Optimized Interconnect Eliminates Limits In Orthogonal Architectures

IN SUMMARY
As OEMs look to squeeze more bandwidth out of traditional, lower-cost systems, many are turning to orthogonal architectures. Orthogonal system architectures can have significant advantages in overall channel performance, offer cost advantages over traditional backplane or midplane designs, and provide exceptional headroom for future performance upgrades.

As with any complex electrical packaging challenge, many design factors must be considered and carefully balanced in weighing traditional and advanced solutions to orthogonal packaging challenges. The introduction of Crossbow Matrix is one example of the importance of an architecture-based solution for today's system designers.

Optimizing component technology may result in a sub-optimized system. Designers should seek solutions that, whether by incorporating existing components or innovating new component technologies, will create an optimized system solution.