Transactional memory for distributed shared memory multi-processor computer systems
US6360231B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 26, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99952
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A cache coherent distributed shared memory multi-processor computer system is provided which supports transactional memory semantics. A cache flushing engine and temporary buffer allow selective forced write-backs of dirty cache lines to the home memory. A flush can be performed from the updated cache to the temporary buffer and then to the home memory after confirmation of receipt or from the updated cache to the home memory directly with the temporary buffer holding the old data until confirmation that the home memory contains the update.
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