AI servers have entered an era defined by extreme computational throughput. From data centers and HPC environments to large-scale AI model training clusters, every AI server is now subjected to unprecedented demands—long-duration operation, sustained high workloads, and massive bandwidth requirements.
As PCIe technology advances into the Gen6 era (64 GT/s, PAM4), system margins become increasingly fragile. Every signal path, connector, and insertion cycle can influence overall stability.
Our Solution InquiryWhy Test Fixtures Become Even More Critical at PCIe Gen6 Speeds
With PCIe Gen6 adopting PAM4 signaling, signal integrity (SI) tolerances are dramatically reduced. A high quality test fixture is no longer a simple signal extension tool; it must satisfy multiple stringent requirements, including:
- Minimizing insertion loss
- Maintaining impedance consistency
- Controlling reflections and crosstalk within acceptable limits
- Ensuring measurement results truly reflect DUT performance—not fixture-induced artifacts
High-Quality Fixtures Deliver Value—Poor Fixtures Create Risk
A qualified and reliable PCIe Gen6 / APEC test fixture is not merely about accurate measurement. A strategic upfront investment can significantly reduce post-launch costs while delivering long-term stability benefits. In contrast, selecting a poorly designed PCIe test fixture may expose enterprises to increased post-release risks and unforeseen challenges.
Allion Golden Methodology
Comprehensive Support for PCIe and APEC Test Fixtures
With decades of experience in high-speed signal validation, Allion integrates industry recognized standard fixtures with deep technical expertise through its proprietary Golden Methodology. This approach ensures every fixture meets optimal SI design standards and delivers stable, repeatable measurement results.
From R&D and engineering validation to stable mass-production solutions, and even customized APEC test requirements, Allion provides end-to-end support covering design, tuning, and measurement to help customers establish a solid foundation in high-speed validation.
Time to Market with Quality: Allion Paving the Way to Success for Your Products
In the high-speed AI server era, enterprises need more than high-performance hardware. They need reliable foundational test capabilities. A precise and dependable PCIe Gen6 test fixture reveals real issues early, preventing misjudgment-driven customer complaints and maintenance costs, while ensuring stable AI server quality and on-time market delivery.
If you face challenges during product development, testing, or certification, please feel free to contact us through the online form. Allion is ready to provide customized solutions to help your product stand out in today’s competitive market.
