What should engineers review before using VSC7429XJG-02?

Review the selected switch mode, port mapping, 1.0 V/1.2 V/1.8 V/2.5 V supply requirements, DDR2 configuration, thermal design, and the IEEE 1588 out-of-sync considerations.

What is the pinout of VSC7429XJG-02?

Use the VSC7429XJG-02 datasheet for the official pinout diagram and pin names. In PartGenie, ask Datasheet AI about VSC7429XJG-02 pinout to locate pins, power rails, and interface signals before layout.

VSC7429XJG-02 Datasheet, Specs, Alternatives & ECAD | Microchip / Microsemi

AI summary

VSC7429XJG-02 is a 26-port Microchip Caracal carrier Ethernet switch with integrated PHY, SerDes connectivity, QoS, VLAN, security, timing, and CPU functions.

Best for

Carrier Ethernet access equipment
Customer-premises equipment
Provider-edge switching

Avoid if

A simple unmanaged Ethernet switch is required
The design cannot support a 672-pin BGA and external DDR2 memory

Check before use

Exact VSC7429-02 switch mode and port mapping
Power sequencing and decoupling
DDR2 initialization and routing
Current datasheet and software/API availability

Key specifications

Ports: 26 Ethernet ports
Package: 672-pin BGA, 27 mm × 27 mm × 2.36 mm
CPU: 416 MHz MIPS 24KEc

Compliance & Environment

RoHS: Y

Application

Carrier Ethernet accessProvider-edge equipment

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Questions & answers

It is a Microchip VSC7429-02 carrier Ethernet switch supplied in a 672-pin BGA package.