Abstract

Multistage interconnection networks (MINs) are a basic class of switch-based network architectures, which are used for constructing scalable parallel computers or for connecting networks. Semi-layer MINs are a special case of MINs. A performance evaluation of semi-layer MINs (using simulation models) is presented in this paper. The configurations of the under study networks apply a conflict drop resolution mechanism. The proposed architecture's performance is studied under uniform traffic conditions and various offered loads, buffer-lengths and MIN sizes. In this paper, the improvements on semi-layer MIN performance, in terms of throughput and latency, are demonstrated quantitatively. These performance measures can be valuable tools for designers of parallel multiprocessor systems and networks, in order to minimize the overall deployment costs and help deliver efficient systems.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.