Question 1 of 1 [100 Marks]
The Intel
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Core i7 CPU
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Intel’s
Core i7-8086K
Processor is a 64-bit 8-core high-end performance desktop microprocessor introduced by Intel in 2018. This processor is manufactured on Intel's 3rd generation enhanced 14nm++
process. The i7-8086K operates at a based frequency of 4 GHz with a L3 cache.
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https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark/products/148263/intel-core-i7-8086k-processor-12m-cache-up-to-5-00-ghz.html
TASK: Answer ALL parts below.
Include diagrams and data tables to illustrate your answers (not part of word count)
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Word Count
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Marks
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(a)
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Describe the operation of the MOSFET transistors which make up most of Intel’s Core i7-8086K internal architecture.
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300
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20
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(b)
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The Intel’s Core i7-8086K uses a 4GHz clock. Describe how a quartz-crystal oscillator device operates.
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200
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10
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(c)
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The Intel’s Core i7-8086K CPU uses 3 Level 16 MB Intel Smart Cache. Describe the cache structure contained in the i7 CPU and describe how a cache works to improve system performance.
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400
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30
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(d)
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Describe the manufacturing process Intel uses to create the Intel’s Core i7-8086K Processor
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400
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40
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Total
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1,300
Words
± 10%
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100
Marks
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RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS:
· You must use reference (cite the research) in your answer.
· It is expected that you have between 10 (minimum) to 15 (average), but more references is better.
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You are expected to have at least 50% (half) of your references from the lecturer notes.
Referencing the class notes simply need to be described after your statement, as in the example below:
…and a PN junction is formed on the main current carrying path, also called the channel (Class Notes, Slide Pack “Eng Sem I #10 Transistors”, Slide #27)
· High quality references are academic books, journal articles, newspaper of record, articles from industry accreditation authorities.
· Internet blogs, Wikipedia, webpage articles and similar low-quality references are not high-quality references.
Additional Pointers:
· You should never copy and paste from any source:
o Your work is analysed by a plagiarism detector, they are very accurate pieces of software with literally millions of website and articles in their databases to check against your work.
o However, you have to write what other people are saying on the subject, so how you do this if you paraphrase what you have sourced for your research,
o This means you effectively rewrite what they are saying in your own words.
o Everything you paraphrase should have at least one reference, and in some cases at least two reference – i.e. giving it a citation/reference (in APA or Harvard Style)
o Plagiarism of any kind will result in zero marks (see below)
· Please refer to the Rubric on marking on the next page as a guide to marking.
Submission Format:
· Word count is 1,500, with a plus/minus 10% allowance –
not
including title page, contents page, diagrams, tables, or references. Marks are deducted for wordcounts outside this range.
· Your submission should be submitted in a Report Style (not an essay style) with a contents section and proper use of headings.
· Submission without out research (bibliography and in-line citations) will result in loss of marks.
· All work must be original. Any plagiarism which is confirmed will result in loss of marks and disciplinary actions. Please remember, all assignments are tested by the University’s system for plagiarism. Plagiarism includes:
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Copying work from another assessment you already submitted
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Paying someone to do the work
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Asking someone else to help write your work
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Submitting any work that is not entirely, or in part not your effort
· All references used must be in the APA 6th
edition or Harvard format.
· Your assessment should contain a title page, and contents (not included as part of the word count) i.e. submitted using the standard TU Dublin assessment template and TU Dublin style guide. Failure to do so will result in a loss of marks.
As this is an open book exam, the following describes what is and is not permitted:
Is Permitted:
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What is NOT Permitted:
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Use of class notes.
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Working in a group.
(this is an individual assessment)
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Using internet sites for reference.
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Copying sentences or paragraphs from the internet, books or anywhere else.
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Using books for reference.
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Sharing your work with other students.
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Submitted work that is entirely your own research and effort
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Asking or getting help from someone else.
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Paying someone else to do the work.
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Getting someone else to do the work for you.
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Submitting work that is not entirely your own effort.
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