Description

This report summarizes the results of SAS/SATA testing using TI’s DS125BR820 and DS125BR401A Low-Power 12.5 Gbps 8-Channel Repeaters. The TI devices are tested in an external miniSAS-HD environment and directly using a DS125BR820EVM. The test results will demonstrate how linear equalization can improve system margin and allow for the extended channel configurations that are required in the latest