BCM56720B0KFSBLG

Overview

The BCM56720B0KFSBLG is a Broadcom Ethernet IC functioning as a 16x16 High-Performance Fabric Switch. It supports 10/25/40/100GE multi-layer switching capabilities within the Broadcom Ethernet ICs product category. The component utilizes an 869-pin package configuration and is classified under communication and networking integrated circuits. This device is designed for high-throughput data center and networking infrastructure applications requiring scalable fabric switching architectures.

Feature Summary

• Supports 16x16 High-Performance Fabric architecture for scalable switching
• Enables multi-layer switching with 10/25/40/100GE port compatibility
• Integrated into high-density 869-pin package for network infrastructure

Applications

• Data center core and spine switching fabrics
• High-performance networking infrastructure equipment
• Multi-layer switch implementations requiring 100GE connectivity

Procurement Notes

Verify component status carefully as this part number may be listed as obsolete in certain distributor databases. Confirm current availability and lead times directly with authorized suppliers, noting reported production cycles of approximately 50 weeks. Ensure ordering quantities align with manufacturer minimum order requirements, typically specified in multiples such as 84 units per tray.

Selection Notes

Select this component when designing systems requiring a 16x16 fabric switch topology with support for 10/25/40/100GE interfaces. Consider the 869-pin package constraints during PCB layout and thermal management planning. Evaluate alternative Broadcom series parts if current supply chain constraints or obsolescence status present procurement risks for long-term production runs.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Broadcom Ethernet ICs family, specifically categorized under communication and networking integrated circuits. It serves as a specialized switching solution within the broader portfolio of Broadcom Limited and Avago Technologies products, targeting enterprise and data center networking segments that demand high-bandwidth fabric switching capabilities.

Replacement Considerations

Publicly confirmed substitute part numbers are not explicitly documented in the provided source material. Consult official Broadcom documentation or authorized distributors for validated cross-reference information regarding equivalent or successor components in the event of obsolescence.