MPC8379ECVRALGA

The MPC8379ECVRALGA is a 32-bit microprocessor based on the PowerPC e300c4s core running at 667 MHz. It combines a high-performance e300 core with extensive on-chip I/O and security features to address embedded networking and storage applications.

Designed for small-to-medium business and consumer markets, the device targets applications such as wireless access points, printers, network attached storage (NAS) and SMB routers by delivering integration that simplifies board design and reduces system BOM.

Key Features

• Core PowerPC e300c4s 32-bit superscalar core at 667 MHz with integrated floating-point and dual integer units and 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches.
• Memory Integrated DDR / DDR2 memory controller supporting 32- or 64-bit configurations for flexible system memory designs.
• Integrated Fabric Controllers On-chip PCI Express and Serial-ATA (SATA) controllers reduce external components and simplify connectivity for storage and peripheral expansion.
• Networking Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers provide robust network connectivity for routing and NAS applications.
• SATA and USB Four SATA interfaces supporting 3 Gbps and a USB 2.0 controller with PHY enable direct connection to storage and USB peripherals.
• Security Subsystem Integrated security engine (SEC 3.0) with cryptography and a hardware random number generator for secure communications and data protection.
• Peripherals and I/O Additional interfaces including DUART, SPI, dual I2C channels and a 4-channel DMA controller support system control and peripheral integration.
• Package & Mounting 689-TEPBGA II (31×31) package with exposed pad, surface mount mounting type for compact board-level integration.
• Temperature & Qualification Industrial qualification and an operating temperature range of −40°C to 125°C for deployment in demanding environments.
• Compliance RoHS compliant material status.

Typical Applications

• Wireless Access Points High integration and PCI Express connectivity enable compact, cost-effective designs for enterprise and SMB wireless infrastructure.
• Network Attached Storage (NAS) Integrated SATA controllers and dual Gigabit Ethernet interfaces make the device suitable for multi-drive NAS and home/SMB storage appliances.
• SMB Routers and Gateways Dual Gigabit Ethernet and security acceleration support routing, firewall, and secure VPN functions in small office environments.
• Printers and Imaging Devices PCI Express and general-purpose I/O integration simplify peripheral interfacing for printers and multifunction devices.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated SoC capabilities: Combines CPU, PCI Express, SATA, Ethernet and peripheral controllers on-chip to reduce BOM and board complexity.
• Embedded security support: SEC 3.0 security engine with cryptography and RNG provides hardware-accelerated security for data and communications.
• Storage-ready interfaces: Four SATA 3 Gbps ports and USB 2.0 with PHY enable direct connection to drives and external storage devices.
• Industrial robustness: Rated for −40°C to 125°C operation and industrial qualification for reliable field deployment.
• Flexible memory support: DDR/DDR2 memory controller with 32- or 64-bit operation supports scalable system memory configurations.

Why Choose MPC8379ECVRALGA?

The MPC8379ECVRALGA delivers a balance of processing performance and system-level integration for embedded networking and storage applications. With a 667 MHz PowerPC e300c4s core, extensive I/O including PCI Express, multiple SATA ports, dual Gigabit Ethernet and an integrated security engine, it enables compact, cost-effective system designs.

This industrially qualified device is suited to designers building SMB routers, NAS appliances, wireless access equipment and imaging products that require reliable operation across a wide temperature range and reduced external component count for simplified board design and lower total system cost.

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