Integrated Multi-Port PCI Gateway Solution The KS8695PI is a network switch controller manufactured by Micrel (now part of Microchip Technology). Below are the factual specifications, descriptions, and features of the KS8695PI:
### **Specifications:**
- **Manufacturer:** Micrel (MICR)
- **Type:** Integrated 5-port 10/100 Ethernet switch controller
- **Interface:** MII/RMII for PHY connectivity
- **Ports:** 5 Ethernet ports (4 external, 1 internal)
- **MAC Addresses:** Supports 64 MAC addresses
- **Data Rate:** 10/100 Mbps per port
- **Packet Buffer Memory:** 64 KB shared packet buffer
- **VLAN Support:** IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
- **QoS Support:** IEEE 802.1p priority queuing
- **Flow Control:** IEEE 802.3x flow control
- **Jumbo Frame Support:** Up to 9 KB
- **CPU Interface:** 8/16-bit SRAM-like interface
- **Operating Voltage:** 3.3V
- **Package:** 128-pin LQFP
### **Descriptions:**
The KS8695PI is a highly integrated 5-port Ethernet switch controller designed for embedded networking applications. It provides a cost-effective solution for implementing a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch with built-in MAC and PHY management. The device supports advanced features such as VLAN tagging, QoS prioritization, and flow control, making it suitable for small office/home office (SOHO) and industrial networking applications.
### **Features:**
- **Integrated Switch Fabric:** 5-port switch with 4 external and 1 internal CPU port.
- **Auto-Negotiation:** Supports auto-negotiation for speed and duplex mode.
- **Address Lookup Engine:** Supports up to 64 MAC addresses with automatic aging.
- **VLAN Support:** IEEE 802.1Q compliant for VLAN segmentation.
- **QoS Prioritization:** IEEE 802.1p priority queuing for traffic management.
- **Flow Control:** Full-duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x) and half-duplex backpressure.
- **Jumbo Frames:** Supports frames up to 9 KB for improved throughput.
- **LED Indicators:** Supports link/activity and speed status LEDs.
- **Low Power Consumption:** Optimized for power-sensitive applications.
- **Industrial Temperature Range:** Available in extended temperature variants.
This information is based solely on the manufacturer's datasheet and technical documentation.
