| Q: | What is the AMD-K6 -2 processor?
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| A: | The first processor to incorporate AMD's innovative 3DNow!™ technology, the AMD-K6 -2 processor delivers an outstanding combination of price and performance along with a powerful 3D experience for Windows computing. The AMD-K6-2 processor works hand-in-hand with today's leading 3D graphics accelerators to enhance 3D processing power and generate exciting levels of realism in personal computing. Currently, the AMD-K6-2 processor is available in clock speeds of 500MHz, 533MHz, and 550MHz. |
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| Q: | What is AMD's 3DNow!™ technology?
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| A: | 3DNow!™ technology was the first innovation to the x86 processor architecture that significantly enhanced floating-point intensive three-dimensional (3D) graphics and multimedia performance for mainstream Microsoft Windows -compatible personal computers. Benefits of 3DNow! technology include 3D processing at a great price; crisp, vibrant images and graphics; rich sound and video; as well as an enhanced internet experience. For more details, see Inside 3DNow! technology.
3DNow! technology and Intel's Streaming SIMD Extensions (SSE) are similar technologies. 3DNow! technology, which was introduced 9 months in advance of SSE, is featured on all AMD?s Desktop and Mobile product offerings, including the AMD-K6 and AMD Athlon™ Product Families. By contrast, SSE is only featured on Intel?s Pentium III product range.
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| Q: | Does the AMD-K6 -2 processor with 3DNow!™ technology replace my 3D graphics accelerator card?
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| A: | No, the AMD-K6 -2 processor works hand-in-hand with your high-end graphics accelerator to enable a complete PC that delivers leading-edge 3D performance. |
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| Q: | How is 3DNow!™ technology different from MMX™ technology?
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| A: | MMX™ was developed primarily to improve integer-based multimedia performance, but it does not effectively address the needs of floating-point intensive 3D applications. The growing trend towards 3D applications requires even more powerful processors with specific enhancements to accelerate 3D performance. 3DNow!™ moves beyond MMX to deliver the 3D performance needed for today's emerging 3D applications such as games, edutainment, and business productivity titles. Both the AMD-K6 and AMD-K6-2 processors include MMX technology. The AMD-K6-2 is the industry's first processor to implement 3DNow! technology. |
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| Q: | Is the AMD-K6 -2 processor compatible with existing software?
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| A: | Yes, if it's from AMD, it's compatible. Extensive internal and external testing ensures that the AMD-K6 -2 processor is compatible with all versions of the Microsoft Windows operating system, other leading operating systems, and more than 60,000 software applications. The AMD-K6-2 processor has the support of Microsoft and the independent software community. |
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| Q: | Is the AMD-K6 -2 processor compatible with the popular Socket 7 platform?
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| A: | Yes. Socket 7 represents the vast majority of today's installed base of PCs and has been proven for reliability, upgradeability, and low cost. For even better system performance with the AMD-K6 -2 processor, choose a Super7™ motherboard. Before selecting a motherboard you should first check with the manufacturer and review the recommended AMD motherboard support list. |
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| Q: | What is the Super7™ platform?
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| A: | The Super7 initiative supercharges today's Socket 7 platform by adding support for AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) and an industry-standard, high-performance 100-MHz system bus. The addition of a 100-MHz interface speeds access to level 2 cache and main memory by up to 50 percent, leading to a significant increase in system performance. Super7™ motherboards are the best choice for high-performance AMD-K6 -2 processor-based PCs. |
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| Q: | How can I purchase an AMD-K6 -2 processor-based system?
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| A: | AMD-K6 -2 processor-based PCs are available from leading PC manufactures, retailers, distributers, and resellers around the world. |
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| Q: | Will AMD incorporate security features in AMD-K6 family products or other future products like those that Intel has announced?
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| A: | We certainly understand the motivation for improving security for web-based transactions and E-commerce. However, we are concerned about the potential of compromising the privacy of the individual. We are evaluating the alternatives for addressing this issue. |
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| Q: | Does the AMD-K6 -2 processor with 3DNow!™ technology replace my 3D graphics accelerator card?
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| A: | No, the AMD-K6 -2 processor works hand-in-hand with your high-end graphics accelerator to enable a complete PC that delivers leading-edge 3D performance. |
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| Q: | How can I purchase an AMD-K6 -2 processor-based system?
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| A: | AMD-K6 -2 processor-based PCs are available from leading PC manufactures, retailers, distributers, and resellers around the world. |
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| Q: | What motherboards support the AMD-K6 -2 processor?
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| A: | Check the AMD recommended motherboard support list for motherboards AMD has tested with the AMD-K6 -2 processor. |
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| Q: | Can I upgrade my AMD-K6 processor or AMD-K5™ processor to an AMD-K6-2 processor?
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| A: | Before attempting any upgrades, you should contact the manufacturer of your motherboard. You may need a new motherboard to upgrade your system effectively. A new motherboard will ensure your system has the correct voltage and BIOS support for the AMD-K6 -2 processor. Please check out our Tips on Making a Smart Motherboard Choice. |
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| Q: | Does AMD have warranty coverage for my AMD-K6®-2 processor?
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| A: | See Warranty Information |
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