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AMD Expands the AMD-K6-2E Embedded Processor Family
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 1999--AMD today announced the immediate availability of four new, higher performance versions of its AMD-K6(R)-2E embedded processor family at speeds up to 350 MHz.
The new additions include: the 350 MHz and 333 MHz standard power processors, and the 333 MHz and 300 MHz low-power processors. The AMD-K6-2E embedded processors are designed to offer compelling yet cost-effective performance for embedded applications.
"These new processors give embedded systems developers a tremendous amount of performance for a very reasonable price, while taking advantage of x86 software compatibility, chipsets, board designs, and development tools to help enable a quick time to market," said Jerry Vogel, Vice President and General Manager, Embedded Processor Division. "By broadening the range of embedded processor offerings for its customers, AMD reaffirms its commitment to provide long-term support for its AMD-K6 processor-based products."
"Design engineers now have a wealth of high-performance AMD-K6-2E embedded processors to choose from, whether in standard or low-power consumption versions. The AMD-K6-2E processors support the 100MHz Super7(TM) and Socket 7 platform-compatible infrastructure," said Tim Wright, Director of Marketing of AMD's Embedded Processor Division. 6 "These processors are ideally suited for today's high performance embedded applications, including point-of-sale terminals, printer controllers, public and private communications infrastructure, industrial automation, information appliances, and Microsoft(R) Windows(R)-based single board computers and embedded PCs."
About the AMD-K6(R)-2E Processor
The AMD-K6-2E processor is a functionally compatible embedded version of AMD's sixth-generation, Microsoft Windows software-compatible AMD-K6(R)-2 processor, which is used in many top-selling desktop and notebook PCs.
The low-power version of the AMD-K6-2E processor runs at a reduced core voltage of 1.9V to provide a maximum power consumption of less than 10 watts and extended temperature rating of 85 degrees C, while the standard power version is the embedded equivalent to the popular desktop AMD-K6-2 processor with a standard 2.2V core voltage and temperature rating. On both versions, the I/O voltage operates at the industry-standard 3.3V level.
Designed to run both 16-bit and 32-bit software, the AMD-K6-2E processor delivers high-performance x86 instruction set processing and is compatible with the Microsoft Windows CE, Windows 98, Windows NT(R) and Windows NTE operating systems, as well as applications that run on them, including the latest software optimized for 3DNow!(TM) and MMX(TM) technologies.
The AMD-K6-2E processor also is supported by other leading PC and x86 compatible operating systems, including numerous Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) commonly used in embedded applications, such as pSOS, QNX, RTXC and VxWorks.
The 9.3-million-transistor AMD-K6-2E processor is manufactured on AMD's 0.25-micron, five-layer-metal process technology using local interconnect and shallow-trench isolation at AMD's Fab 25 wafer fabrication facility in Austin, Texas. The AMD-K6-2E processor is packaged in a Socket 7 and Super7 platform-compatible, 321-pin ceramic pin grid array (CPGA) package using C4 flip-chip interconnection technology.
Pricing and Availability
The AMD-K6-2E processor is immediately available in both standard and low-power versions.
-- The standard power 350 MHz AMD-K6-2E/350AFR processor is priced
at $61, and the 333 MHz AMD-K6-2E/333AFR processor is priced at
$59, each in 1,000-unit quantities through AMD authorized
distributors.
-- The low-power 333 MHz AMD-K6-2E/333AMZ processor is priced at
$69, and the 300 MHz AMD-K6-2E-300AMZ processor is priced at $66,
each in 1,000-unit quantities, through AMD authorized
distributors.
Visit AMD on the Web
Additional press releases and information about AMD are available at amd.com. Additional information about the AMD-K6-2E family of processors is available at amd.com.
About AMD
AMD is a global supplier of integrated circuits for the personal and networked computer and communications markets. AMD produces microprocessors, flash memories, and integrated circuits for communications and networking applications. Founded in 1969 and based in Sunnyvale, California, AMD had revenues of $2.5 billion in 1998. (NYSE:AMD).
Cautionary Statement
This release contains forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are generally preceded by words such as "plans," "expects," "believes," "anticipates" or "intends." Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements in this release involve risks and uncertainty that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations. Forward-looking statements in this release include the risk that the AMD-K6-2-E processors will not be released on schedule or at all, and that the AMD-K6-2-E processors will not achieve customer or market acceptance. We urge investors to review in detail the risks and uncertainties in the Company's filings with the Securities Exchange Commission.
Note to Editors: AMD, the AMD logo, 3DNow!, and Super7 are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., and AMD-K6 is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other jurisdictions. MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
CONTACT:
AMD Public Relations
Catherine Abbinanti, 512/602-2292 (PR)
cathy.abbinanti@amd.com
Toni Beckham, 408/749-3127 (IR)
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