Overview
SmartDV’s SGPIO (Serial General Purpose Input/Output) Target IP enables reliable and efficient communication with host controllers in storage and backplane systems. Compliant with SGPIO protocol specifications, it supports the indication of drive activity, fault status, and other control signals in SAS and SATA environments.
Designed for flexibility, the IP core is highly configurable to meet specific design requirements, supporting both ASIC and FPGA implementations while optimizing for area, power, and performance. Its lightweight architecture makes it ideal for embedded applications requiring dependable drive status reporting across multiple devices.