In PCIe interfaces, low-power management using side-band signals is a key requirement for the adoption of SSDs in consumer products. PERST#, CLKREQ#, REFCLK, and PWR signals need to be sequenced properly during device power-on and restart. Consumer products routinely enter power-save or low-power states as needed; during this time, REFCLK is turned off to conserve energy. To transition back to normal operating mode, side-band signals and REFCLK must be sequenced within a specified timeframe.
What Will You Learn?
During this webinar, Prodigy Technovations will provide insight into measuring and analyzing PWR, CLKREQ#, REFCLK, and PERST# signals under various device conditions. The session will showcase how the new PGY-PCIeLP-SBA product captures these signals and performs precise timing measurements. You’ll also understand how its powerful debug features help engineers quickly locate failure causes.
This low-cost, portable solution makes it easier to deploy and debug low-power SSDs operating at 32 Gbps data rates.
Agenda
- Overview of side-band signals in PCIe (PERST#, CLKREQ#, REFCLK, PWR)
- Sequencing and behavior during power-on and low-power states
- Challenges in SSD adoption for consumer products
- Demonstration of PGY-PCIeLP-SBA in capturing and analyzing signals
- Debug techniques using precise timing measurements
- Q&A session
We look forward to your participation!
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Speakers
Godfree Coelho
Director, brings over 25 years of experience in the test and measurement industry. Before founding Prodigy Technovations, he held key roles at Tektronix, HP, and Agilent Technologies, focusing on product management and sales. During his tenure at Tektronix, he defined the product roadmap for power measurement solutions, led the launch of the initial power measurement software, and co-authored three patents. Since 2009, he has driven Prodigy Technovations’ growth, securing top-tier semiconductor companies as customers.
He holds a B.E. in Electronics and Communication from Mysore University and a postgraduate degree in business management from XLRI Jamshedpur.
Vibhav Karki
Senior Engineering Manager – Software, has over 15+ years of industry experience with deep expertise in the development of system software and applications. He is actively involved in the architecture, design, and implementation of various high-speed protocols. Vibhav has been with Prodigy Technovations for 10+ years now. Vibhav graduated with a B.E from Visvesvaraya Technological University.
