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AMD Opteron Processor Continues Industry Leadership With the Introduction of the World's Highest Performing 4P and 2P X86 Processors for 32-Bit and 64-Bit Computing
HP, IBM and Sun Add Highest Performing AMD Opteron Processors
to Server and Workstation Line-Ups; Egenera Launches New Blades
SUNNYVALE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Feb. 14, 2005—
AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced the latest additions to the
award-winning AMD Opteron(TM) processor family -- Models 852 and 252.
The new models represent the world's highest performing processors for
one-way to eight-way x86 servers and workstations.
To enable OEMs and system builders to take advantage of the next
generation of I/O technology, AMD also announced the AMD-8132(TM)
HyperTransport(TM) PCI-X(R) 2.0 tunnel, scheduled to ship for servers
and workstations this month. The latest addition to the AMD-8000(TM)
series of chipsets, the AMD-8132 tunnel brings high-performance PCI-X
2.0 connectivity to AMD Opteron processor-based systems with increased
throughput, improved RAS capabilities, robust data management and
enhanced HyperTransport technology connectivity.
"Since the launch of the AMD Opteron processor, AMD has led the
industry with flawless execution on enterprise products and we take
great pride in the strong endorsements from our enterprise customers,"
said Marty Seyer, corporate vice president and general manager of the
Microprocessor Business Unit, Computation Products Group, AMD. "These
models of the AMD Opteron processor with Direct Connect Architecture
bring the newest level of performance to our customers. The platforms
our partners launched today feature the world's highest performing 4P
and 2P processors for 32- and 64-bit computing."
AMD has made significant enhancements to the AMD Opteron processor
with these new models. Performance-enhancing features include support
for SSE3 software instructions as well as an increase in the
HyperTransport performance through an increase in bus frequency, to
1GHz.
Server and workstation systems featuring the AMD Opteron processor
will soon be enabled with AMD PowerNow!(TM) technology with Optimized
Power Management. "This technology helps to minimize overall power
consumption for enterprise IT and workstation customers by decreasing
strain on datacenter cooling and ventilation systems," said Seyer.
Industry Support
With the support of more than 300 independent software vendors and
open source software organizations worldwide, representing 1,050
software packages, AMD64 technology has become the industry standard
for simultaneous 32-/64-bit computing. AMD continues to demonstrate
growing momentum in the enterprise market, with more than 40 percent
of the Forbes Global 100 companies or their affiliates now using AMD
Opteron processor-based systems. Today, AMD OEM and system builder
partners introduced several new platforms based on the award-winning
processor.
"HP is responding to customer demand for new levels of performance
and price-performance by expanding our ProLiant and Workstation
portfolios, reinforcing our leading position in standards-based
computing," said Paul Miller, vice president of marketing, Industry
Standard Servers and BladeSystem, HP. "Together, with AMD's delivery
of the powerful new AMD Opteron processors Model 252 and 852, we're
announcing high-performance, dense and power-efficient ProLiant blade
servers. In addition, we are expanding the most-trusted server family
with the ProLiant DL385 and delivering the new HP xw9300 Workstation.
Setting the stage for the next generation of performance, these
systems are designed with dual core in mind, providing our customers
with a compelling choice when it comes to meeting their most demanding
x86 performance needs."
"IBM was the first major vendor to offer AMD Opteron
processor-based servers. The high-performance A-Pro IntelliStation and
the IBM e326, which has been designed to support the AMD dual-core
specification, both continue to deliver the performance and
flexibility that our customers demand," said Leo Suarez, vice
president, eServer division, IBM Systems and Technology Group. "IBM
eServer technology like Xtended Design Architecture, combined with the
latest AMD Opteron processor models, further enhances our ability to
meet customers' growing need for optimal performance per watt."
"Our x64 (64-bit x86) systems powered by AMD Opteron processors
provide our customers with the highest levels of performance and
flexibility, to develop and deploy applications on virtually any
operating system with seamless 32- and 64-bit compatibility," said
Lisa Sieker, vice president, Network Systems Group, Sun Microsystems
Inc. "We recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of our alliance
with AMD and will soon be celebrating an extremely successful first
year selling systems based on the AMD Opteron processor. We've enjoyed
rapid double-digit growth in these high-volume markets and look
forward to continuing our successful collaboration with AMD."
Sun Microsystems currently has a robust line of AMD Opteron
processor-based systems, including the Sun Java Workstation W1100z,
Sun Java Workstation W2100z, the 2P Sun Fire V20z server and the 4P
Sun Fire V40z server. All are designed to include the newest AMD
Opteron processors.
As the latest solution provider to offer AMD Opteron
processor-based servers, Egenera today announced two-way and four-way
Processing Blade configurations for the Egenera BladeFrame system -- a
new computing architecture that simplifies the datacenter and reduces
operational complexity to support a highly responsive business.
Pricing and Availability
The AMD Opteron processor Models 852 and 252 will be available to
partners within 30 days. Volume server solutions based on the AMD
Opteron processor Models 852 and 252 are expected to be available this
quarter. The AMD Opteron processor Model 852 is priced at $1,514 in
1,000-unit quantities, Model 252 is priced at $851 in 1,000-unit
quantities. The AMD Opteron processor Model 152, for single-processor
workstations and entry-level servers, is scheduled to be available
April 30 and will be priced at $637 in 1,000-unit quantities. For
additional pricing information, please see www.amd.com/pricing.
About the AMD Opteron Processor
More than 40 percent of the Forbes Global 100 companies or their
affiliates, representing the world's most competitive industries, have
implemented servers and workstations based on the AMD Opteron
processor, the world's first x86-based processor to deliver both 32-
and 64-bit computing.
The AMD Opteron processor, based on AMD64 technology with Direct
Connect Architecture, made history as the industry's first
demonstration of a multi-core, x86 processor. Direct Connect
Architecture connects multiple processors, the memory controller and
the I/O directly to the central processor unit, helping to eliminate
the bottlenecks inherent in a front-side bus. The AMD Opteron
processor currently provides industry-leading performance-per-watt, a
position AMD plans to extend with the launch of dual-core AMD Opteron
processors in mid-2005.
About AMD
AMD (NYSE:AMD) designs and produces innovative microprocessors,
Flash memory devices and low-power processor solutions for the
computer, communications and consumer electronics industries. AMD is
dedicated to delivering standards-based, customer-focused solutions
for technology users, ranging from enterprises and governments to
individual consumers. For more information visit www.amd.com.
AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Opteron, AMD PowerNow!, AMD-8000,
AMD-8132, and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro
Devices Inc. HyperTransport is a licensed trademark of the
HyperTransport Technology Consortium. PCI Express is a trademark and
PCI-X is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG, in the U.S. and other
countries. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be
trademarks of their respective owners.
Contact:
Advanced Micro Devices Inc.
Jane Kovacs, 512-602-4929 (PR)
email: jane.kovacs@amd.com
or
Mike Haase, 408-749-3124 (IR)
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