Diodes Incorporated — PI7C9X3G808GP PCIe^® Packet Switch

Diodes Incorporated has introduced the PI7C9X3G808GP, a PCIe^® 3.0 packet switch capable of satisfying the requirement for high-speed data transfer in the latest data center and telecoms infrastructure installations.

The packet switch supports eight-lane operation, accommodating two-, three-, four-, five-, and eight-port configurations. The switch supports cut-through, store and forward modes, and a packet-forwarding latency of less than 150ns.

The proprietary architecture employed in the PI7C9X3G808GP provides enhanced flexibility and performance. Multiple port- and lane-width combinations are available, as well as Cross-Domain End-Point (CDEP) arrangements. Thanks to its CDEP capabilities, the PI7C9X3G808GP supports fan-out and dual-host connectivity.

The built-in PCIe 3.0 clock buffer reduces component count and helps to limit bill-of-materials costs. The low-power operation of the integrated buffer makes it unique. Three different reference clock options can be used: