Applications

• Desktop PCs
• Notebooks
• Workstations
• Servers
• Embedded Systems

Features

• Generates multiple clock frequencies
• Supports various output clock types (e.g., CPU, memory, peripheral clocks)
• Low phase noise and jitter
• Programmable via I2C or SMBus
• Supports spread spectrum clocking (SSC)
• 3.3V operating voltage
• Available in a TSSOP package

Benefits

• Ensures synchronized operation of system components
• Reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) through SSC
• Provides flexibility in clock frequency selection
• Simplifies clock tree design
• Lowers system cost by integrating multiple clock functions

Additional Details

The ICS954201BFT features programmable output dividers and multipliers that allow for generating a wide range of clock frequencies. It supports spread spectrum clocking (SSC), which helps to reduce EMI emissions by modulating the clock frequency. This clock synthesizer is typically programmed via I2C or SMBus interface, enabling dynamic frequency control and adjustment during system operation. Its low phase noise and jitter characteristics ensure stable and reliable clock signals, which is crucial for high-performance computing applications. The device is commonly used in motherboards, graphics cards, and other embedded systems requiring precise clock generation. The TSSOP (Thin Shrink Small Outline Package) offers a compact footprint, suitable for space-constrained applications. Its ability to generate multiple clocks from a single device simplifies the clock tree design and reduces the overall system complexity.