Pre-Silicon Validation of Clock Domains and Distribution System in Server SoC

Abstract

Advancements in technology have enabled the in- tegration of complex multi-million gate designs into compact System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions. SoCs offer numerous advan- tages, including cost efficiency, reduced power consumption, enhanced performance, smaller form factors, and improved security. However, the growing complexity and shrinking geome- tries of SoCs have introduced significant challenges in design and validation. Traditional simulation methods are no longer adequate for comprehensive system-level verification, necessi- tating more robust approaches. This paper presents a detailed implementation of a SystemVerilog testbench for SoC verification, along with methodologies aimed at reducing verification time while ensuring accuracy.