Decision feedback equalization for high-speed backplane data communications

The proposed 2 post-tap decision feedback equalizer (DFE) implementation consists of two equalizing amplifiers (summing nodes) connected to incoming data and feedback loops. Two parallel branches consisting of equalizing amplifier and two flip-flops each are also present and followed by a MUX. The design is verified by HSPICE using 0.18 /spl mu/m CMOS process parameters. Simulation results show an increase of horizontal and vertical eye opening at data rates up to 8 Gbit/s. Data is transmitted over a 34" FR4 backplane with BER less than 10/sup -15/. The total power consumption is 12mW at a 1.8V supply.