Re: [PATCH v2 1/9] dt-bindings: soc: qcom: eud: Restructure to model multi-path hardware
From: Konrad Dybcio
Date: Wed Feb 04 2026 - 09:06:05 EST
On 1/27/26 12:38 AM, Elson Serrao wrote:
> The Qualcomm Embedded USB Debugger (EUD) can intercept one or two
> independent High-Speed UTMI paths, depending on the SoC. Each path is
> distinct with its own HS-PHY interface, connector/controller wiring, and
> UTMI routing behavior. The EUD hardware sits between the USB2 PHY and
> the USB controller on each path.
>
> The existing binding models only a single UTMI path and does not provide
> a way to associate the required High-Speed USB PHY. EUD relies on the
> HS-PHY on the selected UTMI path for link signalling and correct operation
> of the hardware.
>
> Historically, EUD has worked on platforms that use a single UTMI path
> because the USB controller maintains ownership of the PHY during
> enumeration and normal operation. This implicit relationship allowed
> EUD to function even though the dependency on the PHY was not described
> in the binding. However, this behavior is not guaranteed by hardware.
> The current binding description is not sufficient for SoCs that expose
> two independent UTMI paths, where the PHY association and port wiring
> must be explicitly described.
>
> Introduce per-path eud-path child nodes so each UTMI path can describe
> its HS-PHY, port connections, and the role‑switching capability of its
> associated USB port.
>
> Signed-off-by: Elson Serrao <elson.serrao@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> ---
[...]
> +patternProperties:
> + "^eud-path@[0-1]$":
At least a since instance of this should be 'required'
Konrad