for application processing. T2080NXN7MQB's SEC is part of the QorIQ Trust Architecture and supports secure key storage and tamper-responsive key erasure.
Is the T2080NXN7MQB pin-compatible with any other QorIQ processors?
No, the T2080NXN7MQB is not pin-compatible with other QorIQ processors. It uses a unique 896-pin PBGA package (25×25 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) distinct from the T2081 (780-pin), P3041 (689-pin), or P4080 (1295-pin). While the T2081 shares functional overlap and targets similar applications, its pinout differs significantly - especially in SerDes lane assignment, PCIe controller mapping, and peripheral signal routing. Board-level reuse requires redesign for T2080NXN7MQB.
What virtualization technologies does the T2080NXN7MQB support?
The T2080NXN7MQB supports hardware-assisted virtualization including hypervisor privilege level, PAMU v2 I/O MMU with full paging support, vMPIC for virtual interrupt management, vDMA for user-level DMA, and DPAA-level virtualization for Ethernet MACs and accelerators. These features enable concurrent execution of KVM, Linux containers, and NXP's proprietary hypervisor. T2080NXN7MQB's virtualization stack is validated with NXP Linux SDK and supports guest isolation for both control and data plane workloads in consolidated network appliances.
Which development tools and software are officially supported for the T2080NXN7MQB?
NXP officially supports CodeWarrior Development Studio for Power Architecture, NXP Linux SDK (including kernel, bootloader, and DPAA drivers), VortiQa Application Software suite (AIS, open network switch/director), and the T2080RDB reference design board. Third-party tools from Enea, Green Hills, Mentor Graphics, and Wind River are also qualified. All toolchains and BSPs are validated against T2080NXN7MQB silicon revisions and documented in NXP's T2080FS REV 2 and associated application notes.
T2080NXN7MQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- NI-1230-4LS2L
- Series:
- QorIQ T2
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- 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:
- No
- 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:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Chassis Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- NI-1230-4LS2L
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, MMC/SD, PCIe, RapidIO, SPI, UART
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