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To: Elmer who wrote (63665)6/29/1999 10:39:00 AM
From: Ali Chen  Respond to of 1572381
 
EP, <how does this chipset allow for adding an unlimited number of ports without cascading them?>

The chipset comprises a variety of complex
multiplexors (Dchips, Cchips, Pchips), each with
several clock-forwarding p2p links and support for
two processors. Interconnecting them into a
complex N-dimensional topology allows for effective
multiprocessor configuration.

Some technicals can be found here:
alpha-processor.com

and some implementation:
alpha-processor.com

Since the K7 has the same EV6-bus and is compatible
with Tsunami boards, you may be able to extract some
information about how Athlons work and clear your
concerns and FUD about pincounts you have had in
the past.

Happy extracting.