IBM Corporation - 13N0701

• Composite Theoretical Performance (CTP): 6451 MTOPS

Performance:

• AMD delivers high-performance solutions for today's enterprise community. This AMD Opteron processor delivers ease of transition to 64-bit technology at your desired pace without sacrificing 32-bit performance. With 64-bit capabilities, the AMD Opteron processor supports large memory addressability for data-intensive applications, allowing for optimal performance and improved productivity in your work environments

Flexibility:

• The AMD Opteron processor minimizes integration complexities by giving you simultaneous high performance 32- and 64-bit computing This Opteron processor provides the flexibility and scalability for demanding enterprise-class applications. The AMD Opteron processor's forward-thinking technology provides flexibility with a scalable design, delivering the headroom needed for future applications

This AMD Opteron processor option 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 current business environments and answer future business growth needs. This new Model 248 evolutionary processor with 2.2GHz front-side bus frequency and memory support for PC2700 is expected to give an immediate performance boost to the IBM eServer 325. The AMD processor upgrades provide a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance and investment protection and can help reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) variable in 2004 and beyond IT budget projections

• IBM eServer 325