Compliant with IEEE 802.3az, this feature reduces power consumption during periods of low link utilization.

The model is not without controversy. Network operators have complained that Broadcom uses the chip as a "poison pill." Here’s how:

The BCM84886 includes specific features not found in competing PHYs, such as:

for highly accurate time stamping, essential for synchronized network nodes. AutogrEEEn® Mode: A proprietary