Communications Processor offers diverse peripheral support.
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Supplied in 19 x 19 mm, 473-pin MAPBGA package at 0.8 mm pitch to address space-constrained applications, PowerQUICC® MPC8308 is powered by e300 core based on Power Architecture® technology and runs at speeds to 400 MHz. In addition to dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers, single-lane PCIe, USB 2.0 controller, and DDR2 memory controller, support is provided for local bus, SDHC controller, DUART, serial peripherals, GPIO, and system timers.
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Newest Freescale PowerQUICC Processor Delivers Signature Blend of Power, Performance and Peripherals at Ultra Low Price Points
AUSTIN, Texas - Freescale Semiconductor is leveraging its market-proven PowerQUICC II® Pro technology to introduce a cost-effective processor with high performance, low power consumption and a rich set of peripherals.
The new, highly integrated PowerQUICC MPC8308 processor delivers outstanding performance-per-power in a very small package to address space-constrained applications. Powered by Freescale's e300 core, which is based on Power Architecture® technology, the device runs at speeds up to 400 MHz and is designed for low-end embedded networking and industrial applications.
Featuring high-speed interconnects and newer interfaces, the processor offers an ideal migration path for Freescale's PowerQUICC I and low-end PowerQUICC II customers looking to preserve the value of their legacy software. The device is also an excellent choice for new customers who require optimal integration, low-power operation and cost effectiveness.
The MPC8308 processor supports dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controllers, single lane PCI Express®, USB 2.0 controller, DDR2 memory controller, local bus for boot from NAND flash support, enhanced SDHC controller for SD memory interface, dual universal asynchronous receiver/transmitters (DUART), serial peripherals, general-purpose I/O and system timers. Also, for industrial control and factory automation applications, the MPC8308 features an integrated IEEE® 1588 time synchronization offering for applications such as time-sensitive telecommunications services, industrial network switches, powerline networks and test/measurement devices.
The MPC8308 device is offered in a small 19mm x 19mm 473-pin MAPBGA package at a 0.8mm pitch. The device's high level of integration allows customers to lower bill of materials costs while fulfilling demanding form-factor requirements.
More information about the MPC8308 device is available at www.freescale.com/files/pr/MPC8308.html
Software and development tools
Freescale offers the MPC8308-RDB reference design board for $299 (USD) suggested resale price. The kit includes a Linux® 2.6 BSP with optimized drivers to support peripherals, along with application software and a six-month evaluation license for CodeWarrior® development tools.
Pricing and availability
Suggested resale pricing for the MPC8308 is $9.94 (USD) in 10,000 quantities. MPC8308 samples are available now and volume production is expected in March 2010.
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