BCM56442B0KFSBG

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: Network Switch
• Characteristics:
  • High-performance switch fabric
  • Advanced packet processing capabilities
  • Low power consumption
  • Compact package size
• Package: BGA (Ball Grid Array)
• Essence: A highly integrated network switch IC designed for high-speed data transmission and efficient packet routing.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, quantity varies based on customer requirements.

Specifications

• Number of Ports: 48
• Port Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
• Switching Capacity: 1.28 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: 952 Mpps
• Power Consumption: 5W
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Supply Voltage: 3.3V

Detailed Pin Configuration

The BCM56442B0KFSBG has a total of 324 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-48: Ethernet ports 1-48
• Pins 49-56: Power supply and ground pins
• Pins 57-64: Management interface pins
• Pins 65-72: Clock input/output pins
• Pins 73-80: Reset and interrupt pins
• Pins 81-324: Reserved for various functions and interfaces

For a complete pinout diagram, please refer to the product datasheet.

Functional Features

• Advanced packet switching and routing capabilities
• Quality of Service (QoS) support for prioritizing traffic
• VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) support for network segmentation
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) for loop prevention
• Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for increased bandwidth
• Multicast support for efficient data distribution
• Jumbo frame support for large data transfers

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance switch fabric enables fast data transmission - Advanced packet processing capabilities ensure efficient routing - Low power consumption reduces energy costs - Compact package size saves board space

Disadvantages: - Limited number of ports (48) - Requires external components for complete network switch implementation

Working Principles

The BCM56442B0KFSBG operates based on the principles of packet switching. It receives incoming packets from connected devices, examines their destination addresses, and determines the appropriate output port for forwarding. The switch fabric inside the IC ensures high-speed data transfer between ports, while the advanced packet processing capabilities enable efficient routing decisions.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The BCM56442B0KFSBG is widely used in various networking applications, including:

1. Enterprise networks: Used as a core switch in large-scale corporate networks to handle high volumes of data traffic.
2. Data centers: Deployed as a top-of-rack switch to connect servers and storage devices within a data center environment.
3. Service provider networks: Utilized in carrier-grade switches to support high-bandwidth connections for telecommunications services.
4. Campus networks: Employed as a distribution switch to connect multiple access switches and provide connectivity to end-user devices.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. BCM56440B0KFSBG: Similar to BCM56442B0KFSBG but with 24 ports instead of 48.
2. BCM56444B0KFSBG: Enhanced version with additional features such as Power over Ethernet (PoE) support.
3. BCM56446B0KFSBG: Higher-end model with increased switching capacity and more advanced QoS capabilities.

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

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