MPC8378CVRANG

The MPC8378CVRANG is a PowerPC e300c4s microprocessor in the MPC8378 family, featuring a single 32-bit e300 core running at 800 MHz. It pairs processor performance with on-chip communications and security engines to address embedded networking and SMB/consumer storage applications.

Designed for industrial qualification and wide-temperature operation, the device integrates networking, storage and peripheral controllers to simplify board design for applications such as wireless access points, printers, network attached storage and SMB routers.

Key Features

• Core and Performance PowerPC e300c4s superscalar core, single 32-bit core operating at 800 MHz with integrated floating-point and dual integer units and 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches.
• Memory Support On-chip memory controller supporting DDR and DDR2 operation with 32- or 64-bit interfaces and up to 400 MHz data rate (per series specification).
• Networking Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers for robust LAN connectivity, with support for multiple PHY interfaces (per series specifications).
• Storage and Fabric Integrated PCI Express controller (supports x1 or x2 widths, rev 1.0a) and integrated Serial-ATA controllers supporting SATA I/II (1.5 and 3.0 Gbaud) for direct connection to storage and host fabrics.
• USB and I/O USB 2.0 controller with integrated PHY plus additional I/O such as 32-bit PCI interface (up to 66 MHz, rev 2.3), local bus controller, DMA, I2C, DUART and SPI (series-level features).
• Security Engine Hardware security features including cryptography accelerators, public-key and symmetric encryption units, and a random number generator (SEC 3.0 indicated).
• Package and Temperature Supplier device package is 689-TEPBGA II (31×31), surface-mount in tray packaging, and rated for industrial temperature operation from −40 °C to 125 °C.
• Qualification Industrial qualification suitable for embedded designs requiring extended temperature range and reliability.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points — Leverage dual Gigabit Ethernet and integrated PCIe for backhaul and expansion in SMB and consumer wireless infrastructure.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS) — Integrated SATA controllers and high-speed memory interfaces enable direct connection to HDD/SSD for NAS appliances.
• Printers and Imaging Devices — On-chip fabric controllers and USB 2.0 support simplify connectivity and peripheral interfacing in office equipment.
• SMB Routers and Gateways — Dual Gigabit Ethernet and security engine support network throughput and on-device cryptography for SMB routing solutions.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications stack: PCIe, SATA and dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers reduce external component count and simplify board design.
• Hardware-accelerated security: On-chip cryptography units and a random number generator enable secure connections and offload CPU cycles from encryption tasks.
• Industrial temperature range: −40 °C to 125 °C operation supports deployment in extended-temperature embedded environments.
• Single-chip storage and networking support: Integrated SATA and PCI Express controllers make the device suitable for compact NAS and storage gateway designs.
• Broad I/O support: USB 2.0 with PHY, 32-bit PCI and a variety of peripheral interfaces simplify system integration and boot options.

Why Choose MPC8378CVRANG?

The MPC8378CVRANG positions processor performance and connectivity in a single, industrial-grade package. With an 800 MHz PowerPC e300 core, integrated PCIe/SATA fabrics, dual Gigabit Ethernet and hardware security, it targets embedded networking and storage designs that demand integration, throughput and secure processing.

Its combination of memory controller support, extensive peripheral set and extended temperature rating makes it suitable for SMB and consumer-oriented embedded products as well as industrial applications where compact, integrated solutions reduce BOM complexity and speed time to market.

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