VSC3172

DATA INTERCONNECT

VPPD-01586

Revision 1.0

VSC3172

Switch Core

Programming Interface

Outputs [71:0]

Inputs [71:0]

EQ

EQ

6.5 Gbps 72 × 72 Asynchronous Crosspoint Switch

FEA TURES:

APPLICA TIONS:

BLOCK DIAGRAM:

BENEFITS:

6.5 Gbps 72 × 72 strictly nonblocking switch matrix with multicast and

output striping programming modes

Fourth-generation input signal equalization (ISE) with programmable

control globally or on a per-channel basis

Adjustable output pre-emphasis EQ

Differential current mode logic (CML) data output driver

Protocol-independent switching and data transmission

10-W typical power dissipation

33 mm × 33 mm, 1.27 mm pin pitch, 613-pin FCBGA package

Parallel and serial programming modes for configuration and monitoring

Software control to optimize power dissipation

468-Gbps aggregate bandwidth in a single chip for high-density network

storage, FC, blade server, and Ethernet systems

Addresses system-level and board-level signal integrity (SI) and

intersymbol interface (ISI) jitter issues

EQ and drive flexibility for driving boards, cables, and circuit traces

Convenient I/O flexibility for interfacing with multiple standards

Can be used with latest storage, Ethernet, and networking standards

Low 140-mW per-channel power dissipation

Layout-friendly package and pinout for easier PCB design

Programming and control convenience

Controlled power reduction for unused ports

Core and metro transport

Enterprise

Blade servers

High-speed automated test equipment

Broadcast video systems

Storage, Ethernet, and networking equipment