Xgig Flying Lead, 4-Lane Probe for PCI Express 5.0

Provides the data signal connection between a device under test and the VIAVI Protocol Analyzer chassis
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The VIAVI Solutions Xgig® PCIe 5.0 Flying-Lead Probe provides a data signal tap to the link between host and endpoint devices. Each Probe provides flexible and replaceable solder-down probe tips for attaching to the device under test (DUT). Using up to four Flying Lead Probes, the analyzer will support up to x16 lane width.

The VIAVI Xgig Flying Lead Probe supports the Analyzer functions of the VIAVI Xgig PCIe5 system chassis. The intended use of this Probe is for capturing signals between controller ICs on the same PCB where there is no connector providing an access point. Single-Board-Computers (SBC) often include many PCIe linked controllers, as do other embedded and industrial system designs. Working together with the Analyzer, the Flying-Lead Probe is used to debug and verify new hardware ICs, new system hardware implementations, firmware, validation of system BIOS and software, and supports manufacturing test.

Benefits

  • Flexible and replaceable tip design simplifies access to tight spaces 
  • Tips can be staggered without creating interference
  • Up to four Xgig 4-lane Flying Lead Probes can be used together to test up to 16 lanes
  • Enables capture and decoding of complex PCIe test cases
  • Maximum flexibility in analyzing and debugging protocol issues

Applications

  • Captures signals between controller ICs on the same PCB where there is no connector providing an access point
  • Used to debug and verify new hardware ICs, new system hardware implementations, firmware, validation of system BIOS and software, and supports manufacturing test.
  • Works with all VIAVI Xgig PCIe5 analysis chassis

Highlights

  • Operates up to 32GT/s, PCIe 5.0 data rates 
  • Downward compatible with PCIe 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 data rates 
  • One Probe supports link widths of 1, 2, and 4-lanes 
  • Multiple Probes can expand link widths to 16-lanes
  • Probe supports simultaneous upstream and downstream capture
  • Supplied with high-quality high-speed custom cables for Analyzer attachment
  • Optional clock probe is available to better lock into the incoming signal
  • Data path uses high-sensitivity amplifiers to ensure good signal capture with little or no tuning
  • Supports PCIe sideband signal triggering and capture
  • Probe power is independent of host system
  • Power supply, 120/220 input, 12V/3A output
  • LEDs provide quick indicators of power and status
  • Supported by VIAVI Xgig tool suite including Trace Control, Expert and Serialytics
     

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    Our products live in rugged environments for over 10 years with 1000s of test connect/disconnect cycles.  We will be there to support you to ensure components that require maintenance like connectors, batteries, and software updates to ensure you are ready to test accurately for years to come. We apply factory procedures that use fast, automated calibration and functional verification, maintenance using OEM parts and the application of all engineering change orders and software updates. Services are available through contract Care plans, FleetCare or per incident as requests. 

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    • Minimize business disruption
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    • Measurement Compliance, TL9000 certification and OEM Standards

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