MPC8358VVAGDGA

The MPC8358VVAGDGA is a PowerPC e300 microprocessor offering a single 32-bit core running at 400 MHz. It is positioned as a highly integrated communications processor for networking, wireless infrastructure, and telecommunications markets.

Designed for systems that require control-plane and data-plane capabilities, the device combines core processing, a dedicated QUICC Engine communications module, multi-speed Ethernet, memory controllers, and a broad set of peripheral interfaces to simplify system design and integration.

Key Features

• Core PowerPC e300 core operating at 400 MHz with an integrated 32 Kbytes of instruction and data cache, compatible with the Power Architecture™ 603e instruction set.
• Communications Coprocessor (QUICC Engine) Integrated QUICC Engine for communications termination, interworking, and switching functions, enabling offload of protocol handling.
• Memory Support Built-in controllers for DDR and DDR2 SDRAM to support system memory configurations.
• Ethernet Single three-speed Ethernet interface supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps for high-bandwidth network connectivity.
• USB USB 1.x interface (1) for peripheral connectivity and system management.
• Peripherals & Interfaces Additional interfaces include DUART and a broad set of on-chip peripherals referenced in the device documentation (GPIO, SPI, I2C, timers, PCI, JTAG, local bus and serial protocols).
• Security On-chip cryptography and a hardware random number generator for security-related functions.
• Package & Mounting 740-TBGA supplier device package, 740-LBGA case; supplier package dimension listed as 37.5×37.5. Surface-mount device.
• Operating Range Rated for operation from 0 °C to 105 °C.
• Compliance RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• DSLAMs and Broadband Access Leverages integrated communications processing and DDR/DDR2 memory support for packet handling and control functions in access equipment.
• Base Station and Wireless Infrastructure Suitable for network interface cards in 3G base stations (Node Bs) where protocol termination and interworking are required.
• Routing and Media Gateways Three-speed Ethernet and the QUICC Engine enable routing, switching, and media gateway control-plane tasks.
• High-end IADs and Network Appliances Single-core e300 performance combined with on-chip peripherals supports integrated network appliances and intelligent access devices.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Communications Engine: The QUICC Engine provides dedicated termination, interworking, and switching capability to reduce CPU load for protocol processing.
• Balanced System Integration: On-chip memory controllers, Ethernet, USB, DUART and a broad peripheral set reduce external component count and simplify board design.
• Security Primitives On-chip: Hardware cryptography and an RNG support secure functions without requiring external security accelerators.
• Documented Architecture: The device is supported by PowerQUICC II Pro documentation and a reference manual that detail functional characteristics and integration guidance.
• Industrial Temperature Range: Operation from 0 °C to 105 °C provides suitability for a range of embedded environments.

Why Choose MPC8358VVAGDGA?

The MPC8358VVAGDGA combines a 400 MHz PowerPC e300 core with a dedicated QUICC Engine and comprehensive peripheral integration to address networking and telecommunications designs that require both control-plane and data-plane functionality. Its on-chip memory controllers, multi-speed Ethernet, and security features help reduce bill-of-materials and simplify system partitioning.

This part is appropriate for engineers building embedded network equipment, wireless infrastructure modules, and media gateways who need a documented, integrated processor solution backed by product reference material and datasheet guidance.

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