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AMD-8132™ HyperTransport™ PCI-X® 2.0 Tunnel  from 

Product Type: Reference Designs

Ushering in the next generation of computing platforms, AMD introduces the AMD-8000™ series of core-logic components designed to support the AMD Opteron™ processor. Implementing HyperTransport" technology as the system backbone, these core-logic elements deliver outstanding performance and design flexibility. This chipset consists of several "building block" components that can be used together in a variety of system designs.
AMD introduces the latest edition to the AMD-8000™ Series of core-logic components for AMD Opteron™ and AMD Athlon™ 64 processors. Intended for Server and Workstation applications, the AMD-8132™ component brings the power of PCI-X® 2.0 and HyperTransport™ 2.0 technologies to AMD64 platforms. The high-level feature-set of this component includes HyperTransport 2.0 interfaces (supporting 1GHz, 16x16 Side-A and 16x16 Side-B Interfaces), dual PCI-X 2.0 interfaces (designed to support Mode 1 and Mode 2* operation), embedded I/O APIC for each PCI-X 2.0 interface, and robust internal data management and error handling capability. *Mode 2 operation is being tested.
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Product Type    

Product Detail

Processor    
AMD Athlon™ 64 FX Processor

The AMD Athlon™ 64 FX processor features innovative technology to provide extraordinary performance and a computing experience without parallel. The AMD Athlon 64 FX processor runs on AMD64, a revolutionary technology that 1) allows the processor to run 32-bit applications at full speed while enabling the coming wave of powerful, 64-bit software applications, and 2) provides Enhanced Virus Protection when used with Windows® XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).

Product Features:

  • AMD64 Computing Platform
  • HyperTransport™ technology
  • Integrated DDR memory controller

Built on AMD64 architecture, the AMD Athlon 64 processor is designed to deliver outstanding levels of performance and customer-focused innovation to home and business users alike.

Processor    
AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor for desktops

The AMD Athlon™ 64 processor is the first and only Windows®-compatible 64-bit PC processor. The AMD Athlon 64 processor runs on AMD64, a revolutionary technology that allows the processor to run 32-bit applications at full speed while enabling a new generation of powerful 64-bit software applications. Advanced 64-bit operating systems for the AMD64 platform from Microsoft®, Red Hat, SuSE, and TurboLinux have already been announced, and they only run on processors with AMD64 technology.

Processor    
AMD Mobile Athlon™ 64 Processor
The low-power Mobile Athlon™ 64 processor allows you to fit a high performance processor into a thin and light design. Low-power Mobile processors for thin and light notebooks consume less power than processors for full-size (mainstream and desktop replacement) notebooks. The technology features of the low-power Mobile AMD Athlon™ 64 processors allow users to have a thinner, lighter notebook that when coupled with integrated wireless technology, delivers connectivity on the go and powerful performance for today's demanding mobile users.

HyperTransport™ Technology for Industry Leading Performance
The revolutionary architecture of the Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor enables industry-leading performance to help maximize productivity and deliver a true-to-life digital entertainment experience. HyperTransport" technology can increase overall system performance by reducing I/O bottlenecks, increasing system bandwidth, and reducing system latency. An integrated DDR memory controller helps speed access to memory by offering the processor a direct connection to the main memory. As a result, end users can enjoy quick application loading, impressive multi-tasking, and extraordinary application performance.

Processor    
AMD Opteron™ Processor

The AMD Opteron" processor, enabling simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing, represents the landmark introduction of AMD64 with Direct Connect Architecture. The AMD Opteron processor is designed to run existing 32-bit applications with outstanding performance and offers customers a simplified migration path to 64-bit computing. This evolutionary processor provides a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost of ownership (TCO). The AMD Opteron processor is offered in three series: the 100 series (1-way), the 200 series (Up to 2-way), and the 800 series (Up to 8-way).

Product Features:

  • First 64-bit x86 class processor
  • Direct Connect Architecture reduces system bottlenecks
  • Supports 3 coherent HyperTransport links
  • 256 Terabytes of memory address space
  • Scales from 1-way to 8-way utilizing same hardware and software infrastructure
  • Integrated memory controller reduces latencies during memory access in a SMP server system
  • Low-power processors in HE (55 Watt) and EE (30 Watt) - providing uncompromised performance with increased compute density and a lower TCO for datacenters with limited power budgets

The AMD Opteron" processor is the world's first 64-bit server and workstation multiprocessor based on the industry-standard x86 instruction set architecture. It is also the highest performing 2P and 4P server processor in the 32-bit world.

The AMD Opteron processor provides a highly scalable architecture that delivers next-generation performance as well as a flexible upgrade path from 32- to 64-bit computing. With a single architecture designed to meet current and future business needs, the AMD Opteron processor can help to minimize the integration complexities presented by business environments today and in the future.

I/O controller    
AMD-8111™ HyperTransport™ I/O Hub

Ushering in the next generation of computing platforms, AMD introduces the AMD-8000™ series of core-logic components designed to support the AMD Opteron™ processor. Implementing HyperTransport™ technology as the system backbone, these core-logic elements deliver outstanding performance and design flexibility. This chipset consists of several "building block" components that can be used together in a variety of system designs.

Product Features:

  • Integrates storage, connectivity, audio, I/O expansion and system management functions.

The AMD-8111™ chipset component integrates the system I/O functions into a single component, thus serving as the system "I/O Hub." The AMD-8111™ chipset component high-level feature-set includes a HyperTranpsort interface, 10/100 Ethernet, EIDE Controller (supporting up to ATA-133), AC'97 Audio, USB, I/O busses including PCI, LPC, SMbus and APIC.

Reference Designs    
AMD-8131™ HyperTransport™ PCI-X 1.0 Tunnel

Ushering in the next generation of computing platforms, AMD introduces the AMD-8000™ series of core-logic components designed to support the AMD Opteron™ processor. Implementing HyperTransport™ technology as the system backbone, these core-logic elements deliver outstanding performance and design flexibility. This chipset consists of several "building block" components that can be used together in a variety of system designs.

Product Features:

  • HyperTransport link A
  • 16-bit HyperTransport interface
  • 6.4GB/s aggregate bandwidth
  • HyperTransport link B
  • 8-bit HyperTransport interface
  • 3.2GB/s aggregate bandwidth
  • Dual PCI-X channels: A and B
  • 133/100/66/33MHz operation
  • 66/33MHz PCI2.2 modes
  • Up to five PCI masters per bridge
  • SHPC-compliant hot plug support

Targeting server and workstation applications, the AMD-8131™ chipset component provides high-speed PCI-X 1.0 capability to platforms requiring high-performance I/O expansion. The AMD-8131™ chipset component high-level feature-set includes dual PCI-X 1.0 interface (supporting 133MHz, 100Mhz, 66MHz, and Legacy-PCI speeds), a HyperTransport tunnel, and APIC.

I/O Bridge    
AMD-8151™ HyperTransport™ AGP 3.0 Tunnel

The AMD-8151™ chipset component provides AGP 3.0 capability to desktop and workstation platforms requiring high-end graphics performance. Included in the AMD-8151™ chipset component are an AGP 3.0 (AGP-8x) interface and a HyperTransport tunnel.

Product Features:

  • HyperTransport link A
  • 16-bit HyperTransport interface
  • 6.4GB/s aggregate bandwidth
  • HyperTransport link B
  • 8-bit HyperTransport interface
  • 1.6GB/s aggregate bandwidth
  • AGP3.0 specification compliant
  • 8X/4X transfer mode
  • AGP2.0 specification compliant
  • 4X/2X/1X transfer mode