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Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations Publication # 31684 Revision: 3.00 Issue Date: September 2004
Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations Publication # 31684 Revision: 3.00 Issue Date: September 2004
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... descriptions at any time without notice. All rights reserved. © 2004 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD makes no liability whatsoever, and disclaims any express or implied warranty, relating to support or sustain life,...AMD's products are registered trademarks of any other application in AMD's Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale, AMD assumes no representations or warranties with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ("AMD") products. Trademarks AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, and combinations thereof, AMD PowerNow!, Cool 'n' Quiet, AMD-8000, AMD-8111, AMD-8131, and AMD...
... descriptions at any time without notice. All rights reserved. © 2004 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD makes no liability whatsoever, and disclaims any express or implied warranty, relating to support or sustain life,...AMD's products are registered trademarks of any other application in AMD's Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale, AMD assumes no representations or warranties with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ("AMD") products. Trademarks AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, and combinations thereof, AMD PowerNow!, Cool 'n' Quiet, AMD-8000, AMD-8111, AMD-8131, and AMD...
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... 4.2.2 Calculating System Power Consumption 26 4.3 AMD Athlon 64 Processor Thermal Solution Guidelines 28 4.4 Memory Guidelines for AMD Athlon 64 Processor-Based Systems 29 4.5 AMD Chipset Information 31 4.5.1 AMD-8000™ Series Chipset 31 4.5.2 Graphics and Storage 32 4.6 AMD Athlon 64 Processor Drivers and Utilities 33 4.7 AMD-8000 Series Chipset Drivers 33 Chapter 5 EMI Reduction Techniques 37 5.1 EMI Emission Standards 37 5.2 AMD Athlon 64 Processor-Based System Builder EMI Reduction...
... 4.2.2 Calculating System Power Consumption 26 4.3 AMD Athlon 64 Processor Thermal Solution Guidelines 28 4.4 Memory Guidelines for AMD Athlon 64 Processor-Based Systems 29 4.5 AMD Chipset Information 31 4.5.1 AMD-8000™ Series Chipset 31 4.5.2 Graphics and Storage 32 4.6 AMD Athlon 64 Processor Drivers and Utilities 33 4.7 AMD-8000 Series Chipset Drivers 33 Chapter 5 EMI Reduction Techniques 37 5.1 EMI Emission Standards 37 5.2 AMD Athlon 64 Processor-Based System Builder EMI Reduction...
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Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Appendix A AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based System Build Procedure 41 Appendix B AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor FAQs 45 4 Contents
Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Appendix A AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based System Build Procedure 41 Appendix B AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor FAQs 45 4 Contents
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... 4. AMD Athlon 64 FX Processor-in Installed Position 20 Figure 19. Ensure Proper Contact Between Backplate and Motherboard 15 Figure 8. Pushing Straight Down on the Processor 17 Figure 12. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Architecture 9 Figure 2. Retention Frame and Backplate for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased...25 List of Figures Figure 1. Motherboard Placed Over Backplate 14 Figure 7. Alignment Markers on Processor and Motherboard 16 Figure 11. AMD Athlon 64 Processor-in-a-Box 11 Figure 3. Plastic Cover Over Thermal Interface Material 17 Figure 13. Installed ...
... 4. AMD Athlon 64 FX Processor-in Installed Position 20 Figure 19. Ensure Proper Contact Between Backplate and Motherboard 15 Figure 8. Pushing Straight Down on the Processor 17 Figure 12. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Architecture 9 Figure 2. Retention Frame and Backplate for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased...25 List of Figures Figure 1. Motherboard Placed Over Backplate 14 Figure 7. Alignment Markers on Processor and Motherboard 16 Figure 11. AMD Athlon 64 Processor-in-a-Box 11 Figure 3. Plastic Cover Over Thermal Interface Material 17 Figure 13. Installed ...
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Microsoft® Drivers for the AMD-8000 Series of Chipset Components 35 6 List of Tables Power Worksheet 2-Total Watts 28 Table 3. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Series 29 Table 4. Linux Drivers for the AMD-8000™ Series of Tables Table 1. Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 List of Chipset Components 34 Table 5. Power Worksheet 1-Component Power 27 Table 2.
