Overview
The DesignWare® SuperSpeed USB IP complete solution is based on the USB 3.0 specification from the USB Implementers Forum and consists of the device controller, PHY and verification IP. Additionally, the solution includes a SuperSpeed USB virtual platform and drivers to aid software development. Utilizing elements from a single vendor enables designers to quickly create SuperSpeed USB-based designs from concept through implementation and software development.

Next generation applications, such as camcorders, portable media players and smartphones require higher bandwidth for faster "sync-and-go" functionality between PCs and portable electronic devices. SuperSpeed USB delivers more than 10x the data transfer rate of Hi-Speed USB and is backwards compatible with previous USB technologies, offering the same ease-of-use and plug-and-play capabilities, while maintaining interoperability with existing USB products.

Figure 1: DesignWare SuperSpeed USB IP Solution

Highlights

• Comprehensive IP solution including device controller, PHY, verification IP, virtual platform and drivers
• Supports SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) and Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
• Implements low power features such as dual power rails and Unified Power Format features to maximize battery life for portable electronics
• The Linux drivers and SystemC™ transaction-level models enable software development to begin in parallel with IP integration months before hardware and FPGA prototypes are ready
• Verification IP quickly verifies connectivity between the integrated IP and the SoC
• SuperSpeed USB IP offering from the #1 provider of USB IP for seven years in a row (Gartner Dataquest 2008)