Optimizing the Nehalem for HPC

The Nehalem processor has several new micro-architecture features that can dramatically improve HPC users application performance as well as reduce power consumption. Join Intel and IBM experts as they provide their insight into the new Xeon 5500 series quad-core processor design benefits for HPC.

Topics covered in this webcast include:

• Speed: How Intel® QuickPath interconnect technology and the integrated memory controller can achieve a 2-3x performance increase for some applications;
• Tools: The introduction of new performance-enhancing software tools; and
• Savings: New power saving capabilities built directly into the Nehalem.