Microchip Technology, Inc. Interface - Specialized PM41036B1-F3EI

The PM41036B1-F3EI is a programmable PCIe Gen 4 switch from the Switchtec PSX family, featuring 36 lanes and supporting up to 20 ports and 18 Non-Transparent Bridges (NTBs). It is designed for high-reliability applications, offering advanced error containment features such as Advanced Error Reporting (AER) and Downstream Port Containment (DPC). The switch supports flexible port bifurcation options (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16) and includes hot- and surprise-plug controllers for each port. This switch is equipped with a high-performance DMA controller with up to 64 channels, enabling ultra-low latency data transfer. It also provides comprehensive diagnostics and debugging capabilities, including a Transaction Layer Packet (TLP) generator and real-time eye capture. The PM41036B1-F3EI supports various I/O interfaces, including multiple GPIO pins and Ethernet MAC ports, making it suitable for diverse applications such as PCIe SSD enclosures and high-density servers. Its compact package size of 29 mm x 29 mm allows for efficient integration into space-constrained designs.