MPC8315VRAGDA

Overview

The MPC8315VRAGDA is a PowerQUICC II Pro System-on-Chip microprocessor manufactured by NXP Semiconductors. It integrates an e300c3 core operating at 400 MHz with floating-point support and 16 KB instruction/data caches. The device features dual enhanced three-speed Ethernet controllers, dual SATA 3 Gbps interfaces, dual PCI Express x1 links, and USB 2.0 with ULPI or on-chip PHY. It includes a security engine for cryptographic acceleration, DDR/DDR2 memory controller, and various serial interfaces including TDM, SPI, I2C, and DUART. The component operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 105°C and utilizes a 620-ball HBGA package.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a high-performance e300c3 processor core with floating-point unit and hardware cache management.
• Includes dedicated security engine supporting public key, symmetric encryption, and random number generation algorithms.
• Provides multiple high-speed connectivity options including dual Gigabit Ethernet, dual SATA, and dual PCI Express interfaces.
• Supports flexible peripheral integration via TDM, USB 2.0, Local Bus, and standard serial communication protocols.

Applications

• Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems
• Voice over IP (VoIP) routers and gateways
• Intelligent Wireless LAN (WLAN) access points
• Set-top boxes and consumer electronics
• Industrial controllers

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific revision level and manufacturing date code against current production status. Confirm that the ordering suffix matches the required package variant and environmental specifications. Ensure compatibility with existing board designs regarding power sequencing and voltage levels before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-power, highly integrated host processor is required for storage or networking applications. Consider the integrated security engine for offloading cryptographic tasks. Evaluate the available interface count against system requirements for Ethernet, SATA, and PCI Express connectivity.

Part Context

This part belongs to the MPC8315E PowerQUICC II Pro family. It extends previous generations by offering higher CPU performance and faster interfaces while maintaining software compatibility. The series targets cost-effective solutions for storage and industrial markets.

Replacement Considerations

Consult official documentation for compatible substitutes within the MPC83xx family. Verify pinout and feature parity before substitution.

FAQ

Does the MPC8315VRAGDA include a security engine?

Yes, the MPC8315E series, which includes the MPC8315VRAGDA, features a security engine (SEC 3.3) for accelerating cryptographic operations.

What types of memory does the controller support?

The integrated memory controller supports both DDR1 and DDR2 SDRAM devices.