MPC8540PX833LC

The MPC8540PX833LC is a single-core PowerPC e500 microprocessor running at 833 MHz, combining a 32-bit Book E–enhanced core with integrated system logic for networking, telecommunications, and wireless infrastructure applications. As a member of the PowerQUICC III family, it provides embedded-focused processor features and on-chip system interfaces suited to networked embedded platforms.

Built for embedded designs that require integrated I/O and high-bandwidth interconnects, the MPC8540PX833LC delivers a compact package and a broad set of peripheral controllers to simplify system-level design and accelerate time to market.

Key Features

• Core Architecture PowerPC e500 32-bit Book E–enhanced core at 833 MHz with an MMU tailored for embedded applications and enhanced debug and performance monitoring support.
• On-chip Cache 32 KB L1 instruction cache and 32 KB L1 data cache with parity protection; 256 KB L2 cache/SRAM for low-latency local storage and improved performance.
• Memory Controllers Integrated DDR and SDRAM controllers to support external memory subsystems common in embedded networking designs.
• High-Speed Connectivity Multi-speed Ethernet support with one 10/100 Mbps interface and two 10/100/1000 Mbps interfaces, plus PCI/PCI-X and RapidIO controllers for high-throughput system interconnects.
• Peripheral Interfaces Integrated DUART, I2C and JTAG support along with a local bus controller and DMA engines for flexible peripheral and system integration.
• Package and Mounting 783-FCPBGA (29×29 mm) surface-mount package designed for dense system boards and reliable solder attachment.
• Operating Range & Qualification Consumer-qualified device rated for operation from 0 °C to 105 °C.

Typical Applications

• Networking Equipment Routing and switching platforms that require integrated Ethernet, PCI/PCI-X and packet processing capabilities.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure Telecom access and control equipment leveraging on-chip RapidIO and high-speed I/O for backplane and fabric connectivity.
• Wireless Infrastructure Baseband and control processors in wireless access and backhaul systems that benefit from integrated memory controllers and multi-gigabit interfaces.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated System Logic: Combines processor core with on-chip controllers (DDR/SDRAM, Ethernet, PCI/PCI-X, RapidIO) to reduce external glue logic and simplify BOM.
• Deterministic Embedded Core: PowerPC e500 single-core design with embedded-focused MMU and debug features for predictable behavior in real-time systems.
• On-Chip Caching: L1 and L2 caches (32 KB I / 32 KB D L1, 256 KB L2) lower memory latency and improve sustained throughput for networking workloads.
• Multi-Protocol Connectivity: Built-in three-speed Ethernet ports and high-speed interfaces (PCI/PCI-X, RapidIO) enable versatile system architecture choices and high bandwidth data paths.
• Compact, Surface-Mount Package: 783-FCPBGA (29×29) package supports dense PCB layouts while maintaining signal routing for complex I/O.
• Commercial Temperature Operation: Rated for 0 °C to 105 °C to accommodate a wide range of consumer and embedded deployment environments.

Why Choose MPC8540PX833LC?

The MPC8540PX833LC positions itself as an integrated embedded processor platform that balances processing capability with comprehensive system interfaces. With a PowerPC e500 core, on-chip caches, memory controllers, and multi-gigabit connectivity options, it is suited to designers building networking, telecommunications, and wireless infrastructure equipment that demand compact integration.

Engineers selecting the MPC8540PX833LC benefit from a processor family with detailed documentation and embedded-focused hardware features, enabling scalable system designs and streamlined integration for long-lived networked products.

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