Why do manufacturers choose Broadcom over cheaper alternatives? The answer lies in several advanced features:
Modern Broadcom GbE controllers utilize the interface.
While standard Ethernet frames are 1,500 bytes, Broadcom controllers support (up to 9,000 bytes). When used on a compatible network (all switches and devices must support it), jumbo frames reduce overhead and increase transfer speeds for large files.
Architecture, Configuration, and Management of Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Controllers Target Audience: System Administrators, Network Engineers, and Hardware Integrators