MSQ230AGE-1512

Memory IC Overview

The MSQ230AGE-1512 is a 1 Gb Quad Partition Rate (QPR8) memory IC from the MoSys Quazar family. It features two serial I/O ports and operates in an FCBGA package measuring 27mm x 27mm. The device supports up to 640 Gb/s throughput with a tRC of 3.2 ns. It utilizes SerDes speeds of 15.5 Gb/s or 25 Gb/s, enabling high bandwidth random access while significantly reducing pin count compared to parallel SRAM alternatives.

Memory IC Feature Summary

• Quad Partition Rate architecture providing four independent partitions per I/O port functioning as standalone random-access SRAMs
• Serial protocol interface utilizing SerDes technology to reduce I/O pins by approximately twenty times compared to QDR devices
• Signal auto-adaption feature that simplifies board layout and ensures signal integrity over connectors without external components
• Pin compatible with MoSys Blazar family Bandwidth Engine devices for system-level acceleration

Memory IC Applications

• FPGA acceleration for Xilinx and Intel platforms
• High bandwidth networking applications such as network table search and statistics
• Large buffering requirements where low latency is critical
• Security, firewall, and anomaly detection systems
• Genomics, AI, and IoT data processing

Memory IC Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official documentation to confirm exact speed grades and temperature ranges. Ensure FPGA designs utilize the provided RTL Memory Controller for proper SerDes protocol handling. Confirm pin compatibility with existing Blazar engine layouts if upgrading systems. Validate that the target application benefits from the reduced pin count and higher density compared to traditional QDR solutions.

Memory IC Selection Notes

Select this component when replacing multiple QDR devices to achieve higher capacity and lower power consumption. Choose based on the need for high bandwidth random access with minimal design effort. Consider the availability of open-source GCI protocols and reference RTL controllers for integration. Evaluate the trade-off between DRAM, SRAM, and FPGA memory resources for optimal system performance.

Memory IC Part Context

This part belongs to the MoSys Quazar family, specifically the QPR8 configuration. It is designed as a low-cost alternative to QDR SRAM, offering eight times the capacity of common QDR devices. The device addresses memory bottleneck challenges in applications requiring fast random access rates and high throughput.

Memory IC Replacement Considerations

The MSQ230 is positioned as a direct replacement for eight QDR-144Mb devices. It maintains pin compatibility with MoSys Blazar family Bandwidth Engine devices such as the MSR630 and MSR830. Designers should verify FPGA integration using the supplied RTL Memory Controller.