• DocumentCode
    1216101
  • Title

    A technique for interrupt distribution in a multiprocessor system

  • Author

    Cantoni, Antonio

  • Author_Institution
    University of Newcastle, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Newcastle, Australia
  • Volume
    1
  • Issue
    6
  • fYear
    1982
  • fDate
    10/1/1982 12:00:00 AM
  • Firstpage
    153
  • Lastpage
    159
  • Abstract
    A technique for distributing interrupts in a multiprocessor system is described. The technique employs a decentralised control and arbitration technique which is very modular and inexpensive in interconnections. Interrupt vectoring is supported and individual processor latency to interrupts are masked from the distribution system so that high-speed distribution can be achieved. The use of the technique obviates the need to have dedicated interrupt connections
  • Keywords
    multiprocessing systems; operating systems (computers); US; arbitration technique; control techniques; decentralised control; distribution systems; individual processor latency; interrupt distribution; multiprocessing systems; multiprocessor system; systems software;
  • fLanguage
    English
  • Journal_Title
    Software & Microsystems
  • Publisher
    iet
  • ISSN
    0261-3182
  • Type

    jour

  • DOI
    10.1049/sm.1982.0044
  • Filename
    4807864