A PCIe channel includes more than the board traces between two symbols. Connectors, packages and transitions contribute to the available margin.
What to examine in the layout brief
Start with the platform requirements and a channel topology. Identify routing layers, connector launches, via transitions and material options before tuning lengths. Compare loss and discontinuities in the channel model where required.
What belongs in the release record
The review package should state the constraint source and planned validation. No generic trace width or material family establishes a generation-specific compliance result.
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