PI7C9X760BBLEX

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: High-speed PCI Express (PCIe) bridge
• Characteristics:
  • Supports PCIe Gen3 and Gen2
  • Low power consumption
  • Small form factor
  • High reliability
• Package: Ball Grid Array (BGA)
• Essence: Bridge chip for connecting PCIe devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels, quantity depends on order size

Specifications

• PCIe Compliance: PCIe Base Specification Rev. 3.0 and Rev. 2.0
• Lane Configuration: x4, x2, or x1
• Data Rate: Up to 8 GT/s per lane
• Power Supply: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Package Dimensions: 10mm x 10mm BGA

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PI7C9X760BBLEX has a total of 100 pins arranged in a specific configuration. Please refer to the datasheet provided by the manufacturer for the detailed pinout diagram.

Functional Features

• Bridge Functionality: Enables communication between PCIe devices with different lane configurations.
• Auto-Negotiation: Automatically adjusts the link width and speed based on the capabilities of connected devices.
• Advanced Error Reporting: Provides detailed error information for efficient debugging and troubleshooting.
• Hot Plug Support: Allows devices to be added or removed without shutting down the system.
• Clock Generation: Generates stable clock signals required for PCIe operation.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed data transfer capability - Compact size for space-constrained designs - Low power consumption for energy-efficient systems - Reliable performance for mission-critical applications

Disadvantages: - Limited compatibility with older PCIe versions - Higher cost compared to traditional bridge solutions

Working Principles

The PI7C9X760BBLEX acts as a bridge between PCIe devices, allowing them to communicate seamlessly. It receives data from one device and transmits it to another, ensuring compatibility between different lane configurations. The chip also handles error reporting, clock generation, and hot plug support to enhance system reliability and flexibility.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The PI7C9X760BBLEX is widely used in various applications, including: - Desktop and laptop computers - Servers and data centers - Industrial automation systems - Networking equipment - Gaming consoles

In these applications, the chip enables the connection of PCIe devices with different lane configurations, facilitating high-speed data transfer and enhancing overall system performance.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• PI7C9X2G303ELBEX: PCIe Gen3 x2/x1 Bridge
• PI7C9X2G303SLBEX: PCIe Gen3 x2/x1 Switch
• PI7C9X2G303SLBEX: PCIe Gen3 x4/x2/x1 Switch

These alternative models offer similar functionality but may have different lane configurations or additional features based on specific application requirements.

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