MPC8358ECVRAGDGA

The MPC8358ECVRAGDGA is a PowerPC e300 microprocessor featuring a single 32‑bit core running at 400 MHz. It is a highly integrated communications processor designed for networking, wireless infrastructure, and telecommunications applications.

Built to serve both control‑plane and data‑plane functions, the device combines CPU performance with a broad set of on‑chip peripherals and subsystem interfaces to streamline system design and accelerate time‑to‑market.

Key Features

• Core Architecture  PowerPC e300 single 32‑bit core operating at 400 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Communications and Security Co‑processors  Integrated QUICC Engine for communications processing and SEC security co‑processor providing hardware cryptography and a Random Number Generator.
• Memory Interfaces  On‑chip controllers for DDR and DDR2 SDRAM to support flexible memory subsystem designs.
• Networking Connectivity  One three‑speed UCC Ethernet controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps for high‑speed network links.
• Peripheral Set  Includes USB 1.x, DUART, PCI, I2C, SPI, JTAG, timers and GPIO to cover common embedded I/O and control requirements.
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 668‑PBGA exposed pad package (668‑PBGA‑PGE, 29×29) for surface‑mount assembly.
• Operating Range and Qualification  Industrial qualification with an operating temperature range of −40 °C to 105 °C and RoHS compliance.

Typical Applications

• DSLAMs and Broadband Access Equipment  Use the MPC8358E to handle control and data tasks in next‑generation DSLAM controllers and access aggregation platforms.
• 3G/Cellular Base Station Interface Cards  Ideal for network interface cards in 3G base stations (Node Bs) where integrated communications processing is required.
• Routers and Switches  Integrate the processor into routing and switching systems to leverage its Ethernet, PCI and communications acceleration features.
• Media Gateways and High‑end IADs  Deploy in media gateways and integrated access devices to combine control‑plane management with packet processing capabilities.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications processor: Combines a PowerPC e300 CPU with a QUICC Engine and a broad peripheral set to simplify board‑level integration.
• On‑chip security acceleration: SEC co‑processor plus hardware cryptography and RNG support secure communications and cryptographic workloads.
• Flexible memory support: DDR and DDR2 controllers let designers select memory types to match performance and cost targets.
• Broad peripheral connectivity: Built‑in Ethernet, USB, PCI, serial and control interfaces reduce the need for external controllers.
• Industrial readiness: Extended −40 °C to 105 °C operating range and RoHS compliance make the device suitable for demanding deployments.

Why Choose MPC8358ECVRAGDGA?

The MPC8358ECVRAGDGA delivers a balanced combination of CPU performance, communications offload, and extensive on‑chip peripherals suited to networking and telecommunications designs. Its single PowerPC e300 core, integrated QUICC Engine, and comprehensive I/O set make it a compact, function‑rich option for systems requiring both control‑plane and data‑plane capabilities.

Documentation and family reference material are available to support system integration and design. This part is well suited to engineers developing industrial‑grade network equipment, base station interface cards, routers, and media gateways where integration, predictable performance, and long‑term platform support matter.

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