The Ethernet controller is a component of computer hardware used to control connection to wired networks. It is an essential component for managing Internet connections and other associated network functions. In addition, computers on a network communicate with each other using the Ethernet controller. It decodes the data received from the internet cable so that the computer can easily recognize it. The Ethernet controller examines each data packet and determines whether the data is needed by the local computer or any other computer on the network. If the information is intended for a local computer, it will be accepted and the information intended for other computers will be deleted. Most new generation computers have built-in Ethernet controllers; however, earlier versions of the computer used network interface cards with an Ethernet controller chip. Software drivers are used to manage Ethernet controllers.
Ethernet controller is a component of computer hardware used to control connection to wired networks. It is an essential component for managing Internet connections and other associated network functions. A software driver controls the built-in functions of the network device. The advantages of Ethernet controllers include their flexibility, ease of expansion, control, growth capabilities and centralized authentication.
The adoption of EtherCat for real-time network for machine control is driving the market. EtherCAT uses the implementation of an integrated Ethernet controller through direct memory access (DMA), so that no processor capacity is required for data transfer between the master device and the network, providing orders of magnitude faster than Profibus, DeviceNet and ModbusTCP. Automation equipment manufacturers can use EtherCAT in their own device implementations to improve performance and flexibility, while end users and automation system designers can implement their own EtherCAT compatible devices. In addition, EtherCAT is part of various IEC (61158, 61784, 61800), ISO 15745 and is also a SEMI (E54.20) standard.
Recent Developments:
The impact of COVID-19 has limited market growth. There is almost an 80% chance of a significant contraction in global semiconductor revenue in 2020 which is also affecting the Ethernet controller market due to the massive supply chain slowdown. A player like Arista, Cisco, Juniper and many others in the 400GbE ecosystem were planning to demonstrate the interoperability and growing volume of 400GbE products at OFC (Fiber Optic Communication Exhibition & Conference) 2020 and it was reported that some of the major suppliers of the networks operating in 400GbE of 400G implementation grade, but the players decided to manufacture in the first half of 2021, and currently production has stopped.
Market growth and trends:
Gigabit Ethernet to support data center growth
Market Drivers and Restraints:
The desktop computer system is also expected to grow at the highest rate in the coming years due to the increasing use of the Internet and related services globally, which has resulted in an increasing demand for Ethernet controllers as they are used in devices such as desktops and laptops.
The increasing demand for high-performance applications, the integration of advanced functions, the small form factor, the greater penetration of the easy Internet interface with integrated 16-bit and 32-bit processors are the key drivers of the Ethernet controller market. The main restraining factors in the Ethernet controller market is the continuous updating of drivers for optimal performance and different operating systems want different software drivers to support Ethernet controllers. Automotive Ethernet controllers to transform the driving experience are creating many opportunities for the market. Competitive pricing for Ethernet controllers has led to stiff profit margins which is the main challenge in the market.
Market Segmentation:
Bandwidth type
Function
Application
Regional Analysis:
APAC is expected to account for the majority of the global Ethernet controller market in 2017, while North America is expected to experience the highest growth rate. The APAC region market is expected to grow at the highest rate during the forecast period due to increased use of the Ethernet controller in servers, consumer applications and desktop systems. The growth of the Ethernet controllers market in the APAC region is also driven by the increasing demand for VoIP solutions, game consoles and digital signage in the region.
Key market players:
The major players in the Ethernet controller market are Renesas Electronics Corporation, Intel Corporation, OMRON Corporation, Cirrus Logic Inc., Silicon Laboratories, Inc., Microchip Technology Inc., Mindspeed Technologies, Inc., Broadcom Ltd., and Siemens AG.
1. Introduction
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the report
1.3 Study Assumptions
1.4 Base Currency, Base Year and Forecast Periods
2. Research Methodology
2.1 Analysis Design
2.2 Research Phases
2.2.1 Secondary Research
2.2.2 Primary Research
2.2.3 Data Modelling
2.2.4 Expert Validation
2.3 Study Timeline
3. Report Overview
3.1 Executive Summary
3.2 Key Inferencees
4. Market Dynamics
4.1 Impact Analysis
4.1.1 Drivers
4.1.2 Restaints
4.1.3 Opportunities
4.2 Regulatory Environment
4.3 Technology Timeline & Recent Trends
5. Competitor Benchmarking Analysis
5.1 Key Player Benchmarking
5.1.1 Market share analysis
5.1.2 Products/Service
5.1.3 Regional Presence
5.2 Mergers & Acquistion Landscape
5.3 Joint Ventures & Collaborations
6. Market Segmentation
6.1 Ethernet Controller Market, By Bandwidth Type
6.1.1 Fast Ethernet
6.1.2 Gigabit Ethernet
6.1.3 Switch Ethernet
6.1.4 Market Size Estimations & Forecasts (2019-2024)
6.1.5 Y-o-Y Growth Rate Analysis
6.1.6 Market Attractiveness Index
6.2 Ethernet Controller Market, By Application
6.2.1 Servers
6.2.2 Routers
6.2.3 Switches
6.2.4 Market Size Estimations & Forecasts (2019-2024)
6.2.5 Y-o-Y Growth Rate Analysis
6.2.6 Market Attractiveness Index
6.3 Ethernet Controller Market, By Function
6.3.1 PHY
6.3.2 Integrated
6.3.3 Market Size Estimations & Forecasts (2019-2024)
6.3.4 Y-o-Y Growth Rate Analysis
6.3.5 Market Attractiveness Index
7. Geographical Landscape
7.1 Global Identity Governance and Administration Market, by Region
7.2 North America - Market Analysis (2018 - 2024)
7.2.1 By Country
7.2.1.1 USA
7.2.1.2 Canada
7.2.2 By Bandwidth Type
7.2.3 By Application
7.2.4 By Function
7.3 Europe
7.3.1 By Country
7.3.1.1 UK
7.3.1.2 France
7.3.1.3 Germany
7.3.1.4 Spain
7.3.1.5 Italy
7.3.1.6 Rest of Europe
7.3.2 By Bandwidth Type
7.3.3 By Application
7.3.4 By Function
7.4 Asia Pacific
7.4.1 By Country
7.4.1.1 China
7.4.1.2 India
7.4.1.3 Japan
7.4.1.4 South Korea
7.4.1.5 South East Asia
7.4.1.6 Australia & NZ
7.4.1.7 Rest of Asia-Pacific
7.4.2 By Bandwidth Type
7.4.3 By Application
7.4.4 By Function
7.5 Latin America
7.5.1 By Country
7.5.1.1 Brazil
7.5.1.2 Argentina
7.5.1.3 Mexico
7.5.1.4 Rest of Latin America
7.5.2 By Bandwidth Type
7.5.3 By Application
7.5.4 By Function
7.6 Middle East and Africa
7.6.1 By Country
7.6.1.1 Middle East
7.6.1.2 Africa
7.6.2 By Bandwidth Type
7.6.3 By Application
7.6.4 By Function
8. Key Player Analysis
8.1 Renesas Electronics Corporation
8.1.1 Business Description
8.1.2 Products/Service
8.1.3 Financials
8.1.4 SWOT Analysis
8.1.5 Recent Developments
8.1.6 Analyst Overview
8.2 Intel Corporation
8.3 OMRON Corporation
8.4 Cirrus Logic Inc
8.5 Silicon Laboratories, Inc
8.6 Microchip Technology Inc
8.7 Mindspeed Technologies, Inc
8.8 Broadcom Ltd
8.9 Siemens AG
9. Market Outlook & Investment Opportunities
Appendix
List of Tables
List of Figures
