AMD Set to `Go for the Gold' With New, Most Powerful AMD64 Mobile Processor.SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Most Advanced PC Processor for Notebooks Available in High-Performance Desktop-Replacement Notebooks From HP and VoodooPC AMD (Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., Sunnyvale, CA, www.amd.com) A major manufacturer of semiconductor devices including x86-compatible CPUs, embedded processors, flash memories, programmable logic devices and networking chips. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :AMD) today introduced the AMD Athlon(TM) 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks, extending the award-winning AMD64 processor family to new heights with the highest performing 32-bit/64-bit processor available for mobile PCs. AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks is the most advanced PC processor designed for notebook computing, offering outstanding 32-bit power today plus compatibility with tomorrow's 64-bit software. The AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks features HyperTransport(TM) technology for extraordinary application performance, plus an Enhanced Virus Protection Enhanced Virus Protection, often abbreviated as EVP, is a proprietary technology used by AMD which attempts to prevent malicious computer code from being executed without the user's knowledge or permission. security feature designed to prevent the spread of certain malicious viruses when enabled by Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Service Pack 2(a). "AMD has again raised the bar for notebook performance, giving consumers and business professionals even more power at their fingertips "Fingertips" is a 1963 number-one hit single recorded live by "Little" Stevie Wonder for Motown's Tamla label. Wonder's first hit single, "Fingertips" was the first live, non-studio recording to reach number-one on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in the United States. , plus added security with Enhanced Virus Protection enabled by Windows XP The previous client version of Windows. XP was a major upgrade to the client version of Windows 2000 with numerous changes to the user interface. XP improved support for gaming, digital photography, instant messaging, wireless networking and sharing connections to the Internet. SP2," said Marty Seyer, corporate vice president and general manager, Microprocessor Business Unit, Computation Products Group, AMD. "We continue to set the pace, meeting and exceeding industry demands for high-performance PCs." HP and VoodooPC are among the first suppliers to offer notebooks based on the new AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks. "Our customers want the power to create, experience and achieve more with their notebook PC. The HP Pavilion HP Pavilion may refer to:
"VoodooPC builds extremely fast and incredibly desirable performance PCs designed to excite our customers," said Rahul Sood Rahul Sood is the Chief Technology Officer for the HP Gaming Team. In 2007 Business 2.0 magazine had claimed Sood to be 83rd out of 101 persons on their "Who matters now?" list. , president and CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. , VoodooPC. "We prefer to use AMD Athlon 64 processors in our flagship ENVY notebooks because of the performance and flexibility of AMD64 technology. The bottom line is AMD has a lot to bring to the party, so we invite them as often as possible." Configure-to-order notebook systems featuring the AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ are available now from both HP and VoodooPC. AMD offers high-performance processors for a wide array of mobile PCs with extended system battery life enabled by AMD PowerNow!(TM) technology, as well as the benefit of wireless compatibility with today's most popular wireless solutions, for outstanding computing on the go. Availability The AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks is available immediately worldwide. Pricing The AMD Athlon 64 processor 3700+ for desktop-replacement notebooks is priced at $500 in 1,000-unit quantities. For pricing details please visit: http://www.amd.com/pricing. About AMD Athlon 64 processors for desktop-replacement notebooks AMD Athlon 64 processors for desktop-replacement notebooks are available in the following models: 3700+, 3400+, 3200+ and 3000+. Notebooks powered by these processors benefit from outstanding 32-bit processing performance, 64-bit capability, HyperTransport(TM) technology and an Enhanced Virus Protection feature enabled by Microsoft Windows See Windows. (operating system) Microsoft Windows - Microsoft's proprietary window system and user interface software released in 1985 to run on top of MS-DOS. Widely criticised for being too slow (hence "Windoze", "Microsloth Windows") on the machines available then. XP Service Pack 2 in both 32-bit and 64-bit operating environments. About AMD64 AMD64 evolves the industry-standard 32-bit x86 architecture The generic term x86 refers to the "CISC" type instruction set of the most commercially successful CPU architecture[1] in the history of personal computing, used in processors from Intel, AMD, VIA, and others. to support the demanding 64-bit environment that will enable future generations of computer functionality and productivity. AMD designed the AMD64 platform to allow end users to enjoy reliable, best-in-class performance on the 32-bit software they own today while preparing for a seamless transition to high-performance 64-bit applications. The AMD64 architecture is also designed to enhance the security of your computing environment by integrating Enhanced Virus Protection technology enabled by advanced anti-virus features in Windows(R) XP Service Pack 2 and the upcoming Windows Server See Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2003, Windows Home Server, Windows 2000 and Windows NT. 2003 Service Pack 1. Since the introduction of the AMD64 architecture in 2003, the AMD Opteron(TM) processor for servers and workstations and the AMD Athlon(TM) 64 processors for desktop and notebook computers have earned more than 45 awards for innovation and performance and the support of more than 2,000 OEMs, hardware and software developers, system builders and distributors. 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 Athlon, AMD Opteron, AMD PowerNow!, and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc. HyperTransport is a licensed trademark of the HyperTransport Technology Consortium. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation (company) Microsoft Corporation - The biggest supplier of operating systems and other software for IBM PC compatibles. Software products include MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows NT, Microsoft Access, LAN Manager, MS Client, SQL Server, Open Data Base Connectivity (ODBC), MS Mail, in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and/or other jurisdictions. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. (a) Enhanced Virus Protection will by default only protect the user's Windows operating system. Users must, at installation of Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 or when they first purchase their systems, enable the protection of their applications and associated files from memory buffer overrun attacks. AMD and Microsoft strongly recommend that users use third-party anti-virus software as part of their security strategy. |
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