MPC8548EVUAUJ

The MPC8548EVUAUJ is a single-core 32-bit microprocessor based on the PowerPC e500 core, running at 1.333 GHz. Designed for embedded applications, the device integrates a broad set of on-chip controllers and high-speed interfaces to address networking and communications-focused system designs.

This part combines processor performance with integrated memory controllers and multi-port Ethernet support to simplify board-level design and accelerate time-to-market for embedded host and networking products.

Key Features

• Core and Performance  PowerPC e500 32-bit core running at 1.333 GHz with on-chip signal-processing engine (SPE/APU) and cache architecture (32 KB L1 instruction cache and 32 KB L1 data cache with parity protection and cache locking capabilities).
• Memory  Integrated controllers supporting DDR, DDR2 and SDRAM for flexible system memory configurations.
• Networking and Ethernet  Enhanced three-speed Ethernet (eTSEC) supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity across four ports, enabling multi-port gigabit networking on a single device.
• High-Speed Interfaces  On-chip support for PCI/PCI-X, PCI Express, Serial RapidIO and High-Speed Serial Interfaces (HSSI) for broad expansion and interconnect options.
• System and Debug  Integrated peripherals and system features including DUART, I2C, programmable interrupt controller and JTAG support for development and system integration (as documented in the device hardware specification).
• Package and Mounting  Supplied in a 783-FCBGA (29×29) surface-mount package and shipped in tray format for board assembly.
• Operating Range  Specified operating temperature range of 0 °C to 105 °C.
• Qualification  Device qualification level indicated as Consumer.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Networking Equipment  Multi-port gigabit Ethernet and high-speed serial interfaces make this device suitable as a host processor in routers, switches and network appliances.
• Communications Infrastructure  Integrated PCI/PCI-X, PCIe and Serial RapidIO support facilitates use in telecommunications and communications processing cards and systems.
• Board-Level Embedded Hosts  The combination of a 1.333 GHz e500 core and flexible memory controllers supports general embedded host duties on compact system boards.
• Development and Prototyping  JTAG, DUART and documented hardware features make the part suitable for evaluation platforms and reference designs.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated multi-port Ethernet: Four eTSEC ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) reduce external PHY requirements for multi-port networking designs.
• Flexible memory support: On-chip DDR/DDR2/SDRAM controllers provide design flexibility for a range of memory performance and cost targets.
• Broad I/O and expansion: Native support for PCI/PCI-X, PCI Express, Serial RapidIO and HSSI simplifies high-speed peripheral connectivity and system expansion.
• On-chip acceleration and cache control: 32 KB instruction and 32 KB data L1 caches with parity protection and cache locking plus an SPE/APU for vector-style operations improve on-chip processing efficiency.
• Board-ready package: 783-FCBGA (29×29) surface-mount package in tray format supports standard assembly flows.
• Documented hardware specifications: Comprehensive hardware documentation is available for system integration and design reference.

Why Choose MPC8548EVUAUJ?

The MPC8548EVUAUJ brings a balance of single-core PowerPC e500 performance and extensive on-chip I/O to embedded designers focused on networking and communications applications. With integrated DDR/DDR2/SDRAM controllers, four-port gigabit Ethernet, and multiple high-speed expansion interfaces, the device reduces external component count and simplifies board-level integration.

This part is suited to engineers and procurement teams building embedded host platforms, networking appliances, and communications processing boards who require documented hardware features, compact BGA packaging, and a 1.333 GHz PowerPC e500 core for deterministic single-core throughput.

Request a quote or submit a procurement inquiry to evaluate the MPC8548EVUAUJ for your next embedded networking or communications design—pricing, lead times and availability can be provided upon request.