- ASI Corp., Ingram Micro and Tech Data on board to sell Supermicro solutions based on AMD64 processor technology-
SUNNYVALE, CALIF.-Oct. 10, 2005-AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced general
availability of a broad range of AMD64 technology-based server and
motherboard solutions from Supermicro Computer, Inc., through three
leading distributors, offering Supermicro solution providers and
technology buyers greater choice in the x86 server market. ASI Corp., a
leading distributor of wholesale computer components and peripheral
products in North America; Ingram Micro Inc., the world's largest
technology distributor; and Tech Data Corporation, a leading global
provider of IT products, logistics management and other value-added
services, are now selling server building blocks designed and
manufactured by Supermicro.
"Supermicro, a market leader in x86 server and motherboard solutions for
the distribution channel, has chosen the AMD Opteron(tm) processor to
augment their server product offerings and give customers broader
platform choice through a team of leading distributors," said Patrick
Moorhead, vice president, Global Channel Marketing, AMD. "We commend
Supermicro for listening to its customers and channel partners and
choosing the industry-leading performance-per-watt benefits of AMD64
multi-core processors. With Supermicro, AMD now has access to a broader
market for servers than we have had, as resellers and integrators offer
new AMD Opteron processor-based servers to help satisfy the growing need
for industry-leading x86 platforms in small and medium-size businesses."
Consistent with Supermicro's strategy to offer high-quality
component-based solutions, the AMD Opteron processor with Direct Connect
Architecture provides simultaneous high-performance 32- and 64-bit
computing and is designed to power server and workstation solutions for
today's most demanding business applications.
"We strive to build solutions based on leading innovative and reliable
technology, and by adding AMD64 technology into our portfolio of
offerings, we are able to significantly broaden the choices available to
our customers," said Wally Liaw, vice president, International Sales,
Supermicro. "Supermicro's new solutions optimized for AMD64 dual-core
technology will provide end users with the performance and reliability
needed to realize the full potential of their business-critical
applications."
ASI announced immediate availability of its Nspire line of motherboards,
barebones servers and integrated server solutions designed and
manufactured by Supermicro. All of these products are powered by AMD
Opteron processors and are dual-core ready. For more information on the
Nspire AMD Opteron processor-based products from Supermicro, call
(800)200-0274 or visit http://www.asipartner.com
"The outstanding performance of Dual-Core AMD Opteron processors
combined with Supermicro's quality and reliable boards and systems will
enable ASI to offer a compelling solution to our system integrator and
reseller customers," said Brian Paterson, vice president of sales and
marketing, U.S., ASI. "ASI is dedicated to providing our channel
partners with the best components available in the market today, so that
they can build complete, high-performance server solutions."
The latest AMD Opteron processor-based motherboards and barebones
servers from Supermicro are also now available from Ingram Micro and
Tech Data. For more information on Ingram Micro or Tech Data solutions,
call (800)456-8000 or (800)237-8931, respectively. For more information
on the various Supermicro server, workstation and motherboard offerings,
go to http://www.amd.com/supermicro
About the AMD Opteron(tm) Processor
More than 75 percent of the top 100 of the Forbes Global 2000 companies
or their affiliates, representing the world's most competitive
industries, now use AMD Opteron(tm) processor-based systems to run
applications at new levels of performance. The AMD Opteron processor,
based on AMD64 technology with Direct Connect Architecture, made history
as the industry's first x86 multi-core processor for servers and
workstations that is both 32- and 64-bit capable. Dual-Core AMD Opteron
processors can deliver higher performance within the same power envelope
as single-core processors because they were designed from the ground up
for multi-core computing. With a broad portfolio of dual-core and
single-core solutions and a robust 64-bit ecosystem, AMD and its
customers are leading the way to the next evolution of enterprise
computing.
AMD's Position on Fair and Open Competition
AMD stands for fair and open competition and the value and variety
competition delivers to consumers. Businesses and consumers should have
the freedom to choose from a range of competitive products that come
from continuous innovation on a level playing field where everybody
plays by the same set of rules. When market forces work, consumers have
choice and everyone wins.
About AMD
AMD (NYSE:AMD) 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 http://www.amd.com