Download JNTUA M.Tech 2nd Sem 2016 February 9D06103 Advanced Computer Architecture Question Paper

Code: 9D06103

M.Tech I Semester Regular & Supplementary Examinations February 2016

ADVANCED COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE (Common to DSCE, DECS & ES)

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(For students admitted in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 only)

Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 60

Answer any FIVE questions

All questions carry equal marks

1. (a) Explain the equal duration computation model for the multiprocessors.
   

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   (b) How are the performance of computer systems measured? Explain.
2. (a) Explain the process of encoding an instruction set.
   (b) Describe the addressing modes for signal processing.
3. (a) Explain how hardware based speculation can address these limitations.
   (b) What is the degree of parallelism? Explain.

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4. (a) Give a brief account on instruction level parallelism.
   (b) Explain basic VLIW approach.
5. (a) What is meant by dynamic scheduling? Explain.
   (b) Discuss the significance of virtual memory.
6. (a) Differentiate vector and multithread architecture.
   

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   (b) What is vector processing and list its characteristics?
7. (a) What are the rules in designing an I/O system?
   (b) Discuss design space of shelving.
8. Write short notes on:
   1. RAID.
   2. Designing a cluster.

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