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ZD Link 1000

USB ⇋ automotive Ethernet · Portable high-speed converter

The ZD Link 1000 is a high-speed automotive Ethernet converter that translates bidirectionally between USB and 100/1000BASE-T1 automotive Ethernet, offering a portable way to collect and analyse Ethernet data. Compatible with Windows and Linux computers, it presents a USB virtual network adapter so that users can work with familiar tools to develop and test controllers that support automotive Ethernet.

100/1000
BASE-T1 automotive Ethernet
USB 3.0
High-speed mode (USB 2.0 compatible)
DIP
Easy master/slave and rate setup
Plug-and-play
USB powered
ZD Link 1000 45° view
ZD Link 1000
Key Features

Key Features

01100/1000BASE-T1 support

Fully compliant with OPEN Alliance BroadR-Reach®, IEEE 802.3bw and IEEE 802.3bp and related international standards.

02USB 2.0 / 3.0 high-speed modes

Supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 high-speed modes for accessing automotive Ethernet through a standard USB port.

03Convenient DIP switch configuration

Port rate and master/slave mode are set with DIP switches, with no extra software.

04On-board LED status indication

LEDs indicate power, sleep, link and data transfer, so that the operating state is clear at a glance.

05Plug-and-play

USB powered with no external supply needed — plug in and go.

06Cross-platform compatibility

Compatible with Windows and Linux, presenting a USB virtual adapter that works with familiar development and test tools.

Applications

Applications

01
DATA COLLECTION

Ethernet data collection and access

DATA COLLECTION & ACCESS

Connect the ZD Link 1000 over USB and configure its virtual standard network adapter to collect and access data on the automotive Ethernet side.

  • Virtual standard adapter: Appears on the PC as an ordinary Ethernet adapter, so Wireshark and similar tools can capture and analyse traffic directly
ZD Link 1000 front USB interface
02
DEVELOPMENT & TESTING

Controller development and testing

ECU DEVELOPMENT & TESTING

Develop and test controllers that support automotive Ethernet, on both Windows and Linux.

  • Cross-platform development: Access automotive Ethernet through the USB virtual adapter on Windows or Linux
  • Standards compliance: Compliant with BroadR-Reach®, 802.3bw and 802.3bp
Head-unit ECU100/1000Base-T1
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ZD Link 1000USB ⇋ T1 bidirectional conversion
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User PCUSB 3.0 · Virtual adapter
Familiar tools connect directly to automotive Ethernet · Plug-and-play
03
EASY ACCESS

Flexible DIP configuration · Portable connection

FLEXIBLE DIP CONFIGURATION

DIP switches set port rate and master/slave mode to suit different ECUs under test. Compact, USB-powered and plug-and-play, it is easy to carry to a bench or into the vehicle.

  • Master/slave configurable: DIP switches select master/slave mode and rate
  • Visible status: LEDs show power, sleep, link and data transfer
ZD Link 1000 rear DIP switches and T1 terminals
Specifications

Specifications

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ParameterZD Link 1000
Automotive Ethernet interface1 × 100/1000Base-T1
USB port1 × USB 3.0, backward compatible with USB 2.0
Operating systemWindows and Linux
Power supplyUSB Type-A 5V
Power consumption1W
Temperature range-40℃ ~ 70℃
Dimensions88 × 73 × 38 mm
Weight130 g

* ZD products are continuously updated. Contact us for the latest specifications.

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