TeraSignal, a leader in intelligent interconnect technology, is set to showcase its innovative PCIe 6.0 over optics Intelligent Re-Driver solutions featuring Synopsys’ silicon-proven PCIe 6.x IP at OFC 2025. This cutting-edge technology has been specifically designed to meet the increasing connectivity demands of AI accelerators, GPUs, and CPUs. These solutions offer low-power, low-latency performance—essential for powering the next generation of AI and compute infrastructure.

The growing demand for such solutions is reflected in the latest industry discussions, such as PCIe-SIG’s work on “Retimer-Less PCIe Optical” and the upcoming release of the PCIe 7.0 specification. Furthermore, the Optical Interconnect Forum (OIF) has launched the “Compute Optics Interface (COI)” project, highlighting the importance of optical solutions for high-speed connectivity. TeraSignal is proud to be a member of both PCI-SIG© and OIF organizations, demonstrating its commitment to driving innovation in the optical interconnect space.

AI Authority TrendTeraSignal Showcases Intelligent Re-Drivers for AI Infrastructure at DesignCon 2025

The next-generation AI-scale compute infrastructure requires multi-terabit bandwidth connectivity, coupled with low-latency, low-power consumption, and high reliability. TeraSignal’s intelligent re-driver technology addresses these needs, making it ideal for use cases such as Compute-Compute, Compute-Memory, and Compute-IO interconnects.

At the heart of the showcase is the TS5602 Intelligent Re-Driver, which supports 4x64Gb/s PCIe connectivity. This re-driver is available in a compact 7.25mm x 5.25mm FCLGA package as well as a flip-chip bumped die. Key features of the TS5602 include:

  • Over 50% power reduction compared to DSP-based retimers.
  • Low latency thanks to its DSP-free architecture.
  • Real-time Bit Error Rate (BER) monitoring with digital eye monitoring on every link.
  • Automatic link training powered by TSLink software for easy setup.

TeraSignal’s Intelligent Re-Drivers are perfectly suited for deployment across optical cables in emerging multi-rack server architectures, ensuring high-speed and reliable data transfer for modern AI-driven systems.

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FAQs

1. What is the significance of TeraSignal’s Retimer-Less PCIe 6.0 over optics technology?

TeraSignal’s Retimer-Less PCIe 6.0 over optics technology offers a significant advantage by reducing power consumption by over 50% compared to traditional DSP-based retimers. This technology also provides ultra-low latency and real-time monitoring, making it ideal for high-performance AI and compute infrastructure.

2. How does TeraSignal’s TS5602 Intelligent Re-Driver benefit AI infrastructure?

The TS5602 Intelligent Re-Driver is designed to meet the high bandwidth and low-latency requirements of next-generation AI systems. It provides reliable PCIe 6.0 connectivity at 4x64Gb/s and supports real-time Bit Error Rate (BER) monitoring, ensuring optimal performance across optical interconnects in AI-scale compute infrastructures.

3. What is the role of PCIe 6.0 in AI and compute infrastructure?

PCIe 6.0 plays a crucial role in providing the necessary high-speed, low-latency connectivity for AI accelerators, GPUs, and CPUs. As AI infrastructure scales, PCIe 6.0 enables the efficient transfer of massive data workloads, supporting the growing demands of AI-driven applications and ensuring future-proof performance.

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