This article from ClearSpeed Technology and Cadence describes the methodology, tools used and implementation guidelines employed in designing a PCI Express based SOC. The paper also describes technical and business benefits of using this approach.
Press Release – 8/19/2008 Intel selects MindShare to develop courses and train customers on the new Intel® QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) Technology and Intel® Core™ (Nehalem) Processor.