Ethernet MAC

Virtex™-4 FX FPGAs include built-in Ethernet connectivity with up to four Ethernet media access controller (MAC) blocks. The Xilinx unique tri-mode Ethernet MAC provides guaranteed performance and UNH-verified interoperability. This integrated functionality reduces total system cost by reducing design and verification effort, freeing approximately 1,800 logic cells per Ethernet MAC in the FPGA fabric. Plus reduced component count, and simpler board design.

Features at a Glance

• Up to four Tri-mode Ethernet MACs per device.
• IEEE 802.3 compliant.
• Tri-mode EMAC - 10/100 Mbps mode, 1000 Mbps mode, 10/100/1000 Mbps mode.
• Programmable PHY Interface (MII, GMII, RGMII,SGMII).
• Seamless connection to RocketIO™ multi-gigabit transceivers.
• Saves up to 1800 logic cells per MAC.
• Receive address filter to accept/reject packets.
• Real Time Statistics for Transmit/Receive.
• Use with or without PowerPC® core.
• Great for Network Management or Remote FPGA Monitoring.
• Complete single-chip solution for 1000 Base-X when used RocketIO transceivers.