MPC8378EVRALG

The MPC8378EVRALG is a 32-bit single-core microprocessor based on the PowerPC e300c4s core, operating at 667 MHz. It targets embedded and consumer-focused designs that require integrated communications and security capabilities.

As a member of the MPC837x family, the device combines the e300 core architecture with integrated high-speed interfaces and security acceleration, providing a compact, system-oriented solution for networked storage, routing and consumer networking equipment.

Key Features

• Core  PowerPC e300c4s 32-bit superscalar core, single core at 667 MHz with integrated integer and floating-point execution units.
• Memory  DDR/DDR2 memory controller support; family documentation indicates 32- or 64-bit DDR1/2 operation with data rates up to 400 MHz.
• Security  Integrated security engine (SEC 3.0) with cryptography and a hardware random number generator to accelerate common crypto operations.
• Networking Interfaces  Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers (two ports) for high-throughput networking applications.
• Storage and Expansion Interfaces  Integrated Serial-ATA (SATA) controllers supporting SATA I/II and an integrated PCI Express controller (supports x1/x2 widths), reducing external controller requirements.
• USB  USB 2.0 host/device support with integrated PHY (one controller).
• Package & Mounting  689-TEPBGA II package (31 × 31 mm); surface-mount device supplied in tray packaging.
• Operating Range  Specified operating temperature range 0 °C to 125 °C and consumer qualification.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points  Provides integrated interfaces and processing for routing, packet handling and security in SMB and consumer wireless equipment.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)  SATA and Gigabit Ethernet integration supports hard drive connectivity and high-speed network data transfer for NAS appliances.
• SMB Routers and Gateways  Dual Gigabit Ethernet and on-chip security acceleration enable packet forwarding, VPN and encryption tasks for small business routers.
• Low-End Printers and Consumer Devices  PCI Express and USB 2.0 connectivity allow peripheral expansion and host/device interfacing in consumer peripherals.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated communications  Dual Gigabit Ethernet, PCI Express and SATA controllers on-chip reduce external component count and simplify board design.
• Hardware-accelerated security  SEC 3.0 engine with cryptography and RNG support offloads cryptographic workloads from the CPU, improving throughput for secure communications.
• Memory flexibility  DDR/DDR2 memory controller support enables designers to select memory configurations that balance performance and cost.
• Compact package for embedded systems  689-TEPBGA II (31×31 mm) surface-mount package supports high-density board layouts for space-constrained designs.
• Consumer-focused qualification  Product qualification and operating temperature range suited to a variety of consumer and SMB applications.

Why Choose MPC8378EVRALG?

The MPC8378EVRALG combines a PowerPC e300c4s core at 667 MHz with integrated networking, storage and security engines to deliver a compact, system-oriented processor for embedded and consumer applications. Its on-chip PCIe, SATA and dual Gigabit Ethernet interfaces simplify BOM and layout for networked devices.

This device is well suited for designers building SMB routers, NAS appliances, wireless access points and consumer peripherals who need hardware security acceleration, flexible memory support and consolidated communications interfaces in a surface-mount TEPBGA package.

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