T1042NXE7WQB

Microprocessors Overview

The T1042NXE7WQB is a QorIQ T1 series microprocessor featuring four PowerPC e5500 cores operating at up to 1.4 GHz with 64-bit ISA support. It utilizes a 780-FCPBGA package and includes a 256 KB backside L2 cache. The device integrates eight SerDes lanes supporting speeds up to 5 Gbps, five Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, two SATA controllers, and two USB 2.0 controllers. Memory control supports DDR3L/4 SDRAM up to 1600 MT/s with ECC.

Microprocessors Feature Summary

• Integrates Data Path Acceleration Architecture (DPAA) for hardware-accelerated packet parsing, classification, queue management, and buffer allocation.
• Provides integrated security acceleration including signature detection, secure boot, cryptography, and tamper detection capabilities.
• Features the CoreNet platform cache and hierarchical interconnect fabric supporting coherent and non-coherent transactions with prioritization.

Microprocessors Applications

• Network infrastructure equipment
• Telecommunications systems
• Industrial networking applications

Microprocessors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official NXP documentation to confirm pinout and thermal specifications. Ensure compatibility with required memory types and interface configurations before procurement. Cross-reference the component marking with the datasheet to prevent counterfeit substitution.

Microprocessors Selection Notes

Select this model for high-performance communication processing requiring multiple high-speed serial lanes and hardware data path acceleration. Consider the four-core configuration and 1.4 GHz frequency for demanding network workloads. Evaluate the 780-ball BGA package constraints for PCB layout and thermal management requirements.

Microprocessors Part Context

This component belongs to the NXP QorIQ T1042/T1022 multicore communications processor family. It shares architectural similarities with the T1040/T1020 and T1024/T1013 series, offering scalable performance across single, dual, and quad-core variants within the same platform ecosystem.

Microprocessors Replacement Considerations

Consult official NXP documentation for verified substitute part numbers. Pin-compatible alternatives within the T-series may exist but require validation of core count and interface availability.