6.16 System Interface Arbitration

Multiprocessor System Using Cluster Bus


Figure 6-8 shows how the System interface arbitration signals are used in a four-processor system using the cluster bus.



Figure 6-8 Arbitration Signals for Multiprocessor System Using the Cluster Bus

Figure 6-9 is an example of the System interface arbitration in a four-processor system using the cluster bus.



Figure 6-9 Arbitration Protocol for Multiprocessor System Using the Cluster Bus




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