Lazy runahead operation for a microprocessor
US9632976B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 7, 2012 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 3, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F15/78
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments related to managing lazy runahead operations at a microprocessor are disclosed. For example, an embodiment of a method for operating a microprocessor described herein includes identifying a primary condition that triggers an unresolved state of the microprocessor. The example method also includes identifying a forcing condition that compels resolution of the unresolved state. The example method also includes, in response to identification of the forcing condition, causing the microprocessor to enter a runahead mode.
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