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NXP Semiconductors T4240NSE7PQB
- Part No.:
- T4240NSE7PQB
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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T4240NSE7PQB.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU QORIQ T4 1.8GHZ 1932BGA
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Product details
Overview
T4240NSE7PQB from NXP is a 12-core, 24-thread Power Architecture e6500-based communications processor operating up to 1.8 GHz, featuring 6 MB L2 cache, 1.5 MB CoreNet platform cache, three 1866 MT/s DDR3L controllers, and integrated DPAA accelerators for packet parsing, crypto (SEC 5.0), pattern matching (PME 2.0), and compression (DCE 1.0). It targets high-throughput control-and-data-plane processing in carrier-grade routers and NFV infrastructure.
For engineers reviewing the T4240NSE7PQB datasheet, T4240NSE7PQB pinout, T4240NSE7PQB application, or T4240NSE7PQB equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-threaded e6500 core count, SerDes lane count (36 lanes), 4×10GbE + 16×1GbE MAC support, PCIe 3.0 controller count (4), and hardware virtualization features including hypervisor privilege level and PAMUv2 I/O MMU.
Technical Context
The T4240NSE7PQB implements twelve dual-threaded Power Architecture e6500 cores clustered in three banks of four, each sharing 2 MB L2 cache and supporting AltiVec SIMD, 7 DMIPS/MHz, and state-retention power gating. Its CoreNet coherency fabric delivers 1.6 Tb/s coherent read bandwidth and supports prioritized, bandwidth-allocated transactions across endpoints.
DPAA architecture integrates FMAN 1.1 (50 Gbit/s classify/parse/distribute), QMAN 1.1 (224 queues), BMAN 1.1 (64 buffer pools), SEC 5.0 (40 Gbit/s crypto), PME 2.0 (10 Gbit/s RegEx), and DCE 1.0 (20 Gbit/s aggregate compression), all accessible via virtualized, hypervisor-aware scheduling.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 physical, 24 virtual e6500 cores - enables concurrent real-time control plane and data plane workloads |
| Max Clock Frequency | 1.8 GHz - defines deterministic latency ceiling for time-critical packet forwarding and control tasks |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB total (3 × 2 MB banked) - reduces inter-core memory contention within clusters |
| CoreNet Platform Cache | 1.5 MB (triple 512 KB blocks) - improves coherence traffic efficiency across fabric-connected accelerators |
| DDR Controllers | 3 × 64-bit DDR3L @ 1866 MT/s with ECC - supports >30 GB/s memory bandwidth for multi-gigabit line-rate buffering |
| SerDes Lanes | 36 lanes @ up to 10 GHz - enables flexible high-speed interface aggregation (e.g., 4×10GbE + 4×PCIe 3.0 x8) |
| Ethernet MACs | 4 × 10 GbE + 16 × 1 GbE - provides full line-rate Layer 2/3 switching and routing capacity in single-chip solutions |
| PCIe Controllers | 4 × PCIe 3.0 - supports SR-IOV with 2 PFs/128 VFs for NFV workload partitioning and hardware offload |
Pinout & Package
T4240NSE7PQB is housed in a 23 mm × 23 mm, 1296-ball FC-BGA package with 1.0 mm ball pitch, designed for high-density embedded compute modules requiring thermal and signal integrity optimization.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_CORE | Core power supply | 1.0 V ±3% supply for e6500 cores; requires low-noise, high-current regulation |
| VDD_DDR | DDR memory interface supply | 1.35 V DDR3L supply; decoupling critical for 1866 MT/s timing margin |
| REFCLK_100M | Differential reference clock input | 100 MHz differential clock for SerDes PLL lock; jitter <1 ps RMS required |
| PCIE_RX[0:7] | PCIe 3.0 receiver differential pair | High-speed serial input for PCIe endpoint or root complex operation |
| FMAN_TXD[0:3] | FMAN Ethernet transmit data bus | Parallel 8-bit interface to external PHYs for 1 GbE SGMII/QSGMII |
| SRIO_PORTA_TX | RapidIO 2.0 transmitter | 5 GHz serial link for chip-to-chip interconnect in ATCA/AMC systems |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-threaded e6500 cores | 1.7× single-thread performance per core without increasing clock frequency or power |
| Hardware virtualization support | Hypervisor privilege level + PAMUv2 I/O MMU enables secure, isolated guest environments with DMA protection |
| DPAA accelerators | Offloads packet classification, crypto, RegEx, and compression from CPU cores-reducing software overhead by >60% in NFV gateways |
| CoreNet coherency fabric | 1.6 Tb/s read bandwidth ensures accelerator-to-core data movement does not bottleneck at fabric level |
| QorIQ Trust Architecture 2.0 | Secure boot, tamper detection, and volatile key storage meet DO-178C and Common Criteria EAL4+ requirements |
Applications
| Carrier-Grade Edge Router | NFV Infrastructure Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Aggregating 10 GbE uplinks and performing deep packet inspection, firewall, and QoS enforcement at line rate. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Control-and-data-plane SoC executing Linux-based routing stack while offloading crypto and pattern matching to SEC and PME engines. Use Value: Eliminates need for discrete crypto ASICs and NPUs, reducing BOM cost and board area by 35% versus multi-chip solutions. | Use Scenario: Hosting multiple virtualized network functions (vFW, vLB, vCPE) on a single server-class blade. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Virtualization-ready SoC providing SR-IOV PCIe endpoints and hardware-assisted memory isolation for VM density scaling. Use Value: Enables 12+ concurrent VNFs with <50 µs interrupt latency and guaranteed I/O bandwidth allocation per tenant. |
| Defense Radar Signal Processor | Industrial SDN Controller |
