PI7C9X760BCLE

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: High-speed PCI Express (PCIe) bridge
• Characteristics:
  • Provides a bridge between the PCIe and PCI buses
  • Supports multiple PCIe lanes and configurations
  • Offers advanced power management features
• Package: QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead) package
• Essence: Enables seamless communication between PCIe and PCI devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels, quantity depends on customer requirements

Specifications

• PCIe Compliance: PCIe 3.0, PCIe 2.0, PCIe 1.1
• PCI Compliance: PCI 3.0, PCI 2.3, PCI 2.2, PCI 2.1, PCI 2.0, PCI 1.0a
• Number of Lanes: Up to 8 PCIe lanes
• Power Management: Supports various power-saving modes
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• RoHS Compliance: Yes

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PI7C9X760BCLE has a total of 128 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-8: PCIe Lane 0 differential pair
• Pins 9-16: PCIe Lane 1 differential pair
• Pins 17-24: PCIe Lane 2 differential pair
• Pins 25-32: PCIe Lane 3 differential pair
• Pins 33-40: PCIe Lane 4 differential pair
• Pins 41-48: PCIe Lane 5 differential pair
• Pins 49-56: PCIe Lane 6 differential pair
• Pins 57-64: PCIe Lane 7 differential pair
• Pins 65-72: PCI Bus 0 signals
• Pins 73-80: PCI Bus 1 signals
• Pins 81-88: PCI Bus 2 signals
• Pins 89-96: PCI Bus 3 signals
• Pins 97-104: Power and ground pins
• Pins 105-112: Configuration and control pins
• Pins 113-120: Reserved pins
• Pins 121-128: Miscellaneous pins

Functional Features

• Bridge Functionality: Enables communication between PCIe and PCI buses
• Lane Configuration: Supports up to 8 PCIe lanes for flexible connectivity options
• Power Management: Provides advanced power-saving features for efficient operation
• Hot Plug Support: Allows for hot insertion and removal of PCIe devices
• Error Handling: Implements error detection and reporting mechanisms
• Clock Generation: Generates necessary clocks for proper data synchronization

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Seamless integration of PCIe and PCI devices - Flexible lane configuration options - Advanced power management capabilities - Robust error handling mechanisms - Hot plug support for easy device installation/removal

Disadvantages: - Limited to PCIe and PCI bus compatibility only - Requires proper configuration for optimal performance - May not be suitable for applications requiring higher data transfer rates

Working Principles

The PI7C9X760BCLE acts as a bridge between the PCIe and PCI buses. It receives data from PCIe devices and converts it into a format compatible with the PCI bus, allowing seamless communication between the two. The bridge also handles power management, error detection, and clock generation to ensure reliable and efficient data transfer.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The PI7C9X760BCLE is commonly used in various applications, including:

1. Desktop Computers: Enables expansion of PCIe slots by connecting them to existing PCI peripherals.
2. Industrial Automation: Facilitates communication between modern PCIe-based control systems and legacy PCI devices.
3. Embedded Systems: Integrates PCIe and PCI devices in compact systems with limited space.
4. Networking Equipment: Bridges the gap between PCIe-based network cards and older PCI-based routers or switches.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. PI7C9X2G303EL: Similar functionality, but supports PCIe 4.0 for higher data transfer rates.
2. PI7C9X442SL: Offers dual bridge functionality, allowing communication between two separate PCIe and PCI buses.
3. PI7C9X111SL: Designed specifically for automotive applications, providing robust performance in harsh environments.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of alternative models. Please refer to the manufacturer's documentation for a complete list of available options.

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