SMSC Introduces Low-Cost, High-Performance I/O Port Expander and DTCP Co-Processor for MOST® Networks

OS85650Expands Audio/Video Capability for Next Generation Automotive
Infotainment Devices
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--(Business Wire)--
SMSC (NASDAQ: SMSC), a leading semiconductor company that provides Smart
Mixed-Signal Connectivity solutions, today announced the OS85650 I/O companion
chip for MOST® Intelligent Network Interface Controllers (INICs).

With its multiple interfaces, powerful routing engine and the DTCP co-processor,
the OS85650 can be used for various audio and video applications such as Head
Units, Rear Seat Entertainment, Amplifiers, TV-Tuners and Video Displays.

The OS85650 works together with SMSC INICs for all MOST speed grades (MOST25,
MOST50 and MOST150) and can replace many of today`s expensive FPGA solutions.

"With its expanded communication ports, this companion chip allows the INIC
family to stay cost optimized in providing minimal application interfaces at a
low pin count," said Stefan Lux, Product Marketing Manager for SMSC`s Automotive
group. "Together with the INIC, the OS85650 offers a complete solution for
network applications, including data exchange on MOST networks."

The primary function of the OS85650 is to route data streams simultaneously
between industry standard application I/O interfaces, including MediaLB® (3-Pin
and 6-Pin), HBI, TSI, SPI and I²S. It is the first MediaLB 6-Pin device that
supports all features of the MOST150 multimedia network. Together with the 16
bit parallel Host Bus Interface (HBI), it enables a high-speed connection
between the INIC150 and multiple External Host Controllers (EHCs) with over
300Mbit/s. It is also possible to use the OS85650 as a bridge between MediaLB
6-Pin and MediaLB 3-Pin devices.

The high-performance routing engine operates at an internal speed up to 1.5
GBit/s. It is able to route on top of the standard MOST network communication,
Ethernet IP packets, multiple MPEG-TS and several high quality 7.1 audio
streams.

The Digital Transmission Content Protection (DTCP) co-processor autonomously
encrypts and decrypts up to 8 multiple synchronous and isochronous data channels
routed through the device. It includes full AKE functionality and supports both
M6 and AES-128 cipher engines according to DTCP for MOST and DTCP-IP. This
content protection is required for high quality audio and video content, like
DVD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-Broadcasting Services.

Availability:

In addition to the OS85652, a pin-compatible version without a DTCP coprocessor
is available.

Samples of the OS85650 and the OS85652 are available now.

About SMSC`s Automotive Product Line:

SMSC`s Automotive Information Systems is a supplier of TrueAuto networking and
infotainment semiconductor solutions to major automakers, including Audi, BMW,
Daimler, Hyundai/Kia, Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche, Toyota and Volvo. SMSC is a
founding member of the MOST Cooperation, a cooperative of automakers, automotive
systems architects and manufacturers and key components suppliers working to
extend and refine the MOST® standard for the evolving requirements of automotive
multimedia networking. Additional information is available at www.smsc-ais.com.

About SMSC:

Many of the world`s most successful global technology companies rely upon SMSC
as a go-to resource for semiconductor system solutions that span analog, digital
and mixed-signal technologies. Leveraging substantial intellectual property,
integration expertise and a comprehensive global infrastructure, SMSC solves
design challenges and delivers performance, space, cost and time-to-market
advantages to its customers. SMSC`s application focus targets key vertical
markets including consumer electronics, automotive, PC and industrial
applications. The Company has developed leadership positions in its select
markets by providing application specific solutions such as mixed-signal
embedded controllers, non-PCI Ethernet, ARCNET, MOST® and Hi-Speed USB.

SMSC is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York with operations in North America,
Asia and Europe. Engineering design centers are located in Arizona, New York,
Texas and Karlsruhe, Germany. Additional information is available at
www.smsc.com.

Forward Looking Statements:

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in
this announcement are forward-looking statements about expected future events
and financial and operating results that involve risks and uncertainties. These
uncertainties may cause our actual future results to be materially different
from those discussed in forward-looking statements. Our risks and uncertainties
include the timely development and market acceptance of new products; the impact
of competitive products and pricing; our ability to procure capacity from our
suppliers and the timely performance of their obligations, commodity prices,
interest rates and foreign exchange, potential investment losses as a result of
liquidity conditions, the effects of changing economic and political conditions
in the market domestically and internationally and on our customers; our
relationships with and dependence on customers and growth rates in the personal
computer, consumer electronics and embedded and automotive markets and within
our sales channel; changes in customer order patterns, including order
cancellations or reduced bookings; the effects of tariff, import and currency
regulation; potential or actual litigation; and excess or obsolete inventory and
variations in inventory valuation, among others. In addition, SMSC competes in
the semiconductor industry, which has historically been characterized by intense
competition, rapid technological change, cyclical market patterns, price erosion
and periods of mismatched supply and demand.

Our forward looking statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent
risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations and may not reflect the
potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers or divestitures. All
forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and are based upon
the information available to SMSC at this time. Such statements are subject to
change, and the Company does not undertake to update such statements, except to
the extent required under applicable law and regulation. These and other risks
and uncertainties, including potential liability resulting from pending or
future litigation, are detailed from time to time in the Company's reports filed
with the SEC. Investors are advised to read the Company's Annual Report on Form
10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission, particularly those sections entitled "Other Factors That May Affect
Future Operating Results" or "Risk Factors" for a more complete discussion of
these and other risks and uncertainties.

SMSC and MOST are registered trademarks and Smart Mixed-Signal Connectivity and
TrueAuto are trademarks of Standard Microsystems Corporation. Product names and
company names are trademarks of their respective holders.

Corporate Communications:
SMSC
Carolynne Borders, 631-435-6626
Senior Director, Corporate Communications & Investor Relations
carolynne.borders@smsc.com
or
Media:
McClenahan Bruer Communications
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Public Relations
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Mandy Ahlendorf, +49 (0) 8151 55 50 09-11
Public Relations
mandy.ahlendorf@hueggenberg.com

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