MAX14950A
Single-Lane PCIe Equalizer/Redriver
General Description
Benefits and Features
The MAX14950A dual equalizer/redriver improves PCI
Express (PCIe) signal integrity by providing program-
S Innovative Design Eliminates Need for Costly
External Components
®
mable input equalization. This feature reduces deter-
ministic jitter and redrives circuitry to reestablish deem-
phasis, which compensates for circuit-board loss at high
frequencies. The device permits optimal placement of
key PCIe components and allows for longer runs of strip-
line, microstrip, or cable.
Single +3.3V Supply Operation
S Increased Design Flexibility for Backward-
Compatible Applications
Optimized for PCIe Gen III (8GT/s) and
Gen II (5GT/s) Signals and Compatible with
Gen I (2.5GT/s) Signals
The device contains two identical channels capable
of equalizing PCIe Gen III (8GT/s), Gen II (5GT/s), and
Gen I (2.5GT/s) signals and features electrical idle and
receiver detection.
S High Level of Integration for Performance
Random Jitter: 0.5ps
, Deterministic
RMS
Jitter: 7ps
p-p
Four-Level-Programmable Input Equalization
Eight-Level-Programmable Output Emphasis
Electrical Idle Detection
Receiver Detection Permits Completely
Transparent Operation
The MAX14950A is available in a small, 40-pin, 5.0mm
x 5.0mm TQFN package with flow-through traces for
optimal layout and minimal space requirements. It is
specified over the 0NC to +70NC commercial operating
temperature range.
S Ideal for Space-Sensitive Applications
On-Chip 50I Input/Output Terminations
40-Pin, 5.0mm x 5.0mm TQFN Packaging
Applications
Servers
Ordering Information appears at end of data sheet.
Test Equipment
External Graphics Applications
Communications Switchers
Storage Area Networks
For related parts and recommended products to use with this part,
refer to www.maximintegrated.com/MAX14950A.related.
Typical Operating Circuit
MAIN BOARD
REMOTE BOARD
MIDPLANE
SINGLE DIFFERENTIAL PAIR
Tx
Rx
Tx
MAX14950A
PCIe
PCIe
Rx
SINGLE DIFFERENTIAL PAIR
CONNECTORS
PCI Express is a registered service mark of PCI-SIG Corporation.
For pricing, delivery, and ordering information, please contact Maxim Direct at
1-888-629-4642, or visit Maxim Integrated’s website at www.maximintegrated.com.
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