Overview
The Broadcom BCM56160B0IFSBG is a highly integrated System-on-a-Chip (SoC) designed for various enterprise switching applications. It is part of the BCM56160 family, which offers industry-leading integration and low power consumption in a compact footprint. This device is particularly suited for cost-sensitive edge applications, such as light L3-managed wiring closet switches for enterprises or MTU/MDU switches for service providers. The BCM56160 integrates 16 ports of copper Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) PHYs, a high-performance 1.25 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor, and an Ethernet switch controller, making it an ideal solution for modern networking needs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of GbE Ports | Up to 24 |
| Number of 2.5GbE Ports | Up to 8 (16 when cascaded) |
| 10GbE Uplink Ports | 4x 10GbE or 40GbE |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 50 Gb/s |
| Packet Buffer | 2 MB (4 MB in 48-port configuration) |
| Processor | 1.25 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 |
| PHY Integration | 16 embedded copper GbE PHYs |
| Temperature Support | Industrial temperature |
| Network Synchronization | 1588 (1-Step TC) support |
| Power Efficiency | Low-power Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) support |
Key Features
- IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, VLAN translation, and enhanced Denial of Service (DoS) protection
- IPv4 and IPv6 support, advanced Content-Aware™ Engine, and IEEE 802.1p Quality of Service (QoS)
- HiGig stacking for seamless stacking with other StrataXGS switch families
- Prioritization of flow control and IEEE 802.1br port extender support
- Expanded L3 capabilities including WRED, ECN, and uRPF
- Flow-based classification, metering, and marking of frames
- Enhanced DoS attack statistics gathering and visibility into CAPWAP tunnels
- StrataXGS® architecture and SDK support
Applications
- Enterprise edge switching for wiring closet switches
- MTU/MDU switches for service providers
- Centrally managed networks as a port extender
- Support for IEEE 802.11ac Wave2 access points with up to 2.5GbE data rates
Q & A
- What is the BCM56160B0IFSBG? The BCM56160B0IFSBG is a System-on-a-Chip (SoC) designed for enterprise switching applications, offering high integration and low power consumption.
- How many GbE ports does the BCM56160B0IFSBG support? It supports up to 24 GbE ports.
- What is the maximum data rate for the 2.5GbE ports? The device supports up to eight 2.5GbE ports, with up to 16 ports when cascaded.
- What type of processor is integrated into the BCM56160B0IFSBG? It includes a 1.25 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor.
- Does the BCM56160B0IFSBG support industrial temperature ranges? Yes, it supports industrial temperature ranges.
- What is the packet buffer size of the BCM56160B0IFSBG? The packet buffer is 2 MB, expanding to 4 MB in a 48-port configuration.
- Does the BCM56160B0IFSBG support Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)? Yes, it supports low-power EEE.
- What is the stacking bandwidth of the BCM56160B0IFSBG? The stacking bandwidth is 50 Gb/s.
- Can the BCM56160B0IFSBG be used as a port extender? Yes, it can be used as a port extender for centrally managed networks.
- What are some of the key features of the BCM56160B0IFSBG? Key features include IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, VLAN translation, enhanced DoS protection, and advanced Content-Aware™ Engine.
