VIAVI Solutions Inc. announced that its Xgig platform for PCI Express (PCIe) 6.0 specification testing has achieved Gold Suite acceptance from PCI-SIG. This recognition authorizes the platform for PCIe 6.0 link and transaction protocol compliance testing at PCI-SIG compliance workshops globally. The development is significant for accelerating interoperability across next-generation PCIe technology ecosystems, particularly those supporting AI workloads and high-performance computing applications.

Products that successfully pass PCIe compliance testing are added to the PCI-SIG Integrators List, providing buyers and system integrators with a verified reference of interoperable, standards-compliant components. With Gold Suite acceptance, the VIAVI Xgig PCIe 6.0 platform is now authorized to support compliance testing in preparation for PCI-SIG compliance workshops.

Platform Capabilities

The VIAVI Xgig PCIe 6.0 platform builds on a multifunction architecture, integrating protocol analysis, traffic generation, and error injection within a unified system. Designed for flexibility and scalability, the platform supports advanced debug, validation, and compliance workflows required for next-generation PCIe devices and systems.

Industry Impact

Tom Fawcett, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Lab & Production, VIAVI, highlighted the specification's role in supporting AI workloads. "Designed to support AI workloads and other high-performance computing applications, PCIe 6.0 specification delivers faster, more dependable data transfer, driving greater overall efficiency," said Fawcett.

Al Yanes, President and Chairperson, PCI-SIG, emphasized the importance of robust compliance testing. "As PCIe 6.0 technology scales to meet the demands of AI and high-performance computing, robust compliance testing is critical to delivering the interoperability needed by our members," said Yanes.

VIAVI Solutions Inc. has announced a TETRA MS radio base station simulator option for its field-portable CX300 communications service monitor. The upgrade enables full testing without placing radios in T1 test mode, streamlining and accelerating validation of mission-critical communication systems.

The new option is designed to enhance the efficiency of field testing for TETRA radios. By eliminating the need for T1 test mode, the CX300 monitor allows technicians to perform comprehensive validations more quickly. This development is particularly relevant for maintaining the reliability of mission-critical communication networks.

VIAVI Solutions Inc. specializes in network test, measurement, and assurance solutions. The CX300 communications service monitor is a key product in its portfolio, used for servicing and maintaining a wide range of communication systems.

Key Features of the Upgrade

• TETRA MS Radio Base Station Simulator: Enables full testing capabilities.
• No T1 Test Mode Required: Simplifies the testing process.
• Field-Portable Design: Enhances usability in various environments.

The introduction of this option underscores VIAVI's commitment to improving the operational efficiency of communication service providers and field technicians.