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•AGP3.0 interface

•HyperTransport tunnel

Refer to the AMD-8151 graphics tunnel product brief and to the Preliminary AMD-8151™ HyperTransport™ AGP3.0 Graphics Tunnel Data Sheet, order# 24888 for detailed specifications.

5.6.1.2AMD-8131™ HyperTransport™ PCI-X®Tunnel

Targeting server and workstation applications, the AMD-8131™ HyperTransport™ PCI-X®tunnel provides high-speed PCI-X capability to platforms requiring high-performance I/O expansion. The AMD-8131 I/O bus tunnel high-level feature-set includes the following:

•Dual PCI-X interface (supporting 133-MHz, 100-Mhz, 66-MHz, and legacy-PCI speeds).

•HyperTransport tunnel

•APIC

Refer to the AMD-8131 I/O bus tunnel product brief and the Preliminary AMD-8131™ HyperTransport™ PCI-X®Tunnel Data Sheet, order# 24637 for detailed specifications.

5.6.1.3AMD-8111™ HyperTransport™ I/O Hub

The AMD-8111™ HyperTransport I/O hub integrates the system I/O functions into a single component. The AMD-8111 I/O hub high-level feature-set includes the following:

•HyperTransport interface

•10/100 Ethernet

•EIDE Controller, supporting up to ATA-133

•AC‘97 Audio, USB

•I/O buses: PCI, LPC, SMbus, APIC

Refer to the AMD-8111 chipset component product brief and the AMD-8111™ HyperTransport™ I/O Hub Data Sheet, order# 24674 for detailed specifications.

5.6.2Graphics and Storage

Workstations are typically more graphic-intensive than servers. A workstation is used by a single user running applications that are more processor-intensive than a desktop. Programs such as CAD systems, scientific analysis programs such as finite element analysis, etc., are very graphic intensive. These types of applications require higher graphics capability than desktop systems. Therefore, if you are building a workstation you would want to use a motherboard that supports an AGP-8X graphics interface, such as is provided with the AMD-8151 HyperTransport AGP3.0 tunnel.

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Contents Revision Trademarks Contents Servers and Workstations EMI Reduction TechniquesList of Figures AMD Opteron Processor ArchitectureList of Tables Revision History Date Revision DescriptionRevision History AMD Opteron Processor Key Architectural Features AMD64 ArchitectureHyperTransport Technology Other Features of the AMD Opteron ProcessorIntegrated DDR Dram Memory Controller Design Methodology for the VSP Platform Validated Server Program VSPValue Proposition Platform Description Model A2210 1U/2P Rack Server Model A8440 4U/4P Rack Server Not Yet a Member of VSP? Servers and Workstations Validated Server Program VSP AMD Opteron Processor-In-a-Box AMD64 Processor-in-a-BoxServers and Workstations AMD Opteron Processor-In-a-Box Heatsink Installation Heatsink Installation ProcedureBackplate Release Liner Ensure Proper Contact Between Backplate and Motherboard Tightening Down the Retention Frame Pushing Gently Down on the Processor Heatsink Centered Over Processor Pushing Straight Down on the Clip Turning the Cam Lever Installed Heatsink Servers and Workstations Heatsink Installation Basic System Enclosure Selection Guidelines Hardware ConsiderationsSystem Enclosures and Chassis Selection Basic Chassis Selection GuidelinesPower Supply Considerations Desirable Airflow-Power Supply with Bottom InletPower Supply Guidelines Server and Workstation Platform Power SuppliesCalculating System Power Consumption Power Worksheet 1-Component PowerPower Worksheet 2-Total Watts Total Watts A = W For Each Voltage LevelThermal Solution AMD Opteron Processor Thermal Solution GuidelinesMemory Guidelines for AMD Opteron Processor- Based Systems AMD Opteron Processor InformationAMD Opteron Processor Series and Model Numbers AMD64AMD Chipset Information AMD-8000 Series ChipsetGraphics and Storage AMD-8131 HyperTransport PCI-XTunnelAMD Opteron Processor Utilities and Updates AMD-8000 Series Chipset DriversBit Operating Systems Linux Drivers for the AMD-8000 Series of Chipset Components Drivers for Linux KernelServers and Workstations Hardware Considerations Spread Spectrum Clocking EMI Reduction TechniquesEMI Emission Standards Rear I/O Connector Shield Disable Unused ClocksPower Supply Cable Routing Processor Heatsink Fan Cable RoutingProcessor Heatsink Grounding Servers and Workstations EMI Reduction Techniques Appendix a AMD Opteron Processor-Based System Build Procedure Builder’s Guide for AMD Opteron Processor Builder’s Guide for AMD Opteron Processor-Based Appendix B FAQs AMD Opteron Processor FAQsWhat is the value proposition of the AMD Opteron processor? Validated Server Program FAQs Where are EMI guidelines for motherboards located?Will these validated servers be available in all regions? Builder’s Guide for AMD Opteron Processor
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