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Which fanout is better? High speed differential vias.

Bobson2000

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Hi. Im design PCB with FPGA. I want to place data traces between FPGA, and SFP module. Signals are of course differential, i have one RX, and TX signal for each SFP.
I lead the paths from the FPGA through microvias to layer 3 or 5 (2, 4 and 6 are GND). I know that I should also add antipads and ground vias next to the signal vias. However, I wonder which solution will be better and will result in fewer impedance discontinuities and signal losses. I have 3 options (A, B, C) presented in the graphic and I wanted to ask which one is better? One of the options includes grommets on the pads, which is not the best idea, but it should not cause a problem - perhaps they can be placed centrally on the pads - maybe even necessary? In variant C, the vias are one on top of the other, so due to the fact that they are a micro via (1->3 and 3->5), there is a ring on layer 3 - in variants A and B there is no such problem, but there are two " "via passes" and the number of such passes should be minimal. Please give me your opinion. Currently, my goal is an SFP operating at 1Gbit/s, but if I can make changes to the layout that allow me to try to run 10Gbit/s, I will gladly implement them. I don't plan to change the laminate - currently FR4 with one of the denser prepregs. I readed couple of documents about it, but i have no experience in real life with this speeds.

Thanks :)
 

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Missing PCB stack-up via span definition. I don't see how this should be implemented
In variant C, the vias are one on top of the other, so due to the fact that they are a micro via (1->3 and 3->5)
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My preferred technology is plated-over via (VIPPO) through all layers on BGA pads, surely not multiple vias for GBit tracks. 10 GBit might take advantage of back-drilling.
 

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