LS2084ASE7V17B

Microprocessors Overview

The LS2084ASE7V17B is a QorIQ SoC featuring eight Arm Cortex-A72 cores in four clusters, each with a shared 1 MB L2 cache. It includes a 1 MB platform cache with ECC, two 64-bit DDR4 controllers supporting up to 2.1 GT/s, and sixteen SerDes lanes operating at up to 10.3125 GHz. The device integrates DPAA2 for packet processing, including WRIOP, QBMan, SEC 5.2 cryptography acceleration up to 20 Gbps, PME 2.0 RegEx up to 10 Gbps, and DCE 1.0 compression up to 20 Gbps. It provides eight 10 Gbps Ethernet MACs, sixteen 1/2.5 Gbps MACs, four PCIe 3.0 controllers, two SATA 3.0 controllers, and two USB 3.0 controllers.

Microprocessors Feature Summary

• Integrates eight Arm Cortex-A72 processors with hierarchical interconnect and dedicated datapath acceleration architecture.
• Provides extensive high-speed serial connectivity via sixteen SerDes lanes and multiple peripheral interfaces including PCIe, SATA, and USB.
• Includes hardware security features such as TrustZone support, service processor for secure boot, and integrated flash controller.

Microprocessors Applications

• Routers and switches
• Gateways
• Wireless infrastructure
• Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS)
• Vehicle management servers

Microprocessors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix SE7V17B against NXP official documentation to confirm package type, temperature grade, and binning details. Ensure compatibility with automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 3 requirements if applicable, noting potential speed limitations at higher junction temperatures. Confirm pinout alignment with the 1292-ball FC-PBGA layout provided in the datasheet.

Microprocessors Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring high-performance network processing combined with general-purpose computing. The integration of DPAA2 accelerators reduces CPU load for packet handling. Consider the eight-core configuration for complex control plane tasks alongside data plane operations. Evaluate thermal design for sustained operation at maximum frequencies.

Microprocessors Part Context

This part belongs to the NXP QorIQ LS2084A family, designed for networking and telecom infrastructure. It shares architectural similarities with the LS2044A but offers double the core count. The device targets high-throughput environments requiring low-latency packet processing and robust security features for embedded systems.

Microprocessors Replacement Considerations

LS2044A: Offers similar architecture with four cores instead of eight. Verify software compatibility and performance requirements before substitution.

Microprocessors FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency for the DDR4 memory controllers?

The DDR4 SDRAM memory controllers support data rates up to 2.1 GT/s.

Does the LS2084A support hardware virtualization?

Yes, the device supports hardware virtualization and partitioning enforcement.