Reliable, High-Speed Ethernet PHY IP—Backed by Proven Semiconductor IP Expertise

The demand for reliable, high-speed, and low-power Ethernet connectivity continues to rise across industries—from data centers and telecom to industrial automation and automotive. To meet these evolving requirements, our 1G Ethernet Whitebox PHY IP, a cutting-edge semiconductor intellectual property core, offers a versatile and cost-efficient solution tailored for integration into ASICs and SoCs.

This semiconductor intellectual property IP core provides a standards-compliant implementation of a 1 Gigabit Ethernet PHY, optimized for performance, area efficiency, and power consumption. Designed with flexibility and scalability in mind, the Whitebox PHY IP enables designers to integrate Ethernet functionality into custom silicon with full visibility and control over the architecture—highlighting our expertise in semiconductor IP solutions.

Key Features

• Standards Compliance: Fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 (Clause 22/24/40) specifications for 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet.

• Whitebox Architecture: Transparent and fully documented RTL with no black boxes, allowing for in-depth customization and analysis.

• Low Power Consumption: Designed for energy-efficient applications with optional power-down and dynamic power management modes.

• Small Footprint: Compact area utilization makes it ideal for space-constrained designs.

• Flexible Interface Options: Supports GMII, RGMII, SGMII, and MII interfaces for easy integration with MAC IP cores or processors.

• Robust Debug & Test Support: Includes loopback modes, built-in self-test (BIST), and status registers for diagnostics.

Applications

The 1G Ethernet Whitebox PHY IP is a semiconductor intellectual property core design ideal for:

• Data Center Networking: Enables high-throughput and energy-efficient Ethernet links in servers, switches, and storage systems.

• Industrial IoT: Reliable Ethernet connectivity for factory automation, robotics, and industrial control systems.

• Consumer Electronics: Seamless networking for smart TVs, media players, and home gateways.

• Automotive Ethernet: Support for in-vehicle networking in ADAS and infotainment systems.

• Edge Computing & AI: Efficient communication interfaces for distributed AI/ML processors and edge nodes.

Architecture Overview

The architecture of this semiconductor IP core is built for maximum transparency and customization. Unlike traditional black-box IPs, every component in the RTL hierarchy is accessible to the SoC designer. This enables:

• Fine-tuning of performance parameters

• Custom power gating or voltage domain optimizations

• Seamless integration into proprietary tool flows and verification environments

Main Components:

• PCS (Physical Coding Sublayer): Handles encoding/decoding, scrambling, and clock compensation for 1000BASE-X and 100BASE-FX.

• PMA (Physical Medium Attachment): Performs serialization/deserialization and supports various physical media configurations.

• MDIO/MII Management Interface: Enables configuration, control, and status monitoring using industry-standard protocols.

Integration Benefits — The Whitebox Advantage

Unlike closed-source PHY IPs, our semiconductor intellectual property core design offers RTL-level access, allowing customers to:

• Audit the entire IP for security or compliance needs

• Modify or extend logic to meet custom requirements

• Perform netlist-level optimizations during synthesis and layout

This level of openness not only accelerates development cycles but also aligns with today’s demand for trusted semiconductor IP solutions.

Performance & Efficiency

Engineered for minimal latency and jitter, this IP delivers real-world performance with:

• Throughput: Up to 1 Gbps full duplex

• Latency: <300 ns typical

• Power: <30 mW in active mode (28nm technology)

Technology Support

The PHY IP is silicon-proven on multiple nodes, including:

• 65nm, 40nm, 28nm, and FinFET (16nm/7nm)

• Compatible with standard and low-power CMOS libraries

• Portable across major foundries (TSMC, GlobalFoundries, Samsung, etc.)

Compliance & Verification

Comprehensive testing and verification ensure our semiconductor IP core meets the highest quality standards:

• Directed testbenches and assertion-based verification (ABV)

• IEEE compliance testing

• Interoperability with commercial MAC and PHY devices

Deliverables Include:

• Clean, well-commented RTL source code (Verilog/VHDL)

• UVM/OVM-compatible testbenches

• Detailed documentation and integration support

Licensing & Business Model

Flexible options to meet your development and business needs:

• Perpetual or project-based licenses

• Royalty-free or royalty-based pricing

• Maintenance and customization support available

We collaborate with clients to align IP licensing with their product roadmaps, from one-time ASICs to high-volume SoCs.

Future-Proofing & Roadmap Extensions

As Ethernet technology advances, our modular semiconductor intellectual property IP cores provide a future-ready path:

• Easy upgrade to 2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet PHY IPs

• Modular PCS/PMA replacement for bandwidth scaling

• Proven design methodology across Ethernet tiers

Why Choose Our 1G Ethernet Whitebox PHY IP?

• Transparency: Full RTL and documentation access

• Customizability: Flexible and modifiable for diverse applications

• Reliability: Proven design, silicon-tested

• Support: Expert technical guidance

• Cost-Effective: Avoid royalties and maximize IP reuse

Empower your next-generation SoC or ASIC design with our trusted, flexible, and high-performance 1G Ethernet Whitebox PHY IP—your go-to solution in the evolving landscape of semiconductor IP solutions.