As with any high-speed design, there are
many factors which influence the overall performance. The following list indicates critical
areas for consideration during design.
- Match the length between the P and N traces of
the single-end segments of the differential
pair.
- Use a uniform trace width and trace
spacing for differential pairs.
- Place AC-coupling capacitors near the
receiver end of each channel segment to minimize reflections.
- AC-coupling capacitors of 220nF are recommended.
Set the maximum body size to 0402 and add a cutout
void on the GND plane below the landing pad of the
capacitor to reduce parasitic capacitance to
GND.
- Surface mount connector is recommended. For
through hole connection, back-drill connector vias
and signal vias to minimize stub length.
- Use ground reference plane vias for a low
inductance path for the return current.