Intel 8255x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Controller Family Open Source Software Developer Manual

About this manual

This document serves as a software developer manual for the Intel 8255x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Controller Family. It provides detailed information on hardware and software interfaces necessary for maintaining the open source Intel PRO/100 drivers.

The guide covers various aspects of the controller, including adapter block diagrams, power management interfaces, PCI configuration space, EEPROM interface specifications, host software architecture, flow control mechanisms, and physical layer programming recommendations.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Adapter and Controller Overview
• Power Management Interface
• PCI Interface
• EEPROM Interface
• Host Software Interface
• Flow Control
• Physical Layer Interface
• Programming Recommendations

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this manual?

It provides detailed information on hardware and software interfaces to enable the maintenance of open source Intel PRO/100 drivers.

Which specific controller models are covered?

The manual covers the 82557, 82558, 82559, 82550, and 82551 models.