88E1548-A1-BAM2C000

Overview

The Marvell 88E1548-A1-BAM2C000 is a quad-port Gigabit Ethernet transceiver supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds. It operates within a voltage range of 950 mV to 1.05 V and functions between 0°C and +70°C. The device utilizes a 196-pin TFBGA package and supports QSGMII or SGMII interfaces. It integrates four transceivers compliant with IEEE 802.3 standards, featuring Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and advanced Virtual Cable Tester technology.

Feature Summary

• Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) buffering for legacy MAC compatibility
• Integrates MDI termination resistors to simplify board layout
• Includes Advanced Virtual Cable Tester for fault detection
• Provides QSGMII and SGMII interface options

Applications

• Enterprise switching systems
• Embedded network devices
• Metro and service provider infrastructure

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm pinout and feature configuration. Ensure compliance with humidity sensitivity handling requirements during storage and assembly processes. Cross-reference the component marking with the datasheet revision to validate authenticity and production batch details before integration into manufacturing workflows.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a quad-port Gigabit PHY with integrated termination is required. Verify that the host system supports either QSGMII or SGMII interfaces. Confirm power supply constraints align with the specified 950 mV to 1.05 V operating range. Evaluate thermal management needs based on the 196-pin TFBGA package characteristics for the target application environment.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Marvell Alaska family of Gigabit Ethernet transceivers. It is designed for high-performance physical layer interfacing in networking equipment. The series offers software compatibility across multiple models to streamline development cycles for enterprise and carrier-grade applications.

Replacement Considerations

Consult the official product brief for compatible alternatives within the 88E154x series. Verify interface compatibility and package dimensions before substitution.