Features

The PHY offers the following features:

  • Rates supported: Gen 1 (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (5.0 GT/s), Gen 3 (8.0 GT/s), Gen 4 (16.0 GT/s), and Gen 5 (32.0 GT/s)
  • Adaptive RX Continuous-Time Linear Equalizer and Decision Feedback Equalizer
  • Adaptive and programmable TX equalization
  • Advanced, built-in diagnostics accessible via Microchip ChipLink tool