BCM56160B0IFSBG

Overview

The BCM56160B0IFSBG is a System-on-a-Chip Ethernet switch optimized for enterprise edge applications. It integrates 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, four 10GbE uplink or stacking ports, and sixteen embedded copper GPHYs within a 29 mm x 29 mm BGA package. The device features a 1.25 GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor, 2 MB packet buffer, and supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE). Eight of the twenty-four ports support multirate operation at 2.5 Gbps for Wave2 access points. It utilizes StrataXGS architecture with HiGig-Duo stacking capabilities.

Feature Summary

• Integrates sixteen embedded copper Gigabit PHYs to reduce external component count.
• Supports IEEE 802.11ac Wave2 data rates on eight dedicated ports.
• Features an integrated ARM A9 processor for control plane processing.
• Enables non-blocking 48-port cascaded configurations via HiGig-Duo stacking.

Applications

• Light L3-managed wiring closet switches for enterprise environments
• MTU/MDU switches for service providers
• Cost-sensitive edge connectivity platforms

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against the manufacturer's official documentation to confirm temperature range and packaging details. Ensure compatibility with existing PCB layouts regarding the 29x29mm BGA footprint and DDR3 interface requirements before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this component for high-density edge deployments requiring integrated PHYs. Consider the BCM56161 if internal copper PHYs are not required. Evaluate the BCM56162 for configurations utilizing only 1GbE uplinks instead of 10GbE options.

Part Context

This part belongs to the Broadcom BCM56160 family, which builds upon the BCM56150 series. It targets entry-level edge access applications for both enterprise and service provider markets, offering enhanced L3 capabilities and improved power efficiency compared to previous generations.

Replacement Considerations

BCM56161: Identical functionality without integrated copper PHYs. BCM56162: Variant featuring four 1GbE uplinks instead of 10GbE ports.