PCI Express System Architecture - Addison Wesley

PCI Express System Architecture provides an in-depth
description and comprehensive reference to the PCI Express standard.
The book contains information needed for design, verification, and
test, as well as background information essential for writing low-level
BIOS and device drivers. In addition, it offers valuable insight into
the technology’s evolution and cutting-edge features.

Following
an overview of the PCI Express architecture, the book moves on to cover
transaction protocols, the physical/electrical layer, power management,
configuration, and more. Specific topics covered include:

• Split transaction protocol
• Packet format and definition, including use of each field
• ACK/NAK protocol
• Traffic Class and Virtual Channel applications and use
• Flow control initialization and operation
• Error checking mechanisms and reporting options
• Switch design issues
• Advanced Power Management mechanisms and use
• Active State Link power management
• Hot Plug design and operation
• Message transactions
• Physical layer functions
• Electrical signaling characteristics and issues
• PCI Express enumeration procedures
• Configuration register definitions

Thoughtfully organized, featuring a plethora of illustrations, and comprehensive in scope, PCI Express System Architecture is an essential resource for anyone working with this important technology.

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