MPC8360EVVALFHA

Overview

The MPC8360EVVALFHA is a PowerQUICC II Pro integrated communications processor based on the e300 core. It features an operating frequency of up to 667 MHz and includes dual DDR SDRAM memory controllers supporting up to 333 MHz data rates. The device incorporates a QUICC Engine with eight Universal Communication Controllers (UCCs) for protocol handling, a dedicated security engine, and a PCI interface compatible with Specification Revision 2.3.

Feature Summary

• Integrated QUICC Engine providing termination, interworking, and switching between protocols such as ATM, Ethernet, HDLC, and POS.
• Dual DDR SDRAM memory controllers allowing partitioning of system parameters and data between control and data plane processing.
• Dedicated security engine optimized for IPSec, SSL/TLS, SRTP, and 802.11i processing with multiple crypto-channels.
• Support for IEEE 1588 protocol and flexible local bus controller with multiple chip selects.

Applications

• Next generation DSLAMs
• Network interface cards for 3G base stations
• Routers and media gateways
• High-end Integrated Access Devices

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific silicon revision and frequency label associated with the EVVA suffix against the official NXP ordering guide. Confirm that the package type matches the required board layout specifications. Ensure compatibility with existing power sequencing requirements for VDD and I/O supplies. Check for any known errata related to the specific manufacturing lot or revision level before finalizing procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component for applications requiring robust protocol interworking and high-performance communication processing. The dual memory controllers are suitable for designs needing separation of control and data planes. Consider the e300 core's software compatibility with existing Power Architecture families. Evaluate thermal dissipation requirements based on the maximum power consumption at the target operating frequency.

Part Context

This part belongs to the MPC8360E PowerQUICC II Pro family, which extends the previous PowerQUICC II line. It utilizes the e300 system-on-chip platform, offering enhanced cache sizes and dynamic power management compared to the legacy 603e core. The family targets wired and wireless access equipment and small-to-medium enterprise networking solutions.

Replacement Considerations

The MPC8358E is a pin-compatible member of the same family but features a single DDR controller and lower clock speeds. Verify functional requirements against the reduced peripheral count and memory bandwidth of alternative models within the MPC83xx series.