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EVB-LAN7800LC-1

MCHPEVB-LAN7800LC-1

Microchip Technology
LAN7800 - USB to Ethernet Interface Evaluation Board
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Overview

The EVB-LAN7800LC-1 is an evaluation board featuring the Microchip LAN7800, a high-performance USB 3.1 Gen 1 to 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet controller. It provides a quick platform for bridging SuperSpeed USB to wired networking, including support for IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet.

Why Choose This Part

The board utilizes USB 3.1 Gen 1 to eliminate the throughput bottlenecks found in older USB 2.0 to Ethernet bridges. It includes a graphical user interface (GUI) for simplified configuration and monitoring of the LAN7800 internal registers and PHY status.

Applications

Embedded SBC Networking
Adding high-speed Gigabit Ethernet ports to Single Board Computers that only provide USB 3.0 headers.
Industrial PC Expansion
Implementing reliable, high-bandwidth network interfaces in industrial automation controllers via USB.
Docking Station Design
Prototyping laptop docking solutions that require integrated Gigabit Ethernet and USB hub functionality.

Key Specifications

Type Interface
Contents Board(s)
Function USB to Ethernet
Utilized IC / Part LAN7800
Secondary Attributes Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Getting Started

Connect the board to a PC host using a standard USB 3.0 cable to begin testing the Gigabit Ethernet throughput. Microchip provides a dedicated GUI and driver package for Windows, Linux, and macOS to facilitate device evaluation and custom firmware loading.

Categories

Interface ICs > USB Interface ICs Development Boards > NXP Evaluation Boards Consumer Electronics > USB & Charging Industrial & Automation > Industrial Communication