A system and method are provided for generating virtual lane forward error correction overhead in a communication multi-lane distribution protocol transmitter, and for recovering data words from virtual lanes with FEC OH in an MLD protocol receiver. An interior side surface of the device bay defines at least one extrusion portion surrounding a hole for receiving a first end of a lever arm of the peripheral device carrier, and the extrusion portion comprises edges protruding from the interior side surface of the device bay toward an exterior side surface of the device bay. The first line is disposed on the insulating substrate and is connected to a pad.