Intel® IXF1104 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller

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Table 119. RX FIFO Low Watermark Port 2 ($0x58C)

Bit

Name

Description

Type1

Default

 

 

 

 

 

Register Description: The default value of 0x072 represents 114 eight-byte locations. This

 

equates to 912 bytes of data. A unit entry in this register equates to 8 bytes of data. When the

 

amount of data stored in the RX FIFO falls below the Low Watermark, flow control is

 

0x072

automatically de-asserted within the MAC to allow more line-side data to be captured by the

 

RX FIFO.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

31:12

Reserved

Reserved

RO

0x00000

 

 

 

 

 

 

RX FIFO Low

The High Watermark value

 

 

11: 0

NOTE: Should never be greater or equal to the

R/W

0x072

Watermark Port 2

 

High Watermark.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. RO = Read Only, No clear on Read; R = Read, Clear on Read; W = Write only; R/W = Read/Write, No clear; R/W/C = Read/Write, Clear on Write

Table 120. RX FIFO Low Watermark Port 3 ($0x58D)

Bit

Name

Description

Type1

Default

 

 

 

 

 

Register Description: The default value of 0x072 represents 114 eight-byte locations. This

 

equates to 912 bytes of data. A unit entry in this register equates to 8 bytes of data. When the

 

amount of data stored in the RX FIFO falls below the Low watermark, flow control is

 

0x072

automatically de-asserted within the MAC to allow more line-side data to be captured by the

 

RX FIFO.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

31:12

Reserved

Reserved

RO

0x00000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The High watermark value

 

 

11: 0

RX FIFO Low

 

R/W

0x072

Watermark Port 3

NOTE: Should never be greater or equal to the

 

 

 

 

 

High Watermark.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. RO = Read Only, No clear on Read; R = Read, Clear on Read; W = Write only; R/W = Read/Write, No clear; R/W/C = Read/Write, Clear on Write

Table 121. RX FIFO Overflow Frame Drop Counter Ports 0 - 3 ($0x594 – 0x597)

Name

Description

Address

Type1

Default

 

 

 

 

 

RX FIFO Overflow

When RX FIFO on port 0 becomes full or

 

 

 

Frame Drop

reset, the number of frames lost/dropped on

0x594

R

0x00000000

Counter on port 0

this port are shown in this register.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RX FIFO Overflow

When RX FIFO on port 1 becomes full or

 

 

 

Frame Drop

reset, the number of frames lost/dropped on

0x595

R

0x00000000

Counter on port 1

this port are shown in this register.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RX FIFO Overflow

When RX FIFO on port 2 becomes full or

 

 

 

Frame Drop

reset, the number of frames lost/dropped on

0x596

R

0x00000000

Counter on port 2

this port are shown in this register.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RX FIFO Overflow

When RX FIFO on port 3 becomes full or

 

 

 

Frame Drop

reset, the number of frames lost/dropped on

0x597

R

0x00000000

Counter on port 3

this port are shown in this register.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.RO = Read Only, No clear on Read; R = Read, Clear on Read; W = Write only; R/W = Read/Write, No clear; R/W/C = Read/Write, Clear on Write

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Datasheet

Document Number: 278757

Revision Number: 009

Revision Date: 27-Oct-2005

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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.

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