Replacing hard disk drives with NAND flash-based solid state drives (SSDs) dramatically improved I/O performance, even over top of the line 15,000 RPM enterprise drives. Access times dropped from 6-12 ...

The PCI Express standard, or PCIe, has been a staple for connecting PC peripherals and components to a desktop. If you buy new PC parts in 2021, they’ll likely support the current fourth generation.

PCIexpress (PCIe) is one of the most important technologies on modern motherboards, helping to get the most from the fastest SSDs to the most powerful graphics cards. But depending on which board you ...

RapidIO, PCIe, and Ethernet each offer unique benefits. We explain how each technology works, and examine its strengths and weaknesses. We also show why RapidIO is often the best choice for embedded ...

It’s probably been a while since you’ve dealt with your computer’s motherboard. You don’t have to, as long as you simply sit at your PC or notebook and carry out everyday tasks. However, if you want ...

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust. As expected, the PCI-SIG has announced the PCI Express (PCIe) 3.0 specification. The 3.0 ...

PCWorld explores five practical ways to utilize empty PCIe slots in desktop PCs beyond just graphics cards for enhanced functionality. These upgrades matter for users seeking better storage, audio ...

As the industry came together for PCI-SIG DevCon last month, one thing took center stage, and that was PCI Express 7.0. While still in the final stages of development, the world is certainly ready for ...

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Recently we've been discussing PCI Express 4.0 and the role it plays with the new GeForce 30 series. We suspected there may be a small performance advantage with high-end parts such as the RTX 3080 ...

The rapid adoption of PCI Express (PCIe), is delivering higher bandwidth to an ever-growing number of industry segments. With PCIe Gen2 now firmly establishing a foothold, PCIe Gen 3—and its doubling ...