Overview
The W5300 is a high-performance Internet connectivity solution designed by WIZnet. It is a single-chip Ethernet controller that integrates a 10/100 Ethernet MAC, PHY, and a full hardwired TCP/IP stack. This chip is optimized for embedded internet applications requiring easy implementation, stability, high performance, and cost-effectiveness. The W5300 is particularly suited for applications involving multi-media streaming services, such as IPTV, IP-STB, and DTV, where high-capacity data transfer is necessary.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Technology | 0.18 µm CMOS technology |
| Network Throughput | Up to 80Mbps (by DMA) |
| Internal Memory | 128Kbytes for data communication (TX/RX memory) |
| Host Interface | 8/16 bit Data Bus (Direct & Indirect Address Mode) |
| Power Supply | 3.3V operation with 5V I/O signal tolerance |
| Package | 100LQFP lead-free package (14x14mm) |
| Ethernet PHY | 10BaseT / 100Base TX Ethernet PHY Embedded |
| Auto-Negotiation | Full & Half Duplex, 10 & 100 Based |
| LED Outputs | TX, RX, full/half duplex, Collision link speed |
Key Features
- Supports hardwired TCP/IP protocols: TCP, UDP, ICMP, IPv4, ARP, IGMP, PPPoE
- Supports 8 independent hardware sockets simultaneously
- High network performance: Up to 80Mbps (by DMA)
- Supports hybrid TCP/IP stack (software and hardware TCP/IP stack)
- Supports PPPoE connection (with PAP/CHAP Authentication mode)
- Internal 128Kbytes memory for TCP/IP packet processing
- Flexible memory allocation according to application throughput
- Un-attackable hardware network engine for preventing network attacks
- Support for embedded OS drivers: Linux (kernel 2.6.24)
Applications
- Digital Media Adapters: Serial-to-Ethernet, Parallel-to-Ethernet, USB-to-Ethernet, GPIO-to-Ethernet
- Security Systems: DVRs, Network Cameras, Kiosks
- Factory and Building Automation
- Medical Monitoring Equipment
- Embedded Servers
- IPTV, IP-STB, and DTV for multi-media data transfer
Q & A
- What is the W5300 chip?
The W5300 is a single-chip Ethernet controller that integrates a 10/100 Ethernet MAC, PHY, and a full hardwired TCP/IP stack.
- What are the key features of the W5300?
The W5300 supports hardwired TCP/IP protocols, 8 independent hardware sockets, high network performance, and internal 128Kbytes memory for TCP/IP packet processing.
- What is the maximum network throughput of the W5300?
The maximum network throughput of the W5300 is up to 80Mbps (by DMA).
- What types of applications is the W5300 suitable for?
The W5300 is suitable for applications such as digital media adapters, security systems, factory and building automation, medical monitoring equipment, and embedded servers.
- Does the W5300 support PPPoE connections?
Yes, the W5300 supports PPPoE connections with PAP/CHAP Authentication mode.
- What is the power supply requirement for the W5300?
The W5300 operates at 3.3V with 5V I/O signal tolerance.
- What is the package type of the W5300?
The W5300 comes in a 100LQFP lead-free package (14x14mm).
- Does the W5300 support auto-negotiation?
Yes, the W5300 supports auto-negotiation for full and half duplex, 10 and 100 based Ethernet connections.
- What operating systems does the W5300 support?
The W5300 supports embedded OS drivers, including Linux (kernel 2.6.24).
- How many hardware sockets can the W5300 support simultaneously?
The W5300 can support 8 independent hardware sockets simultaneously.
