Performance enhancement techniques for InfiniBandTM Architecture

Eun Jung Kim, Ki Hwan Yum, C. R. Das, M. Yousif, J. Duato

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Abstract

The InfiniBandTM Architecture (IBA) is envisioned to be the default communication fabric for future system area networks (SAN). However, the released IBA specification outlines only higher level functionalities, leaving it open for exploring various design alternatives. In this paper we investigate four co-related techniques to provide high and predictable performance in IBA. These are: (i) using the shortest path first (SPF) algorithm for deterministic packet routing; (ii) developing a multipath routing mechanism for minimizing congestion; (iii) developing a selective packet dropping scheme to handle deadlock and congestion; and (iv) providing multicasting support for customized applications. These designs are evaluated using an integrated workload on a versatile IBA simulation testbed. Simulation results indicate that the SPF routing, multipath routing, packet dropping, and multicasting schemes are quite effective in delivering high and assured performance in clusters. One of the major contributions of this research is the IBA simulation testbed, which is an essential tool to evaluate various design tradeoffs.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationProceedings - 9th International Symposium on High-Performance Computer Architecture, HPCA 2003
PublisherIEEE Computer Society
Pages253-262
Number of pages10
ISBN (Electronic)0769518710
DOIs
StatePublished - 2003
Event9th IEEE International Symposium on High-Performance Computer Architecture, HPCA 2003 - Anaheim, United States
Duration: Feb 8 2003Feb 12 2003

Publication series

NameProceedings - International Symposium on High-Performance Computer Architecture
Volume12
ISSN (Print)1530-0897

Other

Other9th IEEE International Symposium on High-Performance Computer Architecture, HPCA 2003
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAnaheim
Period2/8/032/12/03

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Hardware and Architecture

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