The AMD Opteron™ Processor 848 Series Receives the Microprocessor Report Analysts' Choice Award.

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Introducing the New Sun Fire V20z – First Sun Server Powered by the AMD Opteron™ Processor

Sun has introduced its dual processor Sun Fire V20z server, first in a new line of AMD Opteron™ processor-based servers from Sun, delivering high performance, reliability, and scalability in a ultra-dense, rack-optimized 1U form factor. With a single architecture, the Sun Fire V20z server supports both 32-bit and 64-bit computing, allowing you to maintain your existing x86 infrastructure while still enabling a smooth migration to next-generation 64-bit operating systems and applications.

Featuring an integrated memory controller, up to 16 GB of memory, up to two Ultra320 SCSI hard drives, dual on-board Gigabit Ethernet, and Lights Out Management, the Sun Fire V20z server offers compelling price/performance and is ideal for a wide range of applications, including high-performance technical computing, Web or application serving, database management, and grid computing.

The Sun Fire V20z server also offers exceptional flexibility and choice through support of multiple operating systems, including 64-bit Red Hat and SUSE Linux, as well as 32-bit Red Hat Linux. The Solaris Operating System (x86 Platform Edition) is expected to be available in 32-bit in the March 2004 timeframe.

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Strengths + Technology = Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64

Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64 combines the strengths of the 9.2 distribution and the latest technology from AMD Athlon™ 64 and AMD Opteron™ processors. This innovation makes Mandrake Linux simple, fast, user friendly, reliable, powerful, flexible and efficient. AMD64 technology allows a more efficient memory access and doubles the number and the size of processor registers. Furthermore, Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64 allows a perfect compatibility with all 32-bit applications.

Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64 meets the needs of advanced users. More than a simple system only dedicated to office, multimedia and the Internet, it offers sophisticated tools such as personal server capabilities and development tools. It also suits perfectly data intensive applications.

Let’s talk about speed and high-performance. Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64 has been optimized to fully support AMD 64-bit architecture providing a faster and more efficient system than a traditional 32-bit system. And take a look at the many other key benefits this system offers you like:

• Compatibility: The system is fully compatible with all 32-bit applications. For instance, the demo version of CrossOverOffice works perfectly and enables the use of Microsoft® Windows® applications.
• Simple: The system is easy to install and administer thanks to the automatic installation and all Mandrake Linux tools are easy to use.
• User-Friendly: The Mandrake Linux environment is even more user-friendly with the latest versions of the popular graphical interfaces KDE and GNOME.
Stability: Mandrake Linux 9.2 for AMD64 follows the Open Source Model and guarantees a perfect stability of the operating system.
• Security: Security is provided by software developed by MandrakeSoft such as DrakSec (Security System Management), a powerful firewall and VPN support.
• Powerful and Complete: Mandrake Linux 9.2 includes support for USB2, Wi-Fi and the leading web server, Apache 2. URPMI, an exclusive MandrakeSoft tool, optimizes and simplifies the management of applications.

And with all these benefits, come even more great features. Review all the features firsthand now or check out the overview of general features.

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Get Ready for Low-Power AMD Opteron™ Processors

AMD now offers the AMD Opteron™ processors HE (55 watt) and EE (30 watt) for servers and workstations. These Low-Power processors will bring AMD64 technology to a broad range of server, workstation and non-traditional enterprise products.

• The AMD Opteron processor HE (55 watt) offers industry-leading performance per watt* making it an ideal solution for rack-dense 1U servers or blades in datacenter environments as well as cooler, quieter workstation designs.
• The AMD Opteron processor EE (30 watt) provides maximum I/O bandwidth in a single-CPU controller making it a good fit for embedded controllers in markets such as NAS and SAN.

AMD Opteron processors HE and EE continue to offer the leading-edge performance of AMD64 technology and deliver substantially lower power consumption for increased compute density.

* Based on the industry standard SPEC® CPU2000 benchmark

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Now Available - Pre-release Version of Windows® XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems

Windows® XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems provides high performance for both 32-bit and 64-bit applications on the same system. The underlying architecture is based on 64-bit extensions to the industry-standard x86 instruction set, allowing today's 32-bit applications to run natively on 64-bit extended processors such as AMD Athlon 64. At the same time, new 64-bit applications are executed in 64-bit mode, which processes more data per clock cycle, allows greater access to memory, and speeds numeric calculations. The end result is a platform that leverages the existing wealth of 32-bit applications while also providing a smooth migration path to 64-bit computing. Windows XP 64-Bit Edition for 64-Bit Extended Systems is currently under development, with delivery scheduled expected for the second half of 2004.

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Achieving Peak Math Performance at 64-Bits With AMD Core Math Library

Got math? It makes a difference which linear algebra and Fast Fourier Transform libraries you use. Allan McNaughton, principal analyst at Technical Insight LLC, explains what's so great about the latest version of the AMD Core Math Library—offered at no charge to members of the AMD Developer Program—especially for AMD64 developers.

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Interested in learning the best practices for creating powerful smart client applications or secure Web applications?

Microsoft DevDays 2004 takes you deep into the entire Microsoft .NET infrastructure with tracks packed full of insights from top developers, code walk-throughs, and in-depth demos. Get your questions answered and get the most out of your Microsoft Windows® and Web applications.

AMD is proud to be a national sponsor of these events.

DevDays 2004, coming to 32 US cities this March, promises to be one of the most rewarding events of the year for professional developers.
No matter which track you attend, you'll be able to see a local expert build a real-world application, see the application in action, and leave with the code at the end of the day.

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