Diodes PI7C9X3G808G 8-Port PCIe 3.0 Packet Switch

Diodes Inc. has introduced the PI7C9X3G808G, a PCIe 3.0 packet switch capable of delivering the elevated performance parameters mandated by modern data center, cloud computing, NAS, and telecom infrastructure implementations.

The packet switch supports 8-lane operation, accommodating 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8-port configurations. Cut-through, store and forward modes can be utilized with a packet forwarding latency of less than 150ns (typical) being supported.

The proprietary architecture employed in the PI7C9X3G808GP packet switch provides enhanced flexibility and performance. Multiple port/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 allows for a reduction in the overall component count and helps to curb BOM costs. This integrated buffer is unique, because of its low-power operation. Three different reference clock options can be used: common, separate reference no spread (SRNS, and separate reference independent spread (SRIS). Multiple direct memory access channels have been embedded into the switch, in order to make communication between host (or hosts) and connected end-points efficient.

Features include error-handling, error reporting, and end-to-end data protection with error correction – key functionality in terms of reliability, availability, and serviceability. The power management means that this switch is aligned with string energy-saving requirements. Unused hot-pluggable ports are kept in a low-power state until needed. Under full load conditions and 80°C junction temperature, the PI7C9X3G808GP will draw 2.9W of power.

It is supplied in a high-performance flip-chip package, with 196-ball BGA format. It has dimensions of 15x15mm. This next gen packet switch has a unit price of $20.13 in 1,000 piece quantities.

About Diodes Inc.
The company, a Standard and Poor’s SmallCap 600 and Russell 3000 Index company, delivers  semiconductor products to the world’s companies in the consumer electronics, computing, communications, industrial, and automotive markets. It leverages its expanded product portfolio of discrete, analog, and mixed-signal products and packaging technology to meet customers’ needs. Its range of application-specific solutions and solutions-focused sales, coupled with operations of 31 sites, including engineering, testing, manufacturing, and customer service, enables the firm to be a provider for volume, growth markets.