The Realtek RTL8111E-VL-CG is a Gigabit Ethernet controller designed for integration into various networking applications. It offers a single-chip solution for implementing a Gigabit Ethernet connection, providing features such as advanced power management, Wake-on-LAN support, and support for various network protocols. It features a PCI Express interface for easy integration with modern computer systems.
Applications
- Desktop PCs
- Motherboards
- Embedded systems
- Network interface cards (NICs)
- Industrial PCs
- Gaming PCs
Features
- PCI Express 1.1 interface
- Integrated 10/100/1000Mbps transceiver
- Supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet
- Supports Wake-on-LAN (WoL)
- Supports IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
- Supports IEEE 802.1P Layer 2 Priority Encoding
- Supports jumbo frames up to 9KB
- Supports checksum offload (IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP)
- Supports power management features, including ACPI
- Integrated media filter to filter out spurious data
Benefits
- High-speed network connectivity: Enables Gigabit Ethernet speeds for fast and reliable network performance.
- Power efficiency: Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet to reduce power consumption during periods of low network activity.
- Remote wake-up: Wake-on-LAN support allows the system to be remotely powered on over the network.
- Network Management: VLAN tagging and priority encoding support enables network segmentation and traffic prioritization.
- Improved performance: Checksum offload reduces CPU overhead for improved system performance.
- Cost-effective: Single-chip solution reduces component count and overall system cost.
- Simplified integration: PCI Express interface simplifies integration with modern computer systems.
The RTL8111E-VL-CG offers a reliable Gigabit Ethernet solution. Its comprehensive feature set and power-efficient design make it a viable option for both desktop and embedded systems. It enables advanced networking features, enabling efficient data transfer and network management. The VL designation may indicate specific packaging or voltage characteristics compared to other RTL8111E variants.