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Serial links have focused the practice of signal integrity on managing loss and discontinuities. Each system struggles with one or the other, making it imperative to determine which issue is dominant in your system and respond appropriately. This article by Donald Telian will explain how to characterize your link to help guide your thinking and your solution.
In Donald Telian’s book he reveals his steps for successful serial links, called the “7 Steps to Successful Serial Links.” In this article, he discusses his most important steps: (one) minimize discontinuities, and (two) manage loss.