I am developing PCI interface . I have developed a pci-add on card wit
only PLX 9052 chip but it is not working . Actually the LRESET# pin is no
asserted after turning on the PC.All the local address signals are at 5
.I m not able to track where the problem lies. Actually we simpl
developed the interface without considering about specifications.And now
found that they are provided by PCI-SIG. But it requires to pay heavily fo
the membership. So I wanted to know whether I could get it in some goo
book.
Please help me out.

sonika_7 wrote:
Sonika_7,

You might try a good technical bookstore. I have used the Mindshare
books for PCI, PCI-X and PCI Express. They are also available at
www.mindshare.com

Now for this next part, I may not be completely accurate legally, but
you'll capture the spirit of what's up.

If you are planning on producing a PCI-compatible card, and calling it
PCI-compatible, you must join the PCI-SIG. You must also sign off on the
design checklist. You must also attend a PCI-SIG plugfest and have your
card tested for PCI compatibility. AFAIK, there are electrical,
protocol, and interoperability tests that you must pass to be allowed to
use the PCI logo.

I have never done this myself, but since I work for a test equipment
vendor, I have been to multiple plug-fests, running tests, both in Gold
suites, and in advisory suites, mostly for PCI Express.

Good Luck...

Al