MPC8358EVRAGDGA

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Embedded Processor
• Characteristics: High-performance, low-power consumption
• Package: BGA (Ball Grid Array)
• Essence: PowerPC-based processor
• Packaging/Quantity: Single unit

Specifications

• Architecture: PowerPC e500
• Clock Speed: Up to 1.0 GHz
• Cache: L1 Instruction Cache - 32 KB, L1 Data Cache - 32 KB, L2 Cache - 256 KB
• Memory Interface: DDR2/3 SDRAM
• Ethernet: 2x 10/100/1000 Mbps
• USB: 2x USB 2.0
• Serial Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• GPIO: General Purpose Input/Output pins
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +105°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MPC8358EVRAGDGA has a total of 783 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-20: Power supply and ground pins
• Pins 21-50: Clock and reset pins
• Pins 51-100: Address and data bus pins
• Pins 101-150: Peripheral interface pins
• Pins 151-200: Ethernet interface pins
• Pins 201-250: USB interface pins
• Pins 251-300: Serial interface pins
• Pins 301-350: GPIO pins
• Pins 351-400: Miscellaneous control pins
• Pins 401-783: Reserved for future use

Functional Features

• High-performance processing capabilities
• Low-power consumption for energy efficiency
• Support for multiple communication interfaces
• Integrated memory controller for efficient data access
• Robust security features for data protection
• Flexible peripheral integration for diverse applications

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High processing power enables complex tasks - Low-power consumption reduces energy costs - Versatile communication interfaces enhance connectivity - Integrated memory controller improves data access speed - Robust security features protect sensitive information

Disadvantages: - Relatively high cost compared to lower-end processors - Limited availability of alternative models with similar specifications

Working Principles

The MPC8358EVRAGDGA is based on the PowerPC e500 architecture. It utilizes a superscalar design, allowing for simultaneous execution of multiple instructions. The processor fetches instructions from memory, decodes them, and executes them in parallel using its multiple execution units. The integrated memory controller ensures efficient access to external DDR2/3 SDRAM, reducing latency and improving overall system performance.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MPC8358EVRAGDGA is widely used in various embedded systems that require high-performance processing capabilities and low-power consumption. Some common application fields include:

1. Networking Equipment: Routers, switches, and gateways benefit from the MPC8358EVRAGDGA's powerful processing capabilities and integrated Ethernet interfaces.
2. Industrial Automation: The processor's robustness and support for diverse communication interfaces make it suitable for industrial control systems and automation applications.
3. Telecommunications: The MPC8358EVRAGDGA can be found in telecommunications equipment such as base stations and network appliances, where high-speed data processing is crucial.
4. Automotive Electronics: The processor's temperature range and reliability make it suitable for automotive applications, including infotainment systems and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

While the MPC8358EVRAGDGA offers a unique combination of features, there are alternative models available with similar specifications. Some notable alternatives include:

1. Freescale QorIQ P2020: Similar architecture and performance, but with dual-core processing capabilities.
2. Texas Instruments AM335x: ARM-based processor with comparable clock speed and peripheral integration.
3. Intel Atom E3845: x86-based processor offering high performance and extensive connectivity options.

These alternative models provide options for designers seeking similar functionality to the MPC8358EVRAGDGA.