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Network media access controller embedded in a programmable logic device—transmit-side client interface

US7493511B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 21, 2005
Grant dateFeb 17, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 25, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04J3/0697
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A transmit-side client interface for a media access controller embedded in an integrated circuit having programmable logic is described. A media access controller core includes a transmit engine. A transmit-side datapath is coupled to the media access controller core. The transmit-side datapath is configured to operate at two frequencies to accommodate the programmable logic in the integrated circuit.

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