MPC8378CVRALGA

The MPC8378CVRALGA is a single-core PowerPC e300c4s microprocessor IC running at 667 MHz, delivered in a 689-TEPBGA II (31×31) package. It combines a superscalar e300 core with high levels of on-chip integration to address embedded networking, storage and consumer/SMB applications.

Designed for systems that require integrated networking, storage interfaces and hardware security, the device provides a compact, industrial-temperature solution that reduces board complexity while delivering deterministic compute and peripheral support.

Key Features

• Core  The PowerPC e300c4s 32-bit superscalar core operates at 667 MHz and includes integrated floating-point and dual integer units with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches.
• Memory  Integrated 32- or 64-bit DDR/DDR2 memory controller supporting up to a 400 MHz data rate.
• Connectivity (Ethernet)  Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet controllers provide high-throughput networking for routing, switching and gateway applications.
• Storage & PCI Express  On-chip PCI Express controller (Rev. 1.0a) with x1/x2 support and integrated Serial-ATA controllers supporting SATA I/II (1.5 and 3.0 Gbaud) for direct HDD/SSD attachment.
• Security  Integrated security engines with cryptography support (AES up to 256-bit modes, DES/3DES, RSA, Diffie-Hellman), message digest engines (SHA-1/2 up to SHA-384/512), and a hardware random number generator to accelerate secure communications and storage encryption.
• Peripherals & Interfaces  USB 2.0 with PHY (1), DUART, SPI, dual I2C and multi-channel DMA support for flexible system I/O and control.
• Package & Temperature  689-BBGA exposed pad package (689-TEPBGA II, 31×31) with surface-mount mounting and industrial operating temperature range of −40 °C to 125 °C.
• Compliance  RoHS-compliant manufacturing.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points  High-performance packet processing and integrated PCIe connectivity enable compact, cost-effective wireless gateway designs.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)  Integrated SATA controllers and dual Gigabit Ethernet provide direct storage interface and network throughput for SMB storage appliances.
• Printers and Imaging Devices  On-chip PCIe and networking reduce external controller requirements, simplifying board design for printers and multifunction devices.
• SMB Routers and Gateways  Dual Gigabit Ethernet and hardware security accelerators support secure, high-throughput routing and gateway functions for small-to-medium business networks.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated SoC: Combines CPU, dual Gigabit Ethernet, PCI Express, and SATA controllers to reduce BOM and board area.
• Security-accelerated platform: Built-in cryptography engines and a hardware RNG accelerate secure communications and storage encryption without heavy CPU load.
• Storage- and peripheral-ready: Integrated SATA I/II and USB 2.0 with PHY simplify direct attachment of disks and USB devices.
• Flexible memory support: 32- or 64-bit DDR/DDR2 controller supports common memory configurations and up to 400 MHz data rates.
• Industrial reliability: Surface-mount 689-TEPBGA II package and −40 °C to 125 °C rating support industrial deployments.
• Reduced system complexity: On-chip PCIe and I/O fabric controllers lower the need for external controllers and simplify board design.

Why Choose MPC8378CVRALGA?

The MPC8378CVRALGA is positioned for embedded designs that demand a balance of deterministic compute performance, integrated networking and storage interfaces, and on-chip security. As a member of the MPC837x PowerQUICC II Pro family, it brings a cohesive set of peripherals and accelerators that simplify system architecture for SMB and consumer-focused products.

This device is suited to engineers designing compact, industrial-temperature systems where reduced BOM, integrated I/O, and hardware security are priorities. Its combination of a 667 MHz e300 core, dual Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe/SATA integration and cryptographic acceleration delivers a scalable platform for routers, NAS, printers and similar embedded applications.

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