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 protocolPacket format and definition, including use of each fieldACK/NAK protocolTraffic Class and Virtual Channel applications and useFlow control initialization and operationError checking mechanisms and reporting optionsSwitch design issuesAdvanced Power Management mechanisms and useActive State Link power managementHot Plug design and operationMessage transactionsPhysical layer functionsElectrical signaling characteristics and issuesPCI Express enumeration proceduresConfiguration register definitionsThoughtfully 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.MindShare's PC System Architecture Series is a crisply written and comprehensive set of guides to the most important PC hardware standards.
Books in the series are intended for use by hardware and software designers, programmers, and support personnel. 0321156307B08262003
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