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JoshuaWillson
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1 month ago

Agilex 5 GTS Supported Protocols

Hi Altera/Community,  I’m trying to better understand the protocols supported by the Agilex 5 GTS transceivers. In the user guide, it mentions that the supported protocol is 10GBase-LR. I wante...
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paveetirrasrie_Altera
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19 days ago

Hello Joshua,

 

Is 10GBase-R the underlying protocol used before the optical module?

  • Yes, 10GBase-R is the base physical layer that the transceiver implements electrically.

Also, does this mean that other optical modules, such as 10GBase-SR, are supported as well?

  • Generally, yes. The transceiver can work with other 10G optical modules such as 10GBase-SR, as long as they use the same line rate and comply with the electrical interface spec.

Regards,

Pavee

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paveetirrasrie_Altera
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18 days ago

Hello Joshua,

 

I've rechecked with internal team here. And yes you're right. Based on UG, it supports based on what mentioned in User Guide.

I had misconception that if it comply with electrical spec and line rate, it should work regardless. My theory was not right, silly me.

 

Apologies for the confusion and I hope you've gotten your answer.

 

Regards,

Pavee