Ultra Dense Servers Get a Boost from Intel

By Veronica Hendricks
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(11/15/01, 09:50:12 AM EDT)

Intel's newest series of products takes aim at the emerging category of low-power, space-saving "ultra dense" servers. The products are based on the Ultra Low Voltage Pentium III processor at 700 MHz, which runs at 1.1 volts and includes 512 KB of on-chip cache memory. In addition, the complementary Intel 440GX chipset delivers server-specific reliability and performance features, such as error correcting code and large memory support of up to two gigabytes. Ultra dense systems are commonly used for tasks such as Web serving, firewall protection, and Web caching.

Systems based on the combination of the Ultra Low Voltage Pentium III processor at 700 MHz and Intel 440GX chipset will include 512 KB of on-die level 2 cache memory and support for PC 100 SDRAM memory. The processor is produced in high volumes on Intel's 0.13-micron manufacturing process, an advanced process that enables low voltages for the processor (ranging from 1.1 to 0.95 volts). The chips come in Intel's uFCBGA package, the latest packaging technology for smaller systems, such as high-density servers.

Intel-based ultra dense servers provide full support for the x86 instruction set, meaning that a full range of multiple operating system images and applications can run simultaneously and achieve full functionality and performance. The systems support existing industry-wide development tools and improve density, cost per transaction, and power usage without sacrificing performance.

System pricing for the complete combination of products varies by manufacturer. Systems are expected to be available starting in Q4'01.

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