Microchip's LAN9500 and LAN9500A Hi-Speed USB 2.0 to 10/100 Ethernet controllers provide a high-performance, cost-competitive USB to Ethernet connectivity solution containing an integrated 10/100 Ethernet PHY, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 PHY, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 controller, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, TAP controller, EEPROM controller and FIFO controller in a compact 56-pin QFN package.

The LAN9500/9500A support ±8kV HBM and ±15kV air discharge ESD protection and require only a single 25MHz crystal, which helps to keep BOM costs for external components to a minimum. An external MII and Turbo MII interface provides support for Fast Ethernet, HomePlug® and HomePNA™ (HPNA) functionality.

These devices feature Microchip's proprietary NetDetach™ and UniClock™ technologies. NetDetach allows for up to a 25% reduction in system power by enabling the host CPU to enter a low-power state when Ethernet is inactive. UniClock simplifies the clocking scheme and reduces system BOM costs by using a single 25MHz crystal for both USB and Ethernet connectivity – without the need for additional components when adding USB hubs. Both devices are available in commercial (0° to 70°C) and industrial temperature range (-40° to 85°C) options. Additionally, Microchip's complimentary and confidential LANCheck® and USBCheck™ online design review services are available for customers who have selected our products for their application design-in.*

For product comparison, please consider: LAN7850, LAN7800

Highlights

• Single-chip, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 to 10/100 Ethernet controller
• ±8kV HBM and ±15kV air discharge ESD protection
• Requires only a single 25MHz crystal
• EEPROM-less design option helps to reduce BOM costs
• Implements reduced power operating modes including enhanced energy detect power-down
• Supports numerous power management features including Wake-On LAN, Magic Packet™ and Link Status Change
• External MII and Turbo MII (available for speeds up to 200Mbps)
• LAN9500A implements Microchip's proprietary NetDetach™ technology for lower hardware power consumption
• LAN9500 and LAN9500A are drop-in compatible
• 8x8mm, 56-pin QFN package well-suited for compact designs
• Industrial temperature range options available (LAN9500i/9500Ai)

Target Applications

• PC Docking Stations
• Netbooks and Ultra-mobile PCs (UMPCs)
• Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs)
• Digital TVs/Video Recorders/Set-top Boxes
• Network Printers
• Gaming Consoles
• Stand-alone USB to Ethernet Dongles
• Embedded Systems
• Industrial Applications