[T10] Clarification requested for the detection of END_TRAIN in Train-TX Speed Negotiation Window

[Lana Chan]

Hello Tim
Thank you as always for your assistance and expertise.  I'm looking forward to the resultant conclusion
Regards
Lana


From: Tim.Symons at microchip.com <Tim.Symons at microchip.com>
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Lana,
Thank you for your question.
This is an interesting scenario, I will need to review this will other member organizations for their opinions before responding with a recommendation.

Regards
Tim Symons
SPL-5 Editor

Tim Symons | Associate Technical Fellow
Microchip Technology Inc.
Tim.Symons at microchip.com<mailto:Tim.Symons at microchip.com>

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Subject: [T10] Clarification requested for the detection of END_TRAIN in Train-TX Speed Negotiation Window

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Hello,
I am seeking clarification regarding END_TRAIN in Train-Tx Speed Negotiation Window in the Physical Layer in which the  Train-Tx comprises of the exchange of Transmitter Training Pattern between two SAS devices.

Per the Working Draft SAS Protocol Layer - 4 (spl4r11), Section - 5.11.4.2.3.4.2 Transmitter training,  the transmitter training pattern comprises of the following

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Can you please provide clarification for the following scenario:

  1.  Receiver does detect the END_TRAIN and TTIU received is considered as valid.
  2.  Receiver does not detect the END_TRAIN and still considered the received TTIU.
  3.  Receiver does not detect the END_TRAIN and discarded the received TTIU.

As per our understanding receiver discarded the TTIU, If END_TRAIN is not detected (point-3). We are not agreeing to point-2. Please let us know which scenario is valid.

Kind regards
Lana

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