Microsoft® Drivers for the AMD-8000 Series of Chipset Components 35 6 List of Tables Power Worksheet 2-Total Watts 28 Table 3. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Series 29 Table 4. Linux Drivers for the AMD-8000™ Series of Tables Table 1. Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 List of Chipset Components 34 Table 5. Power Worksheet 1-Component Power 27 Table 2.
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Description Revision History 7 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Revision History Date Revision September 2004 3.00 Initial public release.
Description Revision History 7 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Revision History Date Revision September 2004 3.00 Initial public release.
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Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 8 Revision History
Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 8 Revision History
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31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Chapter 1 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Key Architectural Features The key architectural features of the AMD Athlon 64 processor architecture. Figure 1. and 64-bit environments. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Architecture 1.1 The AMD64 Architecture AMD64 architecture allows end users to run existing, installed 32-bit applications and operating systems at peak...
31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Chapter 1 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Key Architectural Features The key architectural features of the AMD Athlon 64 processor architecture. Figure 1. and 64-bit environments. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Architecture 1.1 The AMD64 Architecture AMD64 architecture allows end users to run existing, installed 32-bit applications and operating systems at peak...
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...available memory bandwidth to scale with the number of processors and − can support up to eight registered DDR DIMMs with an AMD Athlon 64 FX processor. − can support up to four unbuffered DDR DIMMs with an AMD Athlon 64 939-pin processor. • has available memory bandwidth of up... • Low power consumption (1.2 W) to help reduce the system thermal budget 1.4 Other Features of the AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Other features of the AMD Athlon 64 processor include: • 64-bit wide key data and address paths that incorporate a 48-bit virtual address space and a 40-bit ...
...available memory bandwidth to scale with the number of processors and − can support up to eight registered DDR DIMMs with an AMD Athlon 64 FX processor. − can support up to four unbuffered DDR DIMMs with an AMD Athlon 64 939-pin processor. • has available memory bandwidth of up... • Low power consumption (1.2 W) to help reduce the system thermal budget 1.4 Other Features of the AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Other features of the AMD Athlon 64 processor include: • 64-bit wide key data and address paths that incorporate a 48-bit virtual address space and a 40-bit ...
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Figure 2 shows the new AMD Athlon™ 64 processor PIB retail box. Figure 2. The AMD PIB is available now in -a-box (PIB) from AMD. 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Chapter 2 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box The best solution for System Builders and Resellers manufacturing pedestal platforms is the processor-in a new retail box. The PIB is covered by a three-year limited warranty. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box Chapter 2 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box 11
Figure 2 shows the new AMD Athlon™ 64 processor PIB retail box. Figure 2. The AMD PIB is available now in -a-box (PIB) from AMD. 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Chapter 2 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box The best solution for System Builders and Resellers manufacturing pedestal platforms is the processor-in a new retail box. The PIB is covered by a three-year limited warranty. AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box Chapter 2 AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-in-a-Box 11
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... instructions • AMD64 processor case sticker • Double processor packaging allows higher impact resistance adding more protection • A three-year limited warranty • Certificate of Authenticity Please check with your preferred distribution partner for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Figure 3 shows the new AMD Athlon 64 FX processor PIB retail box.
... instructions • AMD64 processor case sticker • Double processor packaging allows higher impact resistance adding more protection • A three-year limited warranty • Certificate of Authenticity Please check with your preferred distribution partner for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Figure 3 shows the new AMD Athlon 64 FX processor PIB retail box.
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... Installation This chapter contains instructions for the AMD Athlon 64 processor heatsink. Figure 4. Please take proper ESD precautions when handling any board or processor. If the retention frame and backplate are already attached to the motherboard, proceed to install the AMD Athlon 64 processor heatsink. Retention Frame and Backplate for the AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Heatsink 3.1 Heatsink Installation Procedure Follow these instructions...
... Installation This chapter contains instructions for the AMD Athlon 64 processor heatsink. Figure 4. Please take proper ESD precautions when handling any board or processor. If the retention frame and backplate are already attached to the motherboard, proceed to install the AMD Athlon 64 processor heatsink. Retention Frame and Backplate for the AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor Heatsink 3.1 Heatsink Installation Procedure Follow these instructions...
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... on page 15.) 14 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3 Gently lift the motherboard by the edges over the backplate. 4. Motherboard Placed Over Backplate 5. Press firmly on the processor socket to ensure proper contact between the backplate and motherboard. (See Figure 7 on the backplate with the two mounting holes near the socket and the...
