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IC3PCI-X 2.0
This course covers the PCI-X bus version 2.0

Objectives

  • The course explains the architecture of PCI-X based systems.
  • The reset sequence used to select the mode (PCI or PCI-X) and the frequency is detailed.
  • The course explains split transactions.
  • Transfer protocol is described in details with the assistance of the Lecroy analyser.
A more detailed course description is available on request at formation@ac6-formation.com
  • Knowledge of PCI 3.0: see our course reference IC1 - PCI 3.0 course
  • Theoretical course
    • PDF material in English (printed for face-to-face); online over Teams.
    • Trainer assistance throughout.
  • Each session starts with a trainee check-in.
  • Any embedded systems engineer or technician with the above prerequisites.
  • Prerequisites are checked before the training.
  • Progress is assessed by quizzes at the end of sections.
  • Each trainee receives a completion certificate.
  • If a prerequisite gap appears, alternative or additional training is offered.

Course Outline

  • PCI restrictions : data rate is not sufficient for Fibre Channel, Ultra SCSI or Gigabit Ethernet applications
  • PCI-X technology overview
  • Segments and switched fabric
  • Relationship between the number of slots and the operation frequency
  • Register / register approach, effect on the performance
  • Current / voltage curves
  • Decoupling rules
  • PCIXCOMP pin utility
  • Behavior of a PCI-X motherboard when a PCI board is present
  • Behavior of a PCI-X expansion board when it is plugged in a PCI motherboard
  • New commands
  • Alignment rules
  • PCI MEM space address decoding
  • Attribute phase
  • Split transactions
  • Sequence numbering
  • Data cachability indication
  • Exclusive access
  • Arbitration, bus parking
  • Capability list PCI-X structure
  • New registers description
  • Bus error management
Duration
2 days
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Registrations are accepted till one week before the start date for scheduled classes. For late registrations, please consult us.

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This course can be provided either remotely, in our Paris training center or worldwide on your premises.

Scheduled classes are confirmed as soon as there is two confirmed bookings. Bookings are accepted until 1 week before the course start.

Last update of course schedule: 27 June 2026

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