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AN2577

Title
Title
Getting Started with Gigabit Ethernet Switch Configuration Options
Name
Name
AN2577
Date
Date
12/12/2017
Description
Description
Microchip?s family of gigabit Ethernet switches have powerful capabilities that may be enabled using various methods of configuration. Depending on the features needed in the network application, there are four primary methods to configure these switches. This application note describes available switch configuration methods and options with their associated trade-offs, allowing the developer to choose the best method for their application.

Silicon Products

Title Product Title
KSZ8563
3-Port 10/100 Ethernet Switch with 1588v2 PTP
KSZ8563 3-Port 10/100 Ethernet Switch with 1588v2 PTP
KSZ9567
7-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with IEEE 1588, SGMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9567 7-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with IEEE 1588, SGMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9477
Fully Integrated Layer 2, Managed, Seven-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
KSZ9477 Fully Integrated Layer 2, Managed, Seven-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
KSZ8567
7-Port 10/100 AVB Ethernet Switch
KSZ8567 7-Port 10/100 AVB Ethernet Switch
KSZ9897
7-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with SGMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9897 7-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with SGMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9893
3-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9893 3-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9896
6-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with GMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9896 6-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with GMII/RGMII/MII/RMII
KSZ9563
3-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 1588v2
KSZ9563 3-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 1588v2