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To: Elmer Phud who wrote (123969)	6/17/2004 12:56:31 AM
From: Joe NYC	Respond to of 275872

The AMD Opteron Processor Powers Formula One Team Sauber Petronas Thursday June 17, 12:01 am ET Sauber Adds the Power of AMD64 with Direct Connect Architecture in its Quest for Victory SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 17, 2004--AMD (NYSE: AMD - News) today announced that Sauber Petronas will implement a server cluster based on the AMD Opteron(TM) processor with Direct Connect Architecture. The cluster is designed to deliver increased performance for the Swiss Formula One team as part of their aerodynamics research and development efforts. Sauber selected AMD Opteron processor-based solutions to help achieve greater progress particularly in the field of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), a critical factor complementing Sauber's aerodynamics and wind tunnel testing. ADVERTISEMENT "The entire field of aerodynamics and CFD is becoming increasingly important in Formula One, that's why it's crucial to have the right technology partners," said Peter Sauber, team principal for Sauber Petronas. When Sauber Petronas decided to upgrade their computing capabilities in order to push the limits of their computer-aided research and performance, they carefully evaluated the 32-bit and 64-bit solutions available. Sauber's technology team determined that only the AMD Opteron processor met their technical requirements, by delivering the best overall 32-bit performance combined with the power of 64-bit computing. "It is clear that AMD is at the forefront in the area of 64-bit computing, and we believe AMD64 technology is the future in high-performance-computing," said Torbjorn Larsson, head of CFD at Sauber. "AMD is rapidly becoming recognized for high-performance computing in the highly competitive world of Formula One racing, and we look forward to working with Sauber to help them develop the cutting-edge solutions they require to be successful," said Henri Richard, AMD's executive vice president, worldwide sales and marketing. "By delivering unparalleled performance, the AMD Opteron processor with Direct Connect Architecture will allow Sauber to protect their current technology investments as well as gain a critical competitive advantage." AMD will provide the AMD64 platform to Sauber Petronas as an Official Technology Partner to the Swiss Formula One team. Demonstrating an unwavering focus on customer-centric innovation, AMD was the first to present an x86 dual-core strategy, and earlier this week became the first to announce the completion of an x86 dual-core processor design for 64-bit computing. AMD plans to deliver high-performance dual-core products to the x86 server market in mid-2005 and introduce dual-core solutions for high-end client PCs in the second half of 2005. As more solution providers join the AMD64 ecosystem, the industry is approaching the day when 32-bit-only systems will become obsolete. About the AMD Opteron(TM) Processor The AMD Opteron processor continues to transform the enterprise with groundbreaking architecture, world-class 32-bit performance and an ecosystem committed to the development of an industry-standard 64-bit solution. The world's first 32-bit and 64-bit processor compatible with the x86 architecture, the AMD Opteron processor is based on AMD64 technology. AMD64 with Direct Connect Architecture helps eliminate the bottlenecks inherent in a front-side bus and, instead, directly connects the processors, the memory controller and the I/O to the central processor unit, improving overall system performance and efficiency. About AMD AMD (NYSE:AMD - News) 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. 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. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements in this release involve risks and uncertainty that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations. Risks include the possibility that the company's future x86 dual-core 64-bit processors will not be introduced on their current introduction schedules, will not perform pursuant to their design specifications, will not achieve customer and/or market acceptance, and will not be produced in the volume and performance grades demanded by customers; and that the company's transition to 90nm manufacturing processes for its processors will not occur in the expected time frame and that the company will not recognize the expected benefits from the technology transition. We urge investors to review in detail the risks and uncertainties in the company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including but not limited to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 28, 2003, and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 28, 2004. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Opteron, and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other company and product names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contact: AMD Andrew Fox, 512-602-9002 (PR) andrew.fox@amd.com or Mike Haase, 408-749-3124 (IR) biz.yahoo.com

To: Elmer Phud who wrote (123969)	6/17/2004 8:49:58 AM
From: fyodor_	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 275872

Elmer: What you say is possible, along with other possibilities as well. We have been trying to keep things simple to pass the Occam's razor test. If you focus and A64 and look at what (volume) products AMD actually had available until very recently (i.e. excluding the recently introduced 939 parts), it seems likely that there have been bin split issues with A64. Only 3 speed grades were available! 3200+, 3000+ and 2800+. It doesn't seem probable that the frequency distribution was this narrow, so unless you subscribe to the "stockpiling theory"... I don't think the bin splits have quite come up to where AMD would want them either, considering that the newly announced models only reach 200MHz higher than the previous max (2.2GHz for the 3200+ vs 2.4GHz for the 3800+). That's a long time to be stalled in frequency. Of course, one could argue that they don't really need any higher right now - and that is not altogether untrue, but let's wait and see if these chips are actually available in volume and how AMD responds when Intel introduces new P4s and really pushes Dothan for the desktop. Another good indicator would be if AMD does not introduce slower 939 models, although if they do, I wouldn't consider it a contrary indicator (rather just a response to market demands). -fyo