The Advanced Flexibilis Ethernet Controller (AFEC) brings triple-speed Ethernet processing to programmable hardware environments, supporting traditional copper and modern fiber optics connections. This IP block, which functions much like a Network Interface Controller, achieves a significant efficiency by pairing DMA transfer capabilities with both receive and transmit data, thus reducing CPU load efficiently.
AFEC incorporates standard MII/GMII interfaces for seamless connectivity to Ethernet PHY devices, facilitating high-speed data transfers without overwhelming moderate-caliber processors. By accommodating features like automatic CRC computation, comprehensive DMA control, and precise time stamping consistent with IEEE 1588 standards, AFEC ensures a cohesive integration into any Ethernet-based infrastructure.
The AFEC's high configurability and tested Ethernet capabilities make it an excellent choice for applications spanning from telecommunications to utilities. AFEC's use of FPGA resources is optimized to minimize footprint while maximizing performance, ensuring that hardware constraints do not impede the integration of this powerful controller within complex network topologies.
