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System and method for interrupt distribution in a multithread processor

US7386646B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 25, 2005
Grant dateJun 10, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 21, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F9/4812
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for interrupt distribution in a multithread processor are disclosed. A connection between an interrupt and a set of thread processors can be programmed. When the interrupt is executed, the set of thread processors are affected. While executing the thread processor tasks, the connection may be reprogrammed to interrupt another set of thread processors.

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