PEX8664-AA50RBC F

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Overview

The PEX8664-AA50RBC F is a PCI Express Gen 2 switch manufactured by Broadcom Limited. It features a 64-lane, 16-port architecture with integrated 5.0 GT/s SerDes. The device utilizes a 35 x 35mm, 1156-ball FCBGA package and supports SMD/SMT installation. Typical power consumption is 7.9 Watts, with a propagation delay of 176 ns. It enables multi-host PCIe switching for scalable, non-blocking interconnections in server and storage applications.

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Feature Summary

• Supports Multi-Host PCI Express switching capability for connecting multiple hosts to endpoints
• Provides scalable, high bandwidth, non-blocking interconnection architecture
• Enables legacy single-host or multi-host mode configurations with host failover support

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Applications

• Servers requiring high-bandwidth connectivity
• Switch fabrics for data center environments
• Clustered systems utilizing multi-host architectures

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'F' against official Broadcom documentation to confirm exact manufacturing revision and compliance status. Confirm RoHS compliance details directly from the datasheet. Ensure the 1156-ball FCBGA package matches the target PCB footprint. Validate that the 176 ns latency meets system timing requirements.

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Selection Notes

Select this component when a 64-lane, 16-port PCIe Gen 2 solution is required. Compare against the PEX8664-AA50BC F variant for package and suffix differences. Consider the PEX8696 series if higher port counts are needed. Verify thermal management capabilities for the 7.9 Watt typical power dissipation in the intended enclosure.

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Part Context

This part belongs to the PEX 8664 family of PCIe switches designed for enterprise infrastructure. It serves as an alternative to older generations of PCIe switches, offering improved bandwidth and lower latency. The device is part of Broadcom's portfolio for server and storage connectivity solutions.

Analog Switches - Special Purpose Replacement Considerations

The PEX8664-AA50BC F is a related variant within the same product family. Verify pinout compatibility and electrical specifications before substitution. No other direct public substitutes are confirmed.