PCI-X 2.0 Frequently Asked Questions

PCI-X 2.0 Frequently Asked Questions
PCI-X 2.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How are PCI-X versions 1.0 and 2.0 related to PCI? Are they the same?
A1: PCI-X 2.0 is the next generation of PCI. It builds upon previous generations of PCI including the electricals,
protocols, signals names and functions, connectors, etc. It also maintains backward compatibility with conventional
PCI. It is the next logical advance in the world’s most popular PC bus. There have been many generations of PCI,
which all build upon each other. The PCI bus began with a 32-bit / 33MHz specification. Over time, to increase
performance, 64-bit and 66MHz versions were introduced. To increase the bus speed and reduce latency PCI-X 1.0 was
developed, with a maximum clock