MPC8379ECVRALG

The MPC8379ECVRALG is a PowerPC e300c4s 32-bit microprocessor operating at 667 MHz, part of the MPC837x family from NXP Semiconductors. It targets embedded networking and storage applications where high integration and deterministic performance are required.

Built on the e300 core and the MPC837x platform, the device combines a superscalar core with integrated high-speed interfaces and an optional on-chip security engine, delivering a compact system-on-chip foundation for small-to-medium business and consumer networking, storage and printer designs.

Key Features

• Core and Performance PowerPC e300c4s 32-bit superscalar core running at 667 MHz with integrated floating-point and dual integer execution units and 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches.
• Memory Integrated 32- or 64-bit DDR/DDR2 memory controller supporting up to 400 MHz data rate for flexible system memory configurations.
• High-Speed Networking Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers (2 ports) providing native Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for routing and NAS applications.
• Storage Interfaces Four SATA ports supporting SATA 3 Gbps (SATA II) for direct connection to hard drives and storage subsystems.
• PCI Express & Expansion Integrated PCI Express controller compatible with Rev 1.0a supporting x1 or x2 widths for add-in connectivity and expansion.
• USB and Peripheral I/O USB 2.0 controller with PHY (1) plus multiple onboard peripheral interfaces including SPI, I2C and DUART support.
• Integrated Security Security engine included (device number contains “E”) with cryptography blocks and a random number generator; supports a range of public-key and symmetric crypto functions.
• Industrial Qualification & Thermal Range Industrial-grade qualification with an operating temperature range of −40 °C to 125 °C suited for demanding embedded environments.
• Package & Mounting 689-TEPBGA II (31 × 31 mm) surface-mount package supplied in tray format for production assembly.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points Integrated networking and PCIe support enable compact, cost-effective access point designs with gigabit uplinks and optional expansion.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS) Multiple SATA ports and dual Gigabit Ethernet make the MPC8379E suitable for small-to-medium NAS appliances.
• SMB Routers and Gateways Dual GigE interfaces and integrated security acceleration support secure routing and gateway functions for SMB deployments.
• Printers and Imaging Devices High integration with PCIe and peripheral interfaces simplifies controller designs for printers and multifunction devices.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated SoC: On-chip PCI Express, SATA, dual Gigabit Ethernet and USB reduce external components and simplify board design.
• Security-enabled variant: The “E” device includes an integrated security engine and random number generator to accelerate cryptography and secure storage applications.
• Industrial temperature capability: Rated for −40 °C to 125 °C operation to support deployment in harsh or industrial settings.
• Flexible memory support: DDR/DDR2 controller with 32‑ or 64‑bit data paths allows designers to choose memory configurations that match performance and cost targets.
• Multiple high-speed storage and I/O links: Four 3 Gbps SATA ports plus PCIe and USB 2.0 support diverse storage and peripheral topologies in a single device.

Why Choose MPC8379ECVRALG?

The MPC8379ECVRALG combines a 667 MHz PowerPC e300 core with a highly integrated set of interfaces and an on-chip security engine to deliver a compact, deterministic platform for embedded networking and storage products. Its mix of dual Gigabit Ethernet, multiple SATA ports, PCIe expansion and industrial temperature rating positions it for SMB and consumer equipment where integration and reliability matter.

As a member of the MPC837x family from NXP Semiconductors, this device benefits from family-level compatibility and a rich peripheral set, enabling designers to scale solutions and reuse software across related products in the MPC837x portfolio.

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