IP178C/IP178CH is a product that integrates a 9-port switch controller, SSRAM, and 8 10/100 Ethernet transceivers. Each of the transceivers complies with the IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, and IEEE802.3x specifications. The transceivers are designed in DSP approach in 0.18um technology; they have high noise immunity and robust performance. IP178C/IP178CH operates in store and forward mode. It supports flow control, auto MDI/MDI-X, CoS, port base VLAN, bandwidth control, DiffServ, and SMA.
The IC+ IP178C/IP178CH integrates a 9-port switch controller, SSRAM, and eight 10/100 Ethernet transceivers. Designed in 0.18um technology using a DSP approach, these devices offer high noise immunity and robust performance for networking applications.
| Number of Ports | 8 10/100 Ethernet ports + 1 MII/RMII port |
|---|---|
| MAC Address Table Size | 1k entries |
| Packet Buffer Memory | 512k bits |
| Technology Node | 0.18um |
| Operating Mode | Store and Forward |
The IP178CH supports two fiber ports with far end fault function, which are not present in the standard IP178C.
Yes, a lead-free package is available upon request as noted in the Order Information.