FA82371MX

Specialized ICS Overview

The Altera FA82371MX is a specialized integrated circuit classified as a PCI I/O IDE Xcelerator. It is designed to facilitate interface connectivity for PCI and IDE protocols within embedded systems. The device is housed in a 176-pin Thin Quad Flat Package (TQFP) with dimensions of 24x24 mm, suitable for surface-mount technology. This component serves as a dedicated bridge or controller solution for managing peripheral data transfers.

Specialized ICS Feature Summary

• Integrated PCI I/O and IDE controller functionality
• 176-pin TQFP surface-mount package
• Designed for high-speed peripheral interface management

Specialized ICS Applications

• PCI bus interface expansion
• IDE storage controller integration
• Embedded system peripheral connectivity

Specialized ICS Procurement Notes

Verify the specific revision level and manufacturing date code when sourcing this component, as it belongs to an older product line. Confirm RoHS compliance status through official documentation, as environmental regulations may vary by production batch. Ensure handling procedures account for the TQFP package sensitivity during assembly.

Specialized ICS Selection Notes

Select this component when a dedicated hardware solution for combining PCI and IDE interfaces is required without utilizing general-purpose FPGAs. Consider the 176-pin footprint and thermal characteristics of the 24x24mm TQFP package against available board space. Evaluate pin compatibility if replacing legacy designs that utilized earlier Xcelerator variants.

Specialized ICS Part Context

This part belongs to Altera's Xcelerator family of specialized interface controllers. These devices were engineered to offload protocol handling from main processors, providing efficient data transfer between PCI buses and IDE storage devices. The FA82371MX represents a specific configuration within this specialized IC category.

Specialized ICS Replacement Considerations

No direct public substitute part numbers are confirmed for this specific discontinued model. Designers may need to evaluate FPGA-based solutions or newer interface controllers that support equivalent pin counts and protocol requirements.