Overview
The MPC8378CVRALGA is a high-performance microprocessor from NXP USA Inc., part of the PowerQUICC II Pro Processor family. This system-on-chip (SoC) is designed to meet the needs of small-to-medium businesses and consumer applications by offering a highly integrated and cost-effective solution. The MPC8378E, on which this part is based, features a Power Architecture e300 core operating up to 800MHz, along with 32K I/D L1 cache and integrated x2 PCI Express controllers. This integration simplifies board design and reduces the overall bill of materials (BOM) cost.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Type | Power Architecture e300 |
| Core Frequency | Up to 800MHz |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB Instruction and Data Cache |
| External Bus Interface | PCI, PCI Express |
| External Memory Supported | DDR1, DDR2, EPROM, FLASH, SDRAM, DRAM |
| USB Features | USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet Type | 1GBaseT, MII |
| Security | Security engine for encryption algorithm offload |
| Package Description | 689-BBGA Exposed Pad |
| Process Technology | 90 nm |
Key Features
- High-performance Power Architecture e300 core up to 800MHz with 32K I/D L1 cache.
- Integrated x2 PCI Express controllers to reduce BOM cost and simplify board design.
- Two Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) controllers with an SGMII interface for enhanced network connectivity.
- Security engine for offloading encryption algorithms.
- Support for various external memory types including DDR1, DDR2, EPROM, FLASH, SDRAM, and DRAM.
- USB 2.0 support for peripheral connectivity.
Applications
The MPC8378CVRALGA is well-suited for a variety of applications, including:
- Wireless access points and routers due to its high network connectivity features.
- Small-to-medium business (SMB) and consumer applications requiring high performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Other networked devices that benefit from the integrated Gigabit Ethernet and security features.
Q & A
- What is the core type of the MPC8378CVRALGA? The core type is Power Architecture e300.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the MPC8378CVRALGA? The maximum operating frequency is up to 800MHz.
- What type of cache does the MPC8378CVRALGA have? It has 32 KB Instruction and Data L1 cache.
- What external bus interfaces are supported by the MPC8378CVRALGA? It supports PCI and PCI Express interfaces.
- What types of external memory are supported by the MPC8378CVRALGA? It supports DDR1, DDR2, EPROM, FLASH, SDRAM, and DRAM.
- Does the MPC8378CVRALGA have USB support? Yes, it supports USB 2.0.
- What are the Ethernet capabilities of the MPC8378CVRALGA? It has two Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) controllers with an SGMII interface.
- Does the MPC8378CVRALGA have integrated security features? Yes, it includes a security engine for encryption algorithm offload.
- What is the package type of the MPC8378CVRALGA? It is packaged in a 689-BBGA Exposed Pad.
- Is the MPC8378CVRALGA recommended for new designs? No, it is not recommended for new designs; instead, use the replacement families Power Architecture (T1013) or Arm Architecture (LS1012, LS1023).
