Network media access controller embedded in a programmable device—receive-side client interface
US7991937B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04J3/0697
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A receive-side client interface for a media access controller embedded in an integrated circuit having programmable circuitry is described. A media access controller core includes a receive engine. A receive-side datapath is coupled to the media access controller core. The receive-side datapath is configured to operate at two frequencies to accommodate the programmable circuitry in the integrated circuit.
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