Fujitsu USB 3.0-SATA Bridge IC Earns USB-IF Certification

The Fujitsu MB86C31 USB 3.0-SATA bridge IC builds on the functionality of the MB86C30 series released last year. Key new features include support for the state-of-the-art UAS (USB attached SCSI) protocol, Native Command Queuing (NCQ) functionality, and hot-plugging of ATA devices. Other enhancements include improved USB PHY connectivity and lower power consumption as well as support for PWM and plural SPI devices. The MB86C31 is available in two small packages – a 64-pin LQFP (7mm x 7mm) and a 48-pin QFN (6mm x 6mm) - for greater flexibility.

With its enhanced features, available high-speed encryption hardware and data-transfer rates up to 5Gbps, the MB86C31 USB 3.0-SATA bridge IC series is a robust solution to enable secure, reliable, and super-fast connectivity between host PCs and external SATA storage devices such as HDDs, SSDs, and Blu-ray drives.

SuperSpeed USB offers compelling advancements to the popular USB technology, and we’re excited to witness the growing momentum behind SuperSpeed USB technology, stated Jeff Ravencraft, president and chairman, USB-IF. The hard work of manufacturers bringing certified SuperSpeed USB products to market is a clear indication of strong industry support for SuperSpeed USB.

The MB86C31 follows in the successful footsteps of its predecessor, the MB86C30A USB 3.0-SATA bridge. Released last July (http://www.fujitsu.com/emea/news/pr/fseu-en_20090727-954.html), the MB86C30A passed USB-IF compliance in December 2009. Electronic Products Magazine named the MB86C311 a 2009 Product of the Year (http://bit.ly/bthmE3).