MPC8358CVRAGDDA

The MPC8358CVRAGDDA is a PowerQUICC II Pro communications microprocessor featuring a single 32-bit PowerPC e300 core running at 400 MHz. It is designed as a highly integrated communications processor for embedded networking and telecommunications applications.

Targeted use cases include networking, wireless infrastructure and telecom equipment where control-plane and data-plane functions are required. The device delivers higher CPU performance and expanded interface functionality in a compact 668‑pin PBGA package while supporting industrial temperature operation.

Key Features

• Core: Single PowerPC e300 core, 32‑bit, operating at 400 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Communications Offload: Integrated communications co-processors including a QUICC Engine to accelerate protocol handling and packet processing.
• Memory Controllers: On-chip support for DDR and DDR2 SDRAM to accommodate system memory architectures.
• Ethernet: UCC three‑speed Ethernet controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps operation (1 port).
• USB and Serial: USB 1.x interface (1) plus DUART and multiple UART/serial peripherals as documented in the device reference material.
• Peripheral Set: Integrated controllers and interfaces including PCI, I2C, JTAG, SPI, timers and GPIO as specified in the product documentation.
• Security: Built‑in cryptography support and a hardware random number generator for secure functions.
• Package and Mounting: 668‑pin PBGA with exposed pad; supplier package listed as 668‑PBGA‑PGE (29×29). Surface‑mount package suitable for compact designs.
• Industrial Qualification & Temperature Range: Industrial qualification with operating temperature from −40 °C to 105 °C.
• Compliance: RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• DSLAMs and Broadband Access: Used to implement control and data-plane functions in next‑generation DSLAMs and access equipment.
• Base Station Network Interface Cards: Suited for network interface cards in 3G base stations (Node Bs) where deterministic processing and communications offload are required.
• Routers and Switches: Provides integrated Ethernet and protocol acceleration for routing, switching and edge devices.
• Media Gateways and IADs: Supports media gateway and high‑end integrated access device designs with combined control and data handling.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications processor: QUICC Engine plus a broad peripheral set reduces external components and simplifies BOM for networking systems.
• Deterministic embedded performance: 400 MHz PowerPC e300 core delivers consistent processing for control‑plane and data‑plane tasks.
• Flexible memory support: DDR and DDR2 controllers enable scalable system memory configurations for varying throughput needs.
• Industrial robustness: Qualified for industrial temperature operation (−40 °C to 105 °C) for deployment in demanding environments.
• Security building blocks: On‑chip cryptography and hardware RNG facilitate secure communications and system integrity.
• Compact packaging: 668‑pin PBGA with exposed pad (29×29) provides a high‑density footprint for space‑constrained board designs.

Why Choose MPC8358CVRAGDDA?

The MPC8358CVRAGDDA positions itself as a purpose‑built communications processor combining a PowerPC e300 core with an integrated QUICC Engine and a comprehensive set of interfaces. Its mix of processing, memory controller support and three‑speed Ethernet makes it suitable for embedded networking and telecommunications designs that require both control‑plane intelligence and data‑plane throughput.

Backed by detailed hardware specifications and family reference documentation, this industrial‑qualified device offers a scalable platform for OEMs developing DSLAMs, base station interfaces, routers, media gateways and similar systems where integration, reliability and long‑term documentation are important.

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