Teledyne LeCroy PETracer PCI Express Edge User Manual - Manual (Page 13)

PETracer Edge User Manual Chapter 1: Overview
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1.3 PETracer Edge
The PETracer Edge Analyzer uses a high-impedance, non-intrusive probing technology,
allowing full, unaltered data pass-through. The analyzer supports bidirectional x1, x2, and
x4 PCI Express link data capture and analysis. It supports PCI Express specification
version 2.0 at 2.5 GB/s per lane. This product is ideal for anyone doing protocol
development for add-in boards, servers, desktops, and workstations.
The PETracer Edge Analyzer installs directly in the PCI Express downstream slot,
between the Root Complex and the card under test.
The PCI Express PETracer Edge is offered in two classes: PRO and EXPERT.
PRO users will appreciate a low cost but highly featured class of analyzer.
EXPERT users will recognize advanced features that enable deep analysis for error
troubleshooting of bus management and protocol operation issues. Both classes of the
PCI Express PETracer Edge have many innovative features that dramatically reduce
debugging time, accelerating time-to-market for PCI Express solutions.
The PCI Express PETracer Edge utilizes the CATC Trace to assist users in analyzing how
PCI Express components work together in diagnosing problems. The CATC Trace is a
powerful and intuitive expert software system, embedding detailed knowledge of the
protocol hierarchy and intricacies, as defined in the protocol specification.