PI3PCIE3412AZLE

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) Switch
• Characteristics: High-speed data transfer, low power consumption
• Package: 48-pin QFN (Quad Flat No-Lead)
• Essence: Facilitates the connection and communication between multiple PCIe devices
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Number of Ports: 12
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 8 gigatransfers per second (GT/s)
• Operating Voltage: 1.2V
• Power Consumption: Low power mode available
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• ESD Protection: ±8kV (Human Body Model)

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PI3PCIE3412AZLE features a 48-pin QFN package with the following pin configuration:

1. Port 1 Transmit Data (TXD1)
2. Port 1 Receive Data (RXD1)
3. Port 2 Transmit Data (TXD2)
4. Port 2 Receive Data (RXD2)
5. Port 3 Transmit Data (TXD3)
6. Port 3 Receive Data (RXD3)
7. Port 4 Transmit Data (TXD4)
8. Port 4 Receive Data (RXD4)
9. Port 5 Transmit Data (TXD5)
10. Port 5 Receive Data (RXD5)
11. Port 6 Transmit Data (TXD6)
12. Port 6 Receive Data (RXD6)
13. Port 7 Transmit Data (TXD7)
14. Port 7 Receive Data (RXD7)
15. Port 8 Transmit Data (TXD8)
16. Port 8 Receive Data (RXD8)
17. Port 9 Transmit Data (TXD9)
18. Port 9 Receive Data (RXD9)
19. Port 10 Transmit Data (TXD10)
20. Port 10 Receive Data (RXD10)
21. Port 11 Transmit Data (TXD11)
22. Port 11 Receive Data (RXD11)
23. Port 12 Transmit Data (TXD12)
24. Port 12 Receive Data (RXD12)
25. Ground (GND)
26. Ground (GND)
27. Ground (GND)
28. Ground (GND)
29. Power Supply (VDD)
30. Power Supply (VDD)
31. Power Supply (VDD)
32. Power Supply (VDD)
33. Port 1 Lane Reversal Control (LRC1)
34. Port 2 Lane Reversal Control (LRC2)
35. Port 3 Lane Reversal Control (LRC3)
36. Port 4 Lane Reversal Control (LRC4)
37. Port 5 Lane Reversal Control (LRC5)
38. Port 6 Lane Reversal Control (LRC6)
39. Port 7 Lane Reversal Control (LRC7)
40. Port 8 Lane Reversal Control (LRC8)
41. Port 9 Lane Reversal Control (LRC9)
42. Port 10 Lane Reversal Control (LRC10)
43. Port 11 Lane Reversal Control (LRC11)
44. Port 12 Lane Reversal Control (LRC12)
45. Clock Input (CLK)
46. Clock Output (CLKOUT)
47. Reset (RESET#)
48. Interrupt Output (INT#)

Functional Features

• Supports PCIe Gen3 and backward compatibility with Gen2 and Gen1
• Provides lane reversal control for each port
• Offers clock input and output for synchronization purposes
• Includes reset and interrupt outputs for system management

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-speed data transfer capability - Low power consumption - Compact package size - Wide operating temperature range

Disadvantages: - Limited number of ports (12 in this case) - Requires additional components for complete system integration

Working Principles

The PI3PCIE3412AZLE functions as a PCIe switch, enabling multiple PCIe devices to communicate with each other. It operates based on the PCIe protocol, which allows for high-speed data transfer between devices. The switch manages the routing of data packets between the connected devices, ensuring efficient and reliable communication.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The PI3PCIE3412AZLE is commonly used in various applications, including:

1. Desktop computers and workstations
2. Servers and data centers
3. Networking equipment
4. Industrial automation systems
5. Gaming consoles
6. Embedded systems