In one embodiment, an apparatus is provided for a system including an
integrated circuit coupled to a node to receive a supply voltage and
having bypass capacitors coupled in parallel with the integrated circuit
to the node. The apparatus comprises a first capacitor, a switch coupled
to the first capacitor, and a voltage source configured to charge the
first capacitor. The switch is coupled to receive a control signal that
is asserted, during use, if the supply voltage to an integrated circuit
is to be increased. The switch is configured to electrically couple the
first capacitor to the node in response to an assertion of the control
signal. When electrically coupled to the node, the first capacitor
supplies charge to the bypass capacitors. A system comprising the
apparatus, the node, the integrated circuit, and the bypass capacitors is
also contemplated in some embodiments.