Intel 82547GI(EI), 82541(PI/GI/EI), 82541ER Gigabit Ethernet Controller Application Note

The 82547GI(EI)/82541(PI/GI/EI) family of Gigabit Ethernet Controllers requires an external EEPROM that details the LOM (LAN on Motherboard) configuration data. These EEPROM images include configuration information to optimize the device performance as it relates to the specific design. For these controllers, performance is enhanced if the EEPROM includes information on the system design, for example if a combination magnetic-jack is used, or if a discrete magnetic component is used.

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Intel Gigabit Ethernet Controller 82547GI(EI)/82541(PI/GI/EI)/82541ER EEPROM Map/Programming Information Guide | Manualzz

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Key features

  • Microwire or SPI EEPROM support
  • EEPROM image optimization for performance
  • Reference EEPROM image for various configurations
  • Supports manageability and non-manageability applications
  • Legacy manageability support (82559 compatible mode)
  • ASF 2.0 manageability support
  • TCO Basic and TCO Advanced pass through mode

Frequently asked questions

The controllers support various configurations, including systems with no management capability, systems with ASF 1.0 and ASF 2.0, and systems with TCO Basic and TCO Advanced pass through mode.

The EEPROM stores configuration data that optimizes device performance and supports various features like manageability and TCO.

The controllers can use either a Microwire or an SPI EEPROM. The mode is selected on the EE_MODE input.

You can use the EEUPDATE.EXE utility to program the EEPROM image. The utility will update all the checksums within the device during the programming process.

Different versions of EEPROM images are available depending on the configuration and features supported. Refer to the document for more details.
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