Abstract: An integrated module incorporates not only a cable socket, but also a chip carrier for an integrated circuit and a daughter card for discrete components. The module can be mounted on any printed circuit board, within a switch, router, hub or other network device. A network socket, one or more integrated circuits and all discrete components (resistors, capacitors, coil, etc.) are contained within the module. The functionality of a transceiver and a media access controller are split into a digital portion and an analog portion. Each of the digital and analog functionality is implemented on a separate integrated circuit and both integrated circuits are placed next to one another in the chip carrier within the integrated module. Shielding around the socket is extended to surround the entire integrated module. The metal shielding extends underneath the integrated module and contacts the copper base of the chip carrier to serve as a heat sink.