MPC8378VRANGA

The MPC8378VRANGA is a 32‑bit PowerPC e300c4s microprocessor operating at 800 MHz, supplied in a 689‑TEPBGA II (31×31) package. It targets embedded and consumer networking and storage applications that require a highly integrated SoC with on‑chip security and multiple high‑speed interfaces.

Built on the MPC837x family platform, the device combines a superscalar e300 core with integrated fabric controllers and networking interfaces to simplify board design and reduce system bill of materials.

Key Features

• Core  32‑bit PowerPC e300c4s superscalar core with integrated floating‑point and dual integer units; this part is specified at 800 MHz and supports 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches.
• Memory  Integrated 32‑ or 64‑bit DDR/DDR2 memory controller (family specification) to support system memory configurations and data throughput needs.
• Security  On‑chip security engine (SEC 3.0) with cryptography and a random number generator for accelerated encryption and secure functions.
• Networking & Interfaces  Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers, USB 2.0 with PHY, and additional serial interfaces such as DUART for flexible I/O connectivity.
• Integrated Fabric Controllers  Family features include PCI Express and Serial‑ATA (SATA) controllers—reducing external controller requirements for storage and peripheral expansion.
• Package & Mounting  689‑BBGA exposed pad, supplier package 689‑TEPBGA II (31×31); surface mount device for compact system designs.
• Operating Range & Compliance  Rated for 0 °C to 125 °C operating temperature and RoHS compliant.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points  Integrated networking and PCI Express interfaces facilitate compact, cost‑effective access point designs.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)  On‑chip SATA controllers and dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support HDD/SSD connectivity and network throughput for storage appliances.
• Small and Medium Business Routers/Switches  Dual Gigabit Ethernet and the e300 core provide processing and connectivity suited to SMB routing and switching platforms.
• Printers and Consumer Networking Devices  Integrated I/O and PCIe support enable simplified designs for printers and other consumer networking equipment.

Unique Advantages

• Highly Integrated Platform: Combines CPU, security engine, dual Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe and SATA controllers to reduce external components and simplify board design.
• Performance at 800 MHz: The e300c4s core with 32 KB L1 caches delivers deterministic processing performance for embedded workloads.
• Security Acceleration: Built‑in cryptography and random number generation speed secure communications and data protection functions.
• Flexible Memory Support: DDR/DDR2 memory controller options support common system memory configurations and bandwidth needs.
• Commercial Temperature Range: Rated 0 °C to 125 °C for consumer and embedded applications requiring extended operating temperatures.
• RoHS Compliant Package: 689‑TEPBGA II (31×31) surface mount package with exposed pad for thermal management and assembly compatibility.

Why Choose MPC8378VRANGA?

The MPC8378VRANGA delivers a compact, integrated microprocessor solution combining an e300c4s core at 800 MHz with on‑chip security and multiple high‑speed interfaces. Its integration of Ethernet, PCIe and SATA controllers reduces system complexity and BOM for embedded networking and storage products.

This part is well suited for engineers designing consumer and SMB networking, storage, and peripheral devices who need a single device that balances processing performance, I/O integration, and security capabilities while supporting standard surface‑mount assembly processes.

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