PM50100B1-FEI

Overview

The PM50100B1-FEI is a Switchtec PFX Gen 5 Fanout PCIe switch supporting 100 lanes and 52 ports. It operates at 32 GT/s with up to 26 virtual switch partitions and 48 nontransparent bridges. The device includes hot- and surprise-plug controllers per port, advanced error containment, and an integrated MIPS processor. It supports passive, managed, and optical cables via SFF-8644, OCuLink, and SHPC connectors. Applications include data centers, defense servers, workstations, test equipment, video production, cellular infrastructure, and networking.

Feature Summary

• High-performance non-blocking architecture with logical non-transparent interconnect for larger topologies
• Advanced error containment including AER, DPC, CTS, and end-to-end data integrity protection
• Comprehensive diagnostics with real-time eye capture, external loopback, and ChipLink tools
• Wide breadth of I/O interfaces including TWI, SGPIO, GPIO, UART, MAC ports, and JTAG

Applications

• Data center equipment
• Defense and industrial servers
• Workstations and test equipment
• Video production and broadcasting equipment
• Cellular infrastructure and networking

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Microchip documentation to confirm package type, temperature range, and lead time requirements. Ensure compatibility with the PM52100-KIT evaluation environment if development support is needed. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the manufacturer's datasheet before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this model for high-density fanout applications requiring 100 lanes and 52 ports. Consider partitioning needs as it supports up to 26 virtual switches. Evaluate NTB requirements since up to 48 can be assigned. Check interface compatibility for SFF-8644 or OCuLink connections. Verify power management features like ASPM if energy efficiency is critical.

Part Context

This component belongs to the Switchtec PFX/PSX Gen 5 Fanout PCIe Switch Family. It is designed for high-reliability environments requiring robust error handling and extensive diagnostic capabilities. The family includes variants with different lane counts, ranging from 28 to 100 lanes, catering to diverse system scalability needs.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided source material.