The recommended PCB layout for the RTL8316 can be found in the Realtek application note ANR8316, which provides detailed guidelines for PCB design, component placement, and thermal management.
The RTL8316 can be configured for different Ethernet speeds using the Speed Control Register (SCR) and the PHY Control Register (PCR). The datasheet provides detailed information on how to set these registers for different speeds, such as 10Mbps, 100Mbps, and 1000Mbps.
The power consumption of the RTL8316 varies depending on the mode of operation. In normal mode, the typical power consumption is around 350mW. In power-down mode, the power consumption is around 10mW. The datasheet provides detailed information on power consumption in different modes.
The RTL8316 supports VLAN tagging through the VLAN Tag Register (VTR). The datasheet provides detailed information on how to configure the VTR to implement VLAN tagging. Additionally, the Realtek application note ANR8316 provides an example of how to implement VLAN tagging using the RTL8316.
The RTL8316 supports cable lengths up to 100 meters, which is the standard maximum cable length for Ethernet applications. However, the actual cable length supported may vary depending on the specific application and the quality of the cable.