AMD Am79C874 NetPHY-1LP Low Power 10/100-TX/FX Ethernet Transceiver Service Manual

The Am79C874 NetPHY™-1LP is a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet PHY device that supports 100BASE-FX fiber optic connection, has a typical power consumption of 0.3 W, and can reliably send/receive data over cable lengths greater than 130 meters.


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Brand
AMD
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Service Manual
Language
English
Pages
60
File format
PDF
File size
499 KB
Published
04 June, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

The Am79C874 NetPHY‑1LP is a low‑power Ethernet PHY that supports 10/100‑BASE‑TX and 100‑BASE‑FX operation. It operates from a single 3.3 V supply, is 5‑V I/O tolerant, and consumes as little as 0.3 W in typical mode.

The device includes multiple LED indicators, MII and 7‑wire GPSI interfaces, and offers three power‑saving modes (Power‑Down, Unplugged, Idle Wire). It is offered in a 12 mm × 12 mm 80‑lead TQFP package and is qualified for industrial temperature ranges.

What's inside

  • Distinctive Characteristics
  • General Description
  • Block Diagram
  • Connection Diagram
  • Ordering Information
  • Pin Designations
  • Functional Description
  • Modes of Operation
  • LED Port Configuration
  • Power Savings Mechanisms

Specifications

Typical power consumption0.3 W
Package dimensions12 mm × 12 mm, 80‑lead TQFP
Supply voltage3.3 V (5 V I/O tolerant)
LED indicatorsLink, TX activity, RX activity, Collision, 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, Full/Half Duplex
Maximum MDIO/MDC clock25 MHz
Transformer options1:1 or 1.25:1 transmit transformer
External filter requirementNone

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical power consumption of the Am79C874?

The device typically consumes 0.3 W.

Does the transceiver require any external filters or chokes?

No, the device operates without external filters or chokes.

What interfaces are available to connect the PHY to a MAC?

It can connect via standard MII, a 5‑bit symbol interface, or a 7‑wire GPSI interface.

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