Xgig U.3-Server, 4-lane Interposer Module for PCI Express 5.0

The VIAVI Solutions Xgig U.3-Server, 4-lane Interposer for PCI Express® 5.0 is an active Interposer optimized for development, debugging and performance tuning of NVMe SSD operation in high-density storage servers. Bidirectional PCIe 5.0 protocol data on 4 lanes is captured at 32GTps for analysis. The Interposer supports either 1 link of 4 lanes, or 2 links of 2 lanes. It is compliant to the SFF-TA-1001 connections standard for PCIe signals.

Benefits

• Provides consistent, repeatable capture of link training, equalization negotiation and other data
• Quicker NVMe SSD debugging and faster time to market
• Lower engineering costs

Applications

• Supported by VIAVI Analyzer tools for trace capture with filter, trigger and more
• Supports error injection for deep system analysis
• Interfaces with Xgig Exerciser for endpoint emulation
• Works together with the VIAVVI Xgig 5P8 and 5P16 PCIe 5.0 Analyzer/Exerciser/Jammer chassis

Key Features

• Operates up to 32GTps, PCIe 5.0 data rates
• Downward compatible with PCIe data rates of 2.5, 5.0, 8.0 and 16GTps
• Supports 1-link of 4-lanes, or 2-links of 2- lanes
• Adjustable tray clamps and quick-release latch allow for snug fit and quick SSD swap
• Data path uses high-speed linear redrivers to ensure good signal capture with little or no tuning
• Supplied with high-quality, custom cables for Analyzer system attachment
• Supports Analyzer side-band signal capture and triggering via custom cable
• Supplied power brick makes interposer power independent of host system