Microchip KSZ8721B

Teilpunkte

• The KSZ8721B is a single-chip 10/100 Ethernet physical layer transceiver. It provides all the necessary functions required for fast Ethernet connections, including auto-negotiation, MDI/MDI-X detection, and power-saving features. It is commonly used in embedded systems, routers, switches, and other network devices to establish reliable and high-speed Ethernet connections.

• Equivalent

  Some equivalent products to the KSZ8721B chip are the KSZ8721BI, KSZ8721BL, and KSZ8721BIL chips.

• Features

  The KSZ8721B is a 10/100BASE-TX/FX Ethernet physical layer transceiver with advanced features such as auto negotiation, link detection and energy efficient Ethernet. It supports both copper and fiber connectivity, offering flexibility in network designs. The device also includes features like loopback detection and cable diagnostics for improved network troubleshooting.

• Pinout

  The KSZ8721B is a 48-pin integrated circuit, commonly referred to as a PHY (Physical Interface Transceiver). It functions as a 10/100 BASE-TX/FX Ethernet transceiver, supporting various Ethernet protocols. It is mainly used for Ethernet connectivity in network communication applications.

• Manufacturer

  The KSZ8721B is manufactured by Micrel, Inc. known as Micrel Semiconductor, which is a leading company in the integrated circuit (IC) industry. They specialize in producing high-performance, mixed-signal and analog semiconductor solutions for various applications such as communications, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment.

• Application Field

  The KSZ8721B Ethernet physical layer transceiver is commonly used in automotive, industrial, and consumer applications. It provides a reliable and high-speed Ethernet connectivity solution for various systems including vehicles, automation, and home networking.

• Package

  The KSZ8721B chip is available in a QFN package type, with a 32-pin form and a size of 5mm x 5mm.