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NEC A1160 User Manual

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Cell Interconnect and Multiple Cell Systems

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A cell can be connected together with up to three other cells to create a multiple-cell
system. > shows a system made up of two cells (eight processor sockets). The two cells
are connected together with two interconnect cables. > shows a system made up of four
cells (16 processor sockets). Systems with four cells require six interconnect cables.
Systems with three cells are also possible.

Figure 3-2 System with Two Cells

Figure 3-3 System with Four Cells