USB 2.0 Architecture Explained
The USB 2.0 architecture follows a star network configuration with a single host that controls all connected devices. Connection between …
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USB 2.0 Standard Explained
USB 2.0, released in April 2000, represented a major advancement in performance and functionality over USB 1.1. It introduced a …
USB – (Universal Serial Bus) Overview, Purpose, Standards and Types
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry-standard introduced in 1996 to standardize the connection of peripherals to computers, replacing interfaces …
Selecting the Right Ethernet Magnetics
Selecting magnetics for Ethernet, especially for interfaces like 10/100Base-T or 1000Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet), involves considering several key factors. Magnetics offers …
Ethernet Cable – Twisted-Pair Cable Types Explained
Twisted-pair copper cable is a type of cabling where internal pairs of wires are twisted together to protect against crosstalk, …
Ethernet PCB Layout Design Guidelines
Ethernet is essential in various applications due to its speed and reliability. It forms the backbone of office LANs and …
Ethernet Protection Strategy Explained- ESD, EFT, CDE
Ethernet ports are vulnerable to electrostatic discharge (ESD), electrical fast transient (EFT), lightning, and cable discharge events (CDE), which can …
What is RGMII (Reduced Gigabit Media Independent) Interface?
RGMII stands for Reduced Gigabit Media Independent Interface. It is a standard used to connect Ethernet PHYs (Physical Layer devices) …
What is Gigabit Media Independent Interface (GMII)?
The Gigabit Media Independent Interface (GMII), specified by IEEE Std 802.3 Clause 35, is a standard interface designed to facilitate …
Media-Independent Interface (MII & RMII) in Ethernet
The Media-Independent Interface (MII) serves as a standardized method for connecting Ethernet MAC (Media Access Control) devices to PHY (Physical …