Hi,
The datasheet for the DP83630 has this to say about Energy Detect Power Down:
"When Energy Detect is enabled and there is no activity on the cable, the DP83630 will remain in a low power mode while monitoring the transmission line."
How is "activity" defined? Would an idle but connected remote node count as active? What about a connection where the other PHY supports 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet and is sending the LPI signal?
When activity is detected the datasheet states that a normal power up sequence. Is there any information on how many packets will typically be missed in a 100M copper implementation before the PHY is able to correctly receive them?
Thanks,
Scott