Intel Corporation

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Raghu Murthi

R Scott Tetrick

Scott R Tetrick

A method for synchronizing testing of shared memory contained in a multi-processor computer system after reset. The method involves the steps of performing a wake-up procedure by a bootstrap processor on the other processors. Thus, the other processors can assist in testing the shared memory. Next, respective portions of the shared memory are allocated to each of the processors. Finally, upon completion of testing of its respective portion of the shared memory, each processor sets its unique storage unit synchronizing the processors at completion.

System and method for synchronizing multiple processors during power-on

Testing of shared memory (RAM) in a multiple processor computer system is achieved by partitioning the memory and allocating the memory portions to respective processors in the system. Each processor performs testing of its allocated memory portion simultaneously with the other processors in order to reduce the time required to complete the memory test.

Memory testing in a multiple processor computer system

An attachment for use with paint cans, kitchen containers, laboratory equipment and the like in a wide range of sizes serves to prevent both spillage when pouring liquids from such containers or splashing when pouring liquids into such containers. Attachment and detachment of the device is rapid, involving merely slipping the device on and off in one embodiment, or the turning of a simple knob on several attachment clips in another embodiment. Variations in the design of specific instances of the device may be made to accommodate liquids having widely different viscosity.

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Portland, OR, United States of America

Raghu Murthi