PCIe + AEC and Optical : A new Era for Connectivity
PCIe isn’t just for short-reach connections anymore.
At OFC Conference 2025, Annie Liao, Project Management Director—Connectivity Marketing at Marvell and Michael Kanellos showcased how PCIe Gen6 signals can be converted to optical—extending trace length beyond traditional electrical limitations.
The result? A 10-meter cable reach that spans across multiple racks.
Why does that matter?
Because AI scale-up demands it.
Whether connecting GPUs, accelerators, or storage across racks, this kind of extended PCIe connectivity is critical for building the infrastructure that powers advanced AI workloads.
Innovation isn’t just about faster—it’s about farther.
Do you have the capacity to meet today’s connectivity demands?
