IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits · 2005 · 33 citations · 5 references
Electrical EngineeringManycore ProcessorLibrary DevelopmentVlsi DesignEngineeringComputer DesignMulti-channel Memory ArchitectureComputer EngineeringComputer ArchitectureThird-generation CoresParallel ComputingMicroelectronicsProcessor ArchitectureCustom DesignElectromagnetic CompatibilityElectronic Circuit
This fourth-generation processor combines two enhanced third-generation cores using an advanced 90-nm dual-Vt, dual-gate-oxide technology. Hardware additions feature expanded caches and inclusion of a 2-MB Level-2 cache and a Level-3 tag. Layout was completely redrawn to optimize the design for manufacturability and performance in the latest technology. Special emphasis was placed on library development to improve automation and assist in custom design. The memory design methodologies were completely updated to make quality design simpler and more robust. The chip operates at 1.8 GHz while dissipating 90 W of power at 1.1 V.
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Implementation of a 3rd-generation SPARC V9 64 b microprocessor
R. Heald, K. Aingaran, C. Amir et al. · 2002 · 37 citations
The Sun Fireplane Interconnect
Alan Charlesworth · IEEE Micro · 2002 · 25 citations
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