KS8999

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Networking and Communication
• Characteristics: High-performance Ethernet switch IC with advanced features
• Package: Small Outline Integrated Circuit (SOIC)
• Essence: The KS8999 is a highly integrated Ethernet switch IC designed for networking applications.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, quantity depends on customer requirements.

Specifications

• Number of Ports: 8
• Ethernet Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Switching Capacity: 16 Gbps
• MAC Address Table Size: 8K entries
• Power Supply Voltage: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The KS8999 has the following pin configuration:

1. VDD33: Power supply voltage (3.3V)
2. VSS: Ground
3. MDC: Management Data Clock
4. MDIO: Management Data Input/Output
5. TX[0:3]: Transmit Data
6. RX[0:3]: Receive Data
7. CRS: Carrier Sense
8. COL: Collision Detect
9. RESET: Reset Input
10. INT: Interrupt Output
11. CLK25: 25 MHz Reference Clock
12. REFCLK: Reference Clock Output
13. SDA: Serial Data Line
14. SCL: Serial Clock Line

Functional Features

• Advanced Switching: Supports store-and-forward switching, VLAN tagging, and Quality of Service (QoS) features.
• Auto-Negotiation: Automatically detects and configures the link speed and duplex mode.
• Energy Efficient Ethernet: Implements IEEE 802.3az standard for power-saving operation.
• Jumbo Frame Support: Allows the transmission of larger frame sizes for improved network performance.
• Link Aggregation: Supports link aggregation to increase bandwidth and provide redundancy.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance Ethernet switch with advanced features - Compact SOIC package for easy integration - Energy-efficient operation - Supports jumbo frames and link aggregation

Disadvantages: - Limited number of ports (8) - Requires external components for complete networking solution

Working Principles

The KS8999 operates by receiving incoming Ethernet frames, analyzing their destination addresses, and forwarding them to the appropriate output port. It uses a store-and-forward switching mechanism to ensure error-free transmission. The IC also supports various networking protocols and features for efficient data transfer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The KS8999 is suitable for a wide range of networking and communication applications, including: - Ethernet switches - Network routers - Industrial automation systems - Internet of Things (IoT) devices - Smart home automation

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. KSZ8899: Similar to KS8999 but with 16 ports and higher switching capacity.
2. KSZ8463: Ethernet switch IC with 5 ports and integrated PHYs.
3. KSZ9563: Advanced switch IC with 24 ports and support for Power over Ethernet (PoE).

These alternative models offer different port configurations and additional features to cater to specific application requirements.

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