Intel® IXF1104 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Media Access Controller

4.3Signal Description Tables

The I/O signals, power supplies, or ground returns associated with each IXF1104 MAC connection ball are described in Table 3 through Table 14.

Table 3. SPI3 Interface Signal Descriptions (Sheet 1 of 8)

Signal Name

Ball

 

 

 

 

 

 

Type

Standard

Description

 

MPHY

SPHY

Designator

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TDAT31

TDAT7_3

F7

 

 

Transmit Data Bus.

 

TDAT30

TDAT6_3

F5

 

 

Carries payload data to the IXF1104 MAC

TDAT29

TDAT5_3

G9

 

 

 

 

egress path.

 

TDAT28

TDAT4_3

G8

 

3.3 V

 

Input

 

 

TDAT27

TDAT3_3

G7

LVTTL

Mode

Bits

 

TDAT26

TDAT2_3

G6

 

 

32-bit Multi-PHY

[31:24]

TDAT25

TDAT1_3

G5

 

 

 

 

4 x 8 Single-PHY

[7:0] for port 3

TDAT24

TDAT0_3

G4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TDAT23

TDAT7_2

C8

 

 

Transmit Data Bus.

 

TDAT22

TDAT6_2

F9

 

 

Carries payload data to the IXF1104 MAC

TDAT21

TDAT5_2

E10

 

 

 

 

egress path.

 

TDAT20

TDAT4_2

E9

 

3.3 V

 

Input

 

 

TDAT19

TDAT3_2

E8

LVTTL

Mode

Bits

 

TDAT18

TDAT2_2

E7

 

 

32-bit Multi-PHY

[23:16]

TDAT17

TDAT1_2

E6

 

 

 

 

4 x 8 Single-PHY

[7:0] for port 2

TDAT16

TDAT0_2

E5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TDAT15

TDAT7_1

H3

 

 

Transmit Data Bus.

 

TDAT14

TDAT6_1

J3

 

 

Carries payload data to the IXF1104 MAC

TDAT13

TDAT5_1

J2

 

 

 

 

egress path.

 

TDAT12

TDAT4_1

J1

 

3.3 V

 

Input

 

 

TDAT11

TDAT3_1

H1

LVTTL

Mode

Bits

 

TDAT10

TDAT2_1

G2

 

 

32-bit Multi-PHY

[15:8]

TDAT9

TDAT1_1

G1

 

 

 

 

4 x 8 Single-PHY

[7:0] for port 1

TDAT8

TDAT0_1

F1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TDAT7

TDAT7_0

C6

 

 

Transmit Data Bus.

 

TDAT6

TDAT6_0

B5

 

 

Carries payload data to the IXF1104 MAC

TDAT5

TDAT5_0

C5

 

 

 

 

egress path.

 

TDAT4

TDAT4_0

C4

 

3.3 V

 

Input

 

 

TDAT3

TDAT3_0

D1

LVTTL

Mode

Bits

 

TDAT2

TDAT2_0

C3

 

 

32-bit Multi-PHY

7:0]

TDAT1

TDAT1_0

C2

 

 

 

 

4 x 8 Single-PHY

[7:0] for port 0

TDAT0

TDAT0_0

B3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transmit Clock.

 

TFCLK

TFCLK

D7

Input

3.3 V

TFCLK is the clock associated with all

transmit signals. Data and control lines are

LVTTL

 

 

 

 

sampled on the rising edge of TFCLK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(frequency operation range 90 - 133 MHz).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Datasheet

Document Number: 278757

Revision Number: 009

Revision Date: 27-Oct-2005

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Intel IXF1104 Signal Description Tables, SPI3 Interface Signal Descriptions Sheet 1, Signal Name Ball Type, Designator

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.