I-7188EX

Embedded Internet” and “Embedded Ethernet” are hot topics today. Nowadays the Ethernet protocol becomes the de-facto standard for local area network. Via Internet, connectivity is occurring everywhere, from home appliances to vending machines to testing equipment to UPS…etc. Many embedded designers now face dilemma of adding Ethernet interface to their products, either for use with local networks or for connecting to the Internet. Solutions to this problem include both hardware and software. Connecting via Ethernet requires a software protocol called TCP/IP. The installed base of Ethernet networks is huge and growing. Most office building, factories, and new homes have installed Ethernet network. With Ethernet, the network is always available. Using Ethernet for network in industrial area is appealing because the required cabling is already installed.