Title :
Clock system design
Author :
Wagner, Kenneth D.
Author_Institution :
IBM, Poughkeepsie, NY, USA
Abstract :
Provides a framework for understanding system timing and then describes how the computer clock system executes the timing specifications. He examines clock generation and the construction of clock-distribution networks, which are integral to any clock system. Examples from contemporary high-speed systems highlight several common methods of clock generation, distribution, and tuning. Tight control of system clock skew is stressed.<>
Keywords :
clocks; computer architecture; logic design; clock generation; clock-distribution networks; computer clock system; system timing; timing specifications; tuning; Circuits; Clocks; Control systems; Costs; Flip-flops; High performance computing; Latches; Logic design; Synchronization; Timing;
Journal_Title :
Design & Test of Computers, IEEE
