The Mahogany Evaluation Kit (EVK) enables the testing and evaluation of the Microchip Switchtec PFX PM40052 Gen4 PCIe Switch in low-lane configurations. The EVK can be installed in a PCIe host slot to enable connections to up to 9 Gen4 x4 endpoint devices, such as NVMe SSDs. The Switchtec PFX Gen4 PCIe switches are configurable and managed through external interfaces, utilizing an embedded processor running turnkey firmware stored in flash memory. The EVK contains an evaluation board, cables, turnkey firmware, and ChipLink Diagnostic Tools software. ChipLink is convenient and easy-to-use Windows/Mac/Linux-based GUI that provides access to all hardware functions and status information. The Mahogany EVK was designed in close collaboration with Microchip to ensure customers receive a high-performance, robust platform to conduct testing and validation for low-lane count applications. Unigen also offers customization services should customers require a subset of features or unique form factors.
Mahogany
Features
• PCIe Gen4 52-lane Evaluation Kit
• Switchtec PFX PM40052 PCIe Switch
• Supports nine (9) Gen4 x4 Endpoint Devices
• Designed and produced in collaboration with Microchip
• FW ready to go and loaded for immediate testing and evaluation
• Fully compatible with Microchip tools; Chiplink SW etc…
• Unigen also offers PCB customization services for production
• Supported Application and Design Engineering
• Kit Includes: Eval Board, Mounting Bracket, (9) MCIO to U.2 Cables, Standoffs & Screws, User Guide
Available exclusively through Unigen’s distribution partner Future Electronics:
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Benefits
PCIe Gen4 52-lane Evaluation Kit
The MAHOGANY Evaluation Kit (EVK) is designed specifically for testing and evaluating the Microchip Switchtec PFX PM40052 Gen4 PCIe Switch in low-lane configurations.
Designed in Close Collaboration w/ Microchip
Unigen and Microchip have partnered on the development of MAHOGANY, ensuring a high-performance, easy-to-use evaluation board.
Compatible ChipLink Diagnostic Tools
MAHOGANY leverages the robust tools and software infrastructure developed by Microchip. Out of box, the EVK is ready to go for immediate testing and evaluation.
Unigen Customization Services
Although the MAHOGANY EVK was designed with the robustness and reliability of a production board, Unigen recognizes that there will likely be customization needed to meet specific application requirements. The Unigen design team is ready to implement these changes toward a full turnkey product manufactured in our state-of-the-art factories.
Specifications
| Appearance | ||
| Dimensions | 170 x 190 x 27 (mm) | |
| Weight | 227g | |
| Form Factor | PCIe AIC | |
| Interface | ||
| Interface | PCIe Gen 4 x52 lanes | |
| Operating Environment | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 70°C | |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C ~ 95°C | |
| Non-Operating Humidity | 5% ~ 90% | |
| Non-Operating Shock | 500G | |
| Non-Operating Vibration | 5G | |
| Power | ||
| Power Requirement | PCIe 12V (66/75W), ATX PCIe 12V (75W), ATX CPU 12V (150W) | |
| Power Consumption (idle) | < 50W | |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read/Write (max.) | Read: 252 GT/s (16 lanes Gen 4) Write: 252 GT/s (16 lanes Gen 4) | |
| 4K Random Read/Write (IOPS max.) | Read: 252 GT/s (16 lanes Gen 4) Write: 252 GT/s (16 lanes Gen 4) | |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | ≒1,000,000 hrs |
Ordering Information
| Part Number | Capacity |
| UPSAB09A3F1I UGN | N/A |