Diodes Incorporated PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB

Overview

PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB from Diodes Incorporated is a PCIe 3.0 packet switch evaluation board supporting 6-lane, 6-port flexible configurations (x1/x2 lane allocation), integrated Gen3 clock buffer, <150 ns typical packet forwarding latency, and dual-host capability via one Cross-Domain End-Point (CDEP) port - used for validating PCIe switch integration in NAS storage and industrial control plane designs.

For engineers reviewing the PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB datasheet, PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB pinout, PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB application, or PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB equivalent, this RDK board enables functional validation of port configuration, DMA channel arbitration, hot-plug behavior, and signal integrity under real PCIe 3.0 link training conditions.

Technical Context

The PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB implements Diodes' PI7C9X3G606GP PCIe 3.0 packet switch in FCA-144 BGA packaging, supporting configurable 3-/5-/6-port topologies with variable lane widths (x1 or x2 per port) and mixed port types (upstream, downstream, CDEP). It embeds 4 physical or 8 virtual DMA channels for host-to-endpoint data movement.

It integrates a PCIe Gen3 clock buffer, supports end-to-end data protection, advanced error reporting, surprise hot-plug with LED enclosure management, and operates across –40°C to +85°C ambient temperature. Power consumption is 2.5 W under full traffic at Tj = 80°C.

Key Specifications

Availability

PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for NAS/storage validation, industrial control plane prototyping, and PCIe switch-based fail-over system development requiring stable component supply and reference design traceability.

Supply support for PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Diodes Incorporated is a global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and integrated circuits, specializing in high-performance analog, logic, and interface solutions for industrial, computing, and communications markets.

The PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB belongs to Diodes' PCIe 3.0 packet switch portfolio, designed specifically to enable scalable, low-latency interconnect in embedded systems requiring multi-host topology, hot-plug resilience, and deterministic DMA routing.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB?

This board is a reference design kit (RDK) for the PI7C9X3G606GP PCIe 3.0 packet switch IC. It provides hardware and diagnostic software tools (PHY Eye, MAC Viewer, PRBS loopback) to validate port configuration, DMA channel behavior, hot-plug response, and signal integrity in real PCIe link environments - not a standalone IC or production module.

Does the PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB support all port configurations listed in the datasheet?

Yes. The board supports all documented PI7C9X3G606GP configurations: 3-port (e.g., 1× upstream + 2× downstream), 5-port, and 6-port topologies, with programmable lane widths (x1 or x2 per port) and mixed port types including one Cross-Domain End-Point (CDEP) port for dual-host applications.

What power supply requirements does the PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB have?

The board requires dual-rail input: 0.95 V for core logic and 1.8 V for I/O, matching the PI7C9X3G606GP's operational voltage specs. Total power draw is 2.5 W under full PCIe 3.0 traffic with all downstream ports active and junction temperature at 80°C - verified per Diodes' base mode characterization.

Can the PI7C9X3G606GPBEVB be used for compliance testing?

Yes. It includes built-in PHY Eye diagram analysis, MAC-level packet inspection, online remote PRBS loopback, and PCIe compliance test support - enabling developers to perform electrical validation, protocol layer debugging, and regulatory conformance checks per PCI-SIG specifications without external test equipment.