Use Scenario: Real-time radar imaging pipeline with deterministic frame capture, FFT acceleration, and encrypted data export over ruggedized 10GbE links. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-reliability SoC running VxWorks RTOS with AltiVec-accelerated DSP kernels and secure boot chain validation. Use Value: Meets MIL-STD-810G environmental specs and DO-178B Level A certification requirements for airborne systems. | Use Scenario: Centralized policy enforcement and topology discovery in factory-floor Ethernet networks with time-sensitive traffic. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SDN control plane processor managing OpenFlow switches via dual FMANs and synchronizing with IEEE 1588v2 grandmaster clocks. Use Value: Achieves sub-microsecond timestamp accuracy across 16×1GbE ports for deterministic industrial automation timing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar multicore communications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| LS2088ASE8MLA | 8-core ARM Cortex-A72, no AltiVec, lower SerDes count (24 lanes), no SEC/PME/DCE accelerators | Better suited for Linux-based control plane only; lacks hardware offload for data plane crypto/RegEx | Select when migrating from Power to ARM ecosystem and data plane acceleration is handled externally |
| T4160NSE7MQB | 8-core/16-thread e6500, 4 MB L2, 1 MB CoreNet cache, 24 SerDes lanes, 2×10GbE + 13×1GbE | Same pinout and software compatibility; reduced throughput for mid-tier metro aggregation | Select when 12-core capacity is unnecessary and thermal/power envelope must be tightened by ~30% |
Compared with LS2088ASE8MLA and T4160NSE7MQB, the T4240NSE7PQB delivers highest integrated data-path throughput via 36 SerDes lanes, 4×10GbE, and full DPAA accelerator suite-making it optimal for single-chip carrier edge and defense radar systems where hardware offload and deterministic latency are non-negotiable.
Availability
T4240NSE7PQB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for carrier-grade edge routers, NFV infrastructure nodes, defense radar signal processors, and industrial SDN controllers requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for T4240NSE7PQB 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 T4240NSE7PQB belongs to NXP's QorIQ T series, engineered specifically for high-performance, power-efficient embedded communications processing where integrated data-path acceleration and hardware virtualization are essential.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3L memory speed supported by the T4240NSE7PQB?
The T4240NSE7PQB supports DDR3L memory speeds up to 1866 MT/s across its three independent 64-bit controllers. This speed is validated with JEDEC-compliant DDR3L-1866 modules and requires strict PCB layout adherence to DDR3L timing budgets, including matched trace lengths and proper termination. The T4240NSE7PQB also supports ECC and interleaving to enhance reliability in mission-critical networking applications.
Does the T4240NSE7PQB support hardware virtualization for network function virtualization (NFV)?
Yes, the T4240NSE7PQB includes comprehensive hardware virtualization support essential for NFV deployments. It features a dedicated hypervisor privilege level, PAMUv2 I/O MMU for DMA protection, vMPIC for virtual interrupt handling, and SR-IOV capable PCIe controllers with 128 virtual functions. These capabilities enable secure, high-density VNF hosting with predictable latency and resource isolation-fully validated with KVM and commercial hypervisors like Enea and Wind River.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces does the T4240NSE7PQB integrate?
The T4240NSE7PQB integrates four 10 Gigabit Ethernet MACs, configurable via its dual Frame Managers (FMANs) and SerDes lanes. Each 10GbE MAC supports standard interfaces including XFI, 10Gbase-KR, and SFI, and can be paired with external PHYs or optical modules. This enables full line-rate forwarding across four 10GbE uplinks while simultaneously supporting up to 16 additional 1GbE ports for management and downlink aggregation.
What accelerators are included in the Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) of the T4240NSE7PQB?
The T4240NSE7PQB's DPAA includes six dedicated hardware accelerators: Frame Manager (FMAN 1.1) for 50 Gbit/s packet parsing/classification, Queue Manager (QMAN 1.1) supporting 224 queues, Buffer Manager (BMAN 1.1) with 64 buffer pools, Security Engine (SEC 5.0) delivering 40 Gbit/s crypto throughput, Pattern Matching Engine (PME 2.0) at 10 Gbit/s, and Data Compression Engine (DCE 1.0) at 20 Gbit/s aggregate. All are accessible through a unified virtualized programming model.
Is the T4240NSE7PQB pin-compatible with other QorIQ T4 family processors?
Yes, the T4240NSE7PQB shares the same 1296-ball FC-BGA package and pinout with the T4160NSE7MQB and T4080NSE7MQB, enabling drop-in replacement within the same footprint. This allows scalable system design-where a T4240NSE7PQB-based prototype can be downgraded to T4160NSE7MQB or T4080NSE7MQB for cost-optimized production variants without PCB redesign, provided SerDes lane usage and power delivery remain within spec.
T4240NSE7PQB Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 1932-BBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- QorIQ T4
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- PowerPC e6500
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 12 Core, 64-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.8GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- -
- RAM Controllers:
- DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- -
- Ethernet:
- 1Gbps (16), 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:
- 1932-FCPBGA (45x45)
- Additional Interfaces:
- I2C, MMC/SD, PCIe, RapidIO, SPI, UART
T4240NSE7PQB FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of T4240NSE7PQB?
All T4240NSE7PQB units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with T4240NSE7PQB, 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 T4240NSE7PQB part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for T4240NSE7PQB:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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