Performance Optimization and
Tuning Techniques for IBM
Processors, including IBM POWER8
Learn optimization strategies for the new IBM POWER8 processorApply strategies to IBM POWER7 and IBM POWER6 processorsOptimize code performance in POWER environments
This IBM Redbooks publication focuses on gathering the correct technical information, and laying out simple guidance for optimizing code performance on IBM POWER8 systems that run the AIX, IBM i, or Linux operating systems. There is much straightforward performance optimization that can be performed with a minimum of effort and without extensive previous experience or in-depth knowledge.
The POWER8 processor contains many new and important performance features, such as support for eight hardware ...