VSC8538XHJ The Microchip Technology VSC8538XHJ is an octal 10/100/1000BASE-T transceiver. It offers extremely low power consumption and supports Gigabit Ethernet standards.
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VSC8538XHJ

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The Microchip Technology VSC8538XHJ is an octal 10/100/1000BASE-T transceiver. It offers extremely low power consumption and supports Gigabit Ethernet standards.
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VSC8538XHJ Description

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The VSC8538XHJ from Microchip Technology is an octal Gigabit Ethernet transceiver designed for high-density switch and router applications. It features extremely low power consumption of 650mW per port in 1000BASE-T mode, enabling compact designs.

 

This transceiver is compliant with IEEE 802.3 standards, including 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T, and 1000BASE-X. It supports >16kB Jumbo Frames in all speeds and offers extensive testability features such as loopback and an Ethernet packet generator.

 

The device utilizes a patented, low EMI line driver with integrated line-side termination resistors. It supports Cisco SGMII v1.7 and 1000BASE-X MACs, along with IEEE 1149.1 JTAG Boundary Scan and IEEE 1149.6 AC-JTAG.

 

Packaged in a 444-pin HS-BGA, the VSC8538XHJ is suitable for surface mount applications. Its design simplifies system design, lowers system cost, and improves time-to-market for network manufacturers.

VSC8538XHJ Quick Information

Product Type: Transceiver
Canonical Name: VSC8538XHJ Octal 10/100/1000BASE-T Transceiver
Subcategory: Drivers, Receivers, Transceivers

VSC8538XHJ Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

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VSC8538XHJ Features

  • Extremely low power consumption of 650mW per port.
  • Compliant with IEEE 802.3 Gigabit Ethernet standards.
  • Supports >16kB Jumbo Frames in all speeds.
  • Features VeriPHY™ cable diagnostics.
  • Compact 444-pin HS-BGA package for high density.

VSC8538XHJ Applications

  • Ideal for 10/100/1000BASE-T switches.
  • Used in Gigabit Ethernet SAN, NAS, and MAN systems.
  • Suitable for ATCA 3.0 Ethernet backplane applications.
  • Applicable for multi-port fiber to CAT-5 converters.

VSC8538XHJ FAQs

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What are the supported Ethernet standards for the VSC8538XHJ?

The VSC8538XHJ supports IEEE 802.3 standards, including 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T, and 1000BASE-X.

What is the power consumption of the VSC8538XHJ in 1000BASE-T mode?

The power consumption is 650mW per port in 1000BASE-T mode.

What is the Jumbo Frame support for the VSC8538XHJ?

It supports greater than 16kB Jumbo Frames in all speeds.

What operating voltages does the VSC8538XHJ support?

The VSC8538XHJ supports operating voltages of 1.2V and 3.3V.

What package type is the VSC8538XHJ available in?

The VSC8538XHJ is available in a 444-HSBGA and a 444-BGA Exposed Pad package.

What is the RoHS status of the VSC8538XHJ?

The RoHS status is RoHS3 Compliant.

What is the Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) for the VSC8538XHJ?

The Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) is 1 Unlimited.

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