... on page 15.) 14 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3 Gently lift the motherboard by the edges over the backplate. 4. Motherboard Placed Over Backplate 5. Press firmly on the processor socket to ensure proper contact between the backplate and motherboard. (See Figure 7 on the backplate with the two mounting holes near the socket and the...
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Carefully place the retention frame on the version of the AMD Athlon 64 processor being used. 7. The screw holes must align with Backplate Standoffs 9. 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 7. Retention Frame Screw Holes Aligned with the backplate standoffs. (See Figure 8.) Figure 8. Ensure Proper Contact Between Backplate...
Carefully place the retention frame on the version of the AMD Athlon 64 processor being used. 7. The screw holes must align with Backplate Standoffs 9. 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 7. Retention Frame Screw Holes Aligned with the backplate standoffs. (See Figure 8.) Figure 8. Ensure Proper Contact Between Backplate...
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... Chapter 3 Figure 10. If voltage is applied before the heatsink is fully installed. Gently place the processor into the fully locked position. (See Figure 11 on the motherboard. The AMD Athlon 64 processor has a small triangle marking on the processor while lowering the locking lever and latching it away from the socket body, and then lift...
... Chapter 3 Figure 10. If voltage is applied before the heatsink is fully installed. Gently place the processor into the fully locked position. (See Figure 11 on the motherboard. The AMD Athlon 64 processor has a small triangle marking on the processor while lowering the locking lever and latching it away from the socket body, and then lift...
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... Material 15. Inspect the thermal interface material on the bottom. If replacement thermal interface material is needed, contact AMD technical support for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 11. Remove and discard the plastic cover. Figure 12. The heatsink must match ...scratches or gaps. In EMEA, please contact AMD technical support for any reason, clean the processor and heatsink surface and reapply an AMD-approved thermal interface material before reinstalling the processor. 14. Center the heatsink over the processor. (See Figure 13 on page 18.) The...
... Material 15. Inspect the thermal interface material on the bottom. If replacement thermal interface material is needed, contact AMD technical support for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 11. Remove and discard the plastic cover. Figure 12. The heatsink must match ...scratches or gaps. In EMEA, please contact AMD technical support for any reason, clean the processor and heatsink surface and reapply an AMD-approved thermal interface material before reinstalling the processor. 14. Center the heatsink over the processor. (See Figure 13 on page 18.) The...
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Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Figure 13. Hook the spring clip under the cam lever to the mounting lug on page 19.) This may need to be applied. Some force may take more force than the first side. 18 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3 Figure 14. Heatsink Spring Clip 17. Carefully push straight down on the clip. (See Figure 15 on the retention frame. Ensure the spring clip is aligned with the plastic lug on the retention frame. 18. Heatsink Centered Over Processor 16.
Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Figure 13. Hook the spring clip under the cam lever to the mounting lug on page 19.) This may need to be applied. Some force may take more force than the first side. 18 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3 Figure 14. Heatsink Spring Clip 17. Carefully push straight down on the clip. (See Figure 15 on the retention frame. Ensure the spring clip is aligned with the plastic lug on the retention frame. 18. Heatsink Centered Over Processor 16.
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31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 15. Correctly Installed Spring Clip Chapter 3 Heatsink Installation 19 Pushing Straight Down on the Clip The spring clip must be installed as shown in Figure 16. Figure 16.
31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 ProcessorBased Desktops and Workstations Figure 15. Correctly Installed Spring Clip Chapter 3 Heatsink Installation 19 Pushing Straight Down on the Clip The spring clip must be installed as shown in Figure 16. Figure 16.
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Carefully turn the cam lever to the installed position. (See Figure 18.) Figure 18. Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 19. Turning the Cam Lever 20. Ensure the cam lever is fully rotated to its installed position. (See Figure 17.) Figure 17. Cam Lever in Installed Position 20 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3
Carefully turn the cam lever to the installed position. (See Figure 18.) Figure 18. Builder's Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-Based Desktops and Workstations 31684 Rev. 3.00 September 2004 19. Turning the Cam Lever 20. Ensure the cam lever is fully rotated to its installed position. (See Figure 17.) Figure 17. Cam Lever in Installed Position 20 Heatsink Installation Chapter 3