KSZ8993

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Ethernet Switch
• Characteristics: High-performance, low-power consumption
• Package: Small Outline Integrated Circuit (SOIC)
• Essence: Networking component for data transmission
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Number of Ports: 3
• Speed: 10/100 Mbps
• Interface: MII/RMII
• Power Supply: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Package Dimensions: 7mm x 7mm

Detailed Pin Configuration

The KSZ8993 has the following pin configuration:

1. VDD33: Power supply (3.3V)
2. TXD[2:0]: Transmit Data
3. RXD[2:0]: Receive Data
4. CRS: Carrier Sense
5. COL: Collision Detect
6. MDC: Management Data Clock
7. MDIO: Management Data I/O
8. RESET: Reset Input
9. CLK25: 25 MHz Reference Clock
10. INT: Interrupt Output
11. VSS: Ground

Functional Features

• Integrated switch with three ports
• Supports both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps speeds
• Compatible with MII and RMII interfaces
• Low power consumption
• Built-in management functions
• Auto-negotiation for speed and duplex mode
• VLAN support for network segmentation
• Quality of Service (QoS) prioritization
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) compliant

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Compact size - Low power consumption - Versatile interface options - Built-in management capabilities - Energy-efficient operation

Disadvantages: - Limited number of ports - No support for Gigabit Ethernet

Working Principles

The KSZ8993 is an Ethernet switch IC that operates by receiving data packets from connected devices and forwarding them to the appropriate destination. It uses a combination of hardware and software algorithms to manage network traffic efficiently. The switch supports auto-negotiation, allowing it to automatically determine the speed and duplex mode of connected devices. It also incorporates VLAN support for network segmentation and QoS prioritization for optimized data transmission.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The KSZ8993 is commonly used in various networking applications, including:

1. Industrial Automation: Enables reliable and high-speed communication between industrial devices.
2. Home Networking: Facilitates seamless connectivity between multiple devices within a home network.
3. Internet of Things (IoT): Supports efficient data transfer in IoT applications, connecting sensors, actuators, and other devices.
4. Embedded Systems: Provides networking capabilities to embedded systems, such as smart appliances and automotive electronics.

Alternative Models

Other alternative models with similar functionality to the KSZ8993 include:

1. KSZ8863: 6-port Ethernet switch IC with Gigabit Ethernet support.
2. KSZ8463: 4-port Ethernet switch IC with integrated PHYs.
3. KSZ8895: 5-port Ethernet switch IC with advanced management features.

These alternative models offer different port configurations, additional features, or higher performance options depending on specific application requirements.

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