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DS160PT801X16EVM: DS160PT801X16EVM

Prashanth Pai B Pai
Prodigy 250 points
Part Number: DS160PT801X16EVM
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: DS160PT801

Tool/software:

We ordered  DS160PT801X16EVM  and received the same. 

Few questions:

  • Is it possible to connect the EVM card directly to an Intel x86 motherboard and interface a NIC card via the CEM socket?
  • Will the retimer board function correctly with its default factory programming, or is additional configuration required

Thanks and regards,

Prashanth Pai B

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    TI__Mastermind 18625 points

    Hi Prashanth,

    Prashanth Pai B Pai said:
    Is it possible to connect the EVM card directly to an Intel x86 motherboard and interface a NIC card via the CEM socket?

    The EVM has a riser card form factor where the bottom of the board has a PCIe x16 gold finger and the top of the board has a PCIe x16 CEM connector. If the motherboard has a x16 CEM connector, the EVM should be able to fit into it. If the NIC card has a PCIe gold finger, it should be able to fit into the top of the EVM.

    Prashanth Pai B Pai said:
    Will the retimer board function correctly with its default factory programming, or is additional configuration required

    I believe the EVM's EEPROM unit is flashed with a basic configuration out of the factory that should allow basic link-up. Have you requested and obtained access to the DS160PT801 Secure Resources folder from the link on the product page? You will need the device information in the full DS160PT801 datasheet as well as the GUI software in order to understand the retimer configuration and make any changes.

    Best,

    Evan Su