GD82550GY

Controllers Overview

The Altera GD82550GY is a network controller component integrated into specific legacy motherboard designs, such as the GA-8IDXR. It functions as a 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN controller providing dual onboard connectivity. The device supports advanced software functions including Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT), Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB), Wake On LAN (WOL), and Fast EtherChannel (FEC). These features enable redundant link configurations and load distribution across multiple physical interfaces to enhance network reliability and throughput within the system architecture.

Controllers Feature Summary

• Dual 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet interface integration
• Support for Adapter Fault Tolerance and Adaptive Load Balancing
• Wake On LAN capability for remote system activation

Controllers Applications

• Legacy desktop motherboard networking solutions
• Systems requiring dual Ethernet port redundancy
• Industrial or embedded applications utilizing Intel chipset platforms

Controllers Part Context

This component is associated with the Intel Brookdale 845D/ICH2 chipset ecosystem found in early 2000s PC architectures. It is not a standalone Altera FPGA product but rather an Intel peripheral often documented alongside Altera FPGA resources in historical design hubs. Its presence is limited to specific legacy hardware revisions like the GA-8IDXR.

Controllers FAQ

What speed grades does the GD82550GY support?

The device supports 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps Ethernet speeds.

Does this controller support Gigabit Ethernet?

No, the GD82550GY is limited to Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) speeds.