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3.17. PCIe Interface*
EG06 includes a PCIe interface which is compliant with PCI Express Specification Revision 2.1. The key
features of the PCIe interface are shown below:
PCI Express Specification Revision 2.1 compliance
Data rate at 5Gbps per lane
Can be used to connect to an external Ethernet IC (MAC and PHY) or WLAN IC.
The following table shows the pin definition of PCIe interface.
Table 22: Pin Definition of the PCIe Interface
In order to enhance the reliability and availability in applications, please follow the criteria below in the
PCIe interface circuit design:
In master mode, it is an input
signal.
In slave mode, it is an output
signal.
If unused, keep it open.
In master mode, it is an input
signal.
In slave mode, it is an output
signal.
If unused, keep it open.