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Broke up the old Register Map into Table 59 “MAC Control Registers ($ Port Index + Offset)”,

Table 60 “MAC RX Statistics Registers ($ Port Index + Offset)”, Table 61 “MAC TX Statistics

Registers ($ Port Index + Offset)”, Table 62 “PHY Autoscan Registers ($ Port Index + Offset)”,

155Table 63 “Global Status and Configuration Registers ($ 0x500 - 0X50C)”, Table 64 “RX FIFO Registers ($ 0x580 - 0x5BF)”, Table 65 “TX FIFO Registers ($ 0x600 - 0x63E)”, Table 66 “MDIO Registers ($ 0x680 - 0x683)”, Table 67 “SPI3 Registers ($ 0x700 - 0x716)”, Table 68 “SerDes Registers ($ 0x780 - 0x798)”, and Table 69 “Optical Module Registers ($ 0x799 - 0x79F)”.

158Edited Table 63 “Global Status and Configuration Registers ($ 0x500 - 0X50C)” [no offset].

158Edited Table 64 “RX FIFO Registers ($ 0x580 - 0x5BF)” [no offset].

159Edited Table 65 “TX FIFO Registers ($ 0x600 - 0x63E)” [no offset].

160Edited Table 66 “MDIO Registers ($ 0x680 - 0x683)” [no offset].

160Edited Table 67 “SPI3 Registers ($ 0x700 - 0x716)” [no offset].

161Edited Table 68 “SerDes Registers ($ 0x780 - 0x798)” [no offset].

161Edited Table 69 “Optical Module Registers ($ 0x799 - 0x79F)” [no offset].

162

Modified Table 71 “Desired Duplex ($ Port_Index + 0x02)” [changed 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps in

register description.

 

166

Modified Table 82 “MAC IF Mode and RGMII Speed ($ Port_Index + 0x10)” [Added text to register

description.]

 

167Modified Table 84 “FC Enable ($ Port_Index + 0x12)” [changed description for bits 1:0].

168

Modified Table 88 “RX Config Word ($ Port_Index + 0x16)” [edited Register Description text;

changed description and type for bits 13:12].

 

 

 

169

Modified Table 89 “TX Config Word ($ Port_Index + 0x17)” [edited description and type for bits 14,

13:12.

 

 

 

170

Modified Table 90 “Diverse Config Write ($ Port_Index + 0x18)” [edited description and type for bits

18:8; changed bits 3:1 to Reserved; added table note 2].

 

 

 

171

Renamed/modified Table 91 “RX Packet Filter Control ($ Port_Index + 0x19)” [old register name -

added RX to heading; added table note 2].

 

 

 

173

Modified Table 93 “MAC RX Statistics ($ Port_Index + 0x20 – + 0x39)” [added note to

RxPauseMacControlReceivedCounter description; edited note 3 and added note 4].

 

 

 

177

Modified Table 94 “MAC TX Statistics ($ Port_Index +0x40 – +0x58)” [changed “1526-max” to “1523

- max frame size” for Txpkts1519toMaxOctets description].

 

Modified Table 113 “RX FIFO High Watermark Port 0 ($0x580)”, Table 114 “RX FIFO High

192Watermark Port 1 ($0x581)”, Table 115 “RX FIFO High Watermark Port 2 ($0x582)”, and Table 116 “RX FIFO High Watermark Port 3 ($0x583)” [changed bits 11:0 description].

Renamed and modified Table 121 “RX FIFO Overflow Frame Drop Counter Ports 0 - 3 ($0x594 –

0x597)”

194[old register name: RX FIFO Number of Frames Removed Ports 0 to 3; renamed bit names to match register names; removed “This register gets updated after one cycle of sw reset is applied” under Description].

195

Modified Table 123 “RX FIFO Errored Frame Drop Enable ($0x59F)” [renamed bit names to match

register name].

 

Renamed/modified Table 125 “RX FIFO Errored Frame Drop Counter Ports 0 - 3 ($0x5A2 - 0x5A5)”

197on page 197 [older register name: RX FIFO Dropped Packet Counter for Ports 0 to 3; renamed bit names to match register name].

 

198

Modified Table 126 “RX FIFO SPI3 Loopback Enable for Ports 0 - 3 ($0x5B2)” [renamed heading

 

and bit name; changed description and type for bits 7:0].

 

 

 

 

 

 

200

Renamed Table 128 “RX FIFO Transfer Threshold Port 0 ($0x5B8)” on page 200 [from “RX FIFO

 

Jumbo Packet Size; changed bit names and edited/added text under description].

 

 

 

 

 

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IXF1104 specifications

The Intel IXF1104 is a cutting-edge Network Interface Controller (NIC) designed to meet the needs of high-speed communication in modern networking environments. As the demand for bandwidth-intensive applications continues to grow, Intel's IXF1104 is engineered to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability, making it an ideal choice for data centers and enterprise networks.

One of the main features of the IXF1104 is its support for high-speed Ethernet connectivity, providing up to 100 Gbps throughput. This capability allows organizations to handle large amounts of data traffic efficiently, accommodating everything from cloud computing to big data analytics. The NIC utilizes advanced packet processing technology which ensures minimal latency, enhancing the overall user experience.

The IXF1104 is built on a robust architecture that integrates Intel's latest processing technologies. It incorporates a multi-core processing engine that allows for parallel processing of network packets, improving the handling of simultaneous network requests. This architecture also supports offloading features, freeing up CPU resources for other critical tasks, which optimizes system performance.

In terms of technologies, the IXF1104 supports a variety of standards including Ethernet and Fiber Channel, making it versatile across different networking environments. Its compatibility with industry-standard networking protocols ensures that it can easily integrate into existing frameworks, facilitating seamless upgrades and expansions.

Another significant characteristic of the IXF1104 is its energy efficiency. With Intel’s focus on sustainability, this NIC is designed to consume less power relative to its performance output, thereby reducing overall operational costs for organizations. It employs dynamic power management features that adjust power usage based on demand, which is especially beneficial in large-scale deployments.

Additionally, security features are woven into the IXF1104 design, protecting sensitive data from potential threats. Hardware-based security functions, including encryption capabilities and secure boot processes, ensure that the NIC can safeguard data integrity against unauthorized access.

Overall, the Intel IXF1104 stands out in the crowded NIC market by offering high-performance capabilities, energy efficiency, and robust security features. Its combination of advanced technologies and characteristics positions it as a strategic asset for modern networks, empowering organizations to achieve their connectivity and performance goals in an increasingly data-driven world.
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