MaxLinear's High-Speed Interconnect Products: Powering the Next Generation of Data Centers

MaxLinear is a leading player in the high-speed interconnect (HSI) market, providing the critical ICs that enable the ever-increasing data flow within data centers and hyperscale cloud networks. Our innovative products are key to supporting the growing demand for bandwidth and faster data transmission necessary for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications.

At the heart of MaxLinear's HSI portfolio lies our Keystone family of PAM4 DSPs (Digital Signal Processors) and TIAs (Transimpedance Amplifiers). These work together to transmit and receive high-speed data signals. MaxLinear offers a comprehensive range, supporting speeds from 100G to a staggering 800G, with options for various data center connectivity configurations.

One of the key strengths of MaxLinear's HSI solutions is our focus on power efficiency. Our 5nm CMOS technology in the Keystone family enables the development of highly integrated, lower-power solutions. This is crucial for data centers, where reducing power consumption is a major priority.

Here's a glimpse into the markets and technologies that MaxLinear's HSI products are helping to shape:

• Data Center Connectivity: MaxLinear's PAM4 DSPs and TIAs are instrumental in enabling high-speed connections within data centers, including top-of-rack switching, inter-rack connectivity, and breakout solutions.
• Active Electrical Cables (AECs): MaxLinear's Keystone PAM4 DSPs are specifically designed for use in AECs, which offer a cost-effective alternative to optical cables for shorter data center connections. They provide a significant power advantage over traditional solutions, making them ideal for hyperscale data centers.
• Next-Gen Optical Modules: MaxLinear's solutions are being adopted by leading manufacturers to develop high-performance optical modules, supporting speeds of 400G, 800G, and even 1.6T. These modules are critical for long-distance data transmission in metro and core networks.

By focusing on innovation, power efficiency, and a wide range of applications, MaxLinear's High-Speed Interconnect products are playing a vital role in building the infrastructure for tomorrow's data-driven world. Our solutions are helping to ensure faster data transmission, lower power consumption, and ultimately, a more efficient data center ecosystem.