Overview
The Marvell Alaska 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000 is a physical layer device designed for Gigabit Ethernet applications. It contains a single 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet transceiver, implementing the Ethernet physical layer portion of the 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T standards. Manufactured using standard digital CMOS process, this device is optimized for low power consumption and robust performance in noisy environments. It supports direct connection to MAC/Switch ports via RGMII (Reduced pin count GMII) and integrates advanced features such as Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) Time Stamping based on IEEE1588 version 2 and IEEE802.1AS.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Physical Layer Device with 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Transceiver |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.3 (1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T) |
| Interface | RGMII (Reduced pin count GMII) |
| Power Supply | Single 3.3V supply with internal switching regulator; I/O pads can be supplied with 1.8V, 2.5V, or 3.3V |
| Package Type | 48-Pin QFN 7 mm x 7 mm Green package with EPAD |
| Operating Modes | RGMII to Copper |
| Energy Efficiency | IEEE 802.3az-2010 Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) compliant |
| Temperature Range | Commercial grade |
Key Features
- 10/100/1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3 compliant
- Supports RGMII interface for direct connection to MAC/Switch ports
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) - IEEE 802.3az-2010 compliant with EEE buffering
- Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) Time Stamping based on IEEE1588 version 2 and IEEE802.1AS
- Advanced Virtual Cable Tester® (VCT™) using Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) for cable fault detection
- Ultra Low Power consumption with Active Power Save Mode and Energy Detect/ Energy Detect+ low power modes
- Integrated MDI termination resistors and switching voltage regulators
- Auto-Calibration for MAC Interface outputs and temperature sensor
Applications
The Marvell Alaska 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000 is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Gigabit Ethernet switches and routers
- Network interface cards (NICs)
- Embedded systems requiring high-speed Ethernet connectivity
- Industrial and commercial networking equipment
- Devices requiring precise timing and synchronization, such as those using SyncE and PTP
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the Marvell Alaska 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000?
The primary function is to act as a physical layer device containing a single 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet transceiver.
- Which Ethernet standards does the 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000 support?
It supports 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T standards.
- What interface does the 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000 use for connection to MAC/Switch ports?
The device uses the RGMII (Reduced pin count GMII) interface.
- Is the 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000 energy efficient?
Yes, it is IEEE 802.3az-2010 Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) compliant.
- What is the Advanced Virtual Cable Tester® (VCT™) feature?
The VCT feature uses Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) technology to detect and report potential cabling issues.
- Does the device support precise timing protocols?
Yes, it supports Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) and Precise Timing Protocol (PTP) Time Stamping based on IEEE1588 version 2 and IEEE802.1AS.
- What is the package type of the 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000?
The device comes in a 48-Pin QFN 7 mm x 7 mm Green package with EPAD.
- Can the device operate in different power supply voltages?
Yes, the I/O pads can be supplied with 1.8V, 2.5V, or 3.3V.
- What are some common applications of the 88E1518-A0-NNB2C000?
Common applications include Gigabit Ethernet switches, network interface cards, embedded systems, and industrial networking equipment.
- Does the device support auto-calibration for MAC interface outputs?
Yes, it supports auto-calibration for MAC interface outputs.
