Ethernet interface ICs are hardware components which allow communication between devices, using Ethernet protocol. Ethernet is a popular for of LAN (Local Area Network) technology which is used to connect computers to the internet. Ethernet interface components are essential for embedded designs that utilise Ethernet protocol.
Ethernet interface ICs come in semiconductor packages such as QFN, TQFP and SOIC.
Types of Ethernet Interface IC
Ethernet controllers determine whether each packet of data is meant for the local computer or another computer on the same network. If the information is meant for the local computer, it decodes that information and relays it to the processor. If the information is meant for another computer on the network, the information is discarded.
Ethernet switches provide control and switching capabilities. They are usually attached to the circuit board of an Ethernet switch and work together with the power supply and fans to ensure optimum switching.
Ethernet transceivers are designed to connect computers or electronic devices within a network. They are composed of a transmitter and receiver which allows them to place signals onto the network and detect incoming signals.
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WIZnet's range of Embedded Ethernet controller Chips, which
inlcudes the following:. RTL8201CP-VD-LF is a single chip/single port PHYceiver with an MII (Media Independent interface)/SNI(Serial Network Interface) and implements all 10/100M Ethernet Physical-layer functions. A PECL interface is supported to connect ...
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The KSZ8851 is a single-port controller chip with
a SPI or 8-/16-/32-bit non-PCI CPU interface. Available in 32-/48-/128-pin packages, the KSZ8851 is for applications requiring cost-effective, high-throughput Ethernet connectivity in traditional embedded systems with MCUs or MPUs. Integrated MAC and ...
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The PL360 is a programmable modem for narrow-band
Power Line Communication (PLC), able to run any PLC protocol in the frequency band below 500 kHz. This device has been designed to comply with FCC, ARIB, KN60 and CENELEC EN50065 regulations ...
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The System Controller Hub (SCH) is a component
of Intel® Atom™ processor technology. The SCH combines functionality normally found in separate GMCH (integrated graphics, processor interface, memory controller) and ICH (on-board and end-user I/O expansion) components into a single component ...
