Intel Intros Updated Xeon "Irwindale"
Intel today began shipping an upgraded version of its 64-bit Xeon DP processor. The new chip, code-named Irwindale, integrates 2 MByte L2 cache which is twice the memory of the previous Xeon (Nocona).
Source: Tom's Hardware GuideIntel claims an 18 percent performance gain and greater scalability.
The new Xeon DP is compatible with Nocona platforms, supports DDR2-400 memory and PCI Express, the company said.
Intel plans to introduce its Xeon MP processor, code-named Potomac, "within 90 days and up to 8 MByte L3 cache."Cranford", a Xeon variant with 1 MByte L2 cache will be launched simultaneously and target entry-level four-way server platforms. Both processors will be offered in the framework of the E8500 "TwinCastle" chipset that will be carried over for dual-core Xeons later this year.
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