The PEX8636-AA50BCF is a high-performance PCI Express (PCIe) switch from PLX Technology, now part of Broadcom. This switch provides a flexible and efficient solution for expanding the number of PCIe ports in a system. It supports PCIe Gen 2 and offers multiple ports for connecting various devices, such as GPUs, network interface cards (NICs), and storage controllers. The PEX8636-AA50BCF is designed for applications requiring high bandwidth and low latency data transfer.

Applications

• Server platforms
• Storage systems
• Networking equipment
• Industrial automation systems
• Embedded systems

Features

• PCIe Gen 2 support
• 36 lanes
• Multiple ports (configurable)
• Low latency
• Advanced error handling
• Hot-plug support

Benefits

• Increased Connectivity: Expands the number of available PCIe ports, enabling greater system flexibility.
• Enhanced Performance: Supports PCIe Gen 2 for high-speed data transfer.
• Reduced Latency: Minimizes delays in data transmission, improving system responsiveness.
• Improved Reliability: Advanced error handling ensures data integrity.
• Simplified Integration: Hot-plug support allows for easy device addition and removal.

Additional Details

The PEX8636-AA50BCF is a 36-lane PCIe switch with configurable ports, allowing designers to tailor the switch configuration to their specific application requirements. It incorporates advanced features such as non-transparent bridging (NTB) for peer-to-peer communication between different systems. The switch is typically used in applications where high bandwidth and low latency are critical, such as in data centers, high-performance computing, and storage systems. It supports various power management features to minimize power consumption. This switch is commonly used to implement complex PCIe topologies, enabling greater system scalability and performance.