Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1Overview of the product
The TF-3239DL is highly integrated and cost-effective single-chip Fast Ethernet Adapter that provides 32-bit performance, PCI bus master capability, and full compliance with IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX specifications and IEEE 802.3x Full Duplex Flow Control. It also supports ACPI, PCI power management for modern operating systems that is capable of Operating System Directed Power Management (OSPM) to achieve the most efficient power management. The TF-3239DL keeps network maintenance cost low and eliminates usage barriers. It is the easiest way to upgrade a network from 10 to 100Mbps. The product is highly integrated and requires no "glue" logic or external memory.
The TF-3239DL also supports full-duplex operation, making possible 100Mbps of bandwidth at no additional cost. It supports both 10Mbps and 100Mbps network speed, 100Base-TX operated on twisted pairs of Category 5 UTP and 10Base-T operate on Category 3, 4, 5 UTP. The TF-3239DL uses Auto-Negotiation technology to detect the network speed.
Whatever your requirements are ease of installation, superior performance, or responsive support backed up by unlimited technical support, the Product is the superior choice.
1.2Features
¾Integrated Ethernet MAC, Physical chip and transceiver in one chip
¾Compliant to PCI Revision 2.1/2.2
¾PCI local bus single-chip Ethernet controller
¾Supports PCI clock 16.75MHz-40MHz
¾Supports a 32-bit general-purpose timer, referenced by the external PCI clock source, and timer-interrupt
¾Includes a programmable, PCI burst size and early Tx/Rx threshold
¾Supports PCI target fast back-to-back transaction
¾Supports digital and analog loopback capability on both ports
¾Supports ACPI, PCI power management
¾Complies with the IEEE802.3u Fast Ethernet, 100Base-TX standard and IEEE802.3 CSMA/CD 10Base-T standard
¾Supports Full Duplex Flow Control (IEEE 802.3x)
¾Full duplex design to double the performance
