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- Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
- Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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The evolutionary AMD Opteron 170 Dual-core processor provides a highly scalable architecture that delivers next-generation performance as well as a flexible upgrade path from 32- to 64-bit computing for any workstation and server platform and is a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection and reduced total cost of ownership (TCO).
The AMD Opteron 170 Socket 939 processor operates at 2.0GHz with 2 x 1MB (2MB total) L2 Cache for significantly enhanced overall system performance and incredible efficiency in complex computing environments such as CAD, graphics and scientific workstation platforms or high-end gaming desktop systems.
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Excellent Processor, Great OC'er
- Pros: This is an excellent processor. First of all it runs cool. I bought two of these and the one Newegg sent me was a 0530TPMW (I love you newegg). Mine peaks at 2.9 on air (Zalman CNPS9500LED) dual prime stable at 48c-50c, and for everyday use I'm running it at 250x10 2-2-2-5-1T with four sticks of Mushkin Redline and DFI SLI-DR Expert. It was worth every penny and then some... Even when I max both cores out with Prime or SP2004 I can still play UT2k4 with no lag... I don't understand how this can be possible. It's a great processor. Check for more info and user reviews.
- Cons: None, so far.
- Other Thoughts: I don't know why some of you guys give bad reviews because some other component failed to perform properly. This is not processor's fault. It might be a lot of different things like bad mobo or bad memory or bad timings. Please think and be fair before you post a review.
Want To Play The Random Stepping/Week Code Lottery (Do You Feel Lucky Today???)
- Pros: AMD makes an overall Great Product, The Opteron 170 is definately one of them!! BUT, like all semiconductor manufacturers, sometimes a few batches (stepping/week codes) perform much "Inferior" to all the rest of the line.... Again, that is to be expected!!!
- Cons: Unfortunately, There Is No Way To Know How The Final Product Will Perform At Maximum... Even the Best of the big "Super Suppliers", uses a "part number only" shippment system, and it is like buying a bingo card. You hope and pray you will be the big winner, but that is all you can do, is hope and pray... Remember, some people go to win, and some just enjoy playing! Think of being able to buy a bingo card that will be in the top ten winners.... would you pay more?? 10%, 15%, Maybe more???
- Other Thoughts: My Suggestion is to Have Someone Monitor What Stepping/Date Codes Come In at the warehouse(Easely done with clear window packages, and since (I'm sure) newegg must order in large bulk shippments), and then sell the Premium Stepping/Week codes at a premium price for the performance users, and leave the remaining for mainstream pricing and mainstream customers! The Optional Performance/Premium Price Revenue would pay for the process, and keep us performance buyers shopping with the best... NEWEGG!!!
| Model | OSA170CDBOX |
| Series | Opteron |
| CPU Socket Type | Socket 939 |
| Core | Denmark |
| Multi-Core | Dual-Core |
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Nice 3GHz Chip
- Pros: Got mine running dual SP 32M stable on air at 3030MHz (10 X 303) with only 1.44 volts vcore. Lots more under the hood with higher vcore.
- Cons: Had to use a 166 divider in order to run my RAM at a 1T command rate.
- Other Thoughts: LCBQE 0722RPAW stepping.
DUD
- Pros: Great chip, cheap, cold....
- Cons: not stable in windows @ stock speeds
- Other Thoughts: rma'd for a new one, hopefully getting one that works
Great Overclocker
- Pros: I bought this chip to upgrade from my 3700. I must say on factory settings this was actually a downgrade. But once I overclocked it, it proved to be the better chip. I overclocked this chip to 2.9gigs on stock voltage. I'm going to try for 3.0 gigs soon but i'm sure I won't have a problem getting there. My AMD 3700 could only be clocked to 2.6 gigs before my system went haywire. I can't comment on stock cooling or on the heating issue since I used the artic freezer pro right off the back. Not to mention that I have it clocked to 2.9 gigs. But I will say this on idle it stays at 41 and at load it does not past 50. I know that's not good enough for some but it's not bad when you think about how high It's overclocked. I'm sure with watercooling you can really take this thing to a whole other level.
- Cons: Not one that I can think of. maybe the heat thing but i'm not sure about that.
- Other Thoughts: Great chip with great potential and a great price.
| Model |
| Brand |
AMD |
| Processors Type |
Server |
| Series |
Opteron |
| Model |
OSA170CDBOX |
| CPU Socket Type |
| CPU Socket Type |
Socket 939 |
| Tech Spec |
| Core |
Denmark |
| Multi-Core |
Dual-Core |
| Name |
Opteron 170 |
| Operating Frequency |
2.0GHz |
| Hyper Transports |
1000MHz |
| L1 Cache |
128KB+128KB |
| L2 Cache |
2 x 1MB |
| Manufacturing Tech |
90 nm |
| 64 bit Support |
Yes |
| Hyper-Transport Support |
Yes |
| Virtualization Technology Support |
No |
| Multimedia Instruction |
MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, 3DNOW! Professional |
| Voltage |
1.30 V/1.35 V |
| Thermal Design Power |
110W |
| Cooling Device |
Heatsink and Fan included |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Parts |
3 years limited |
| Labor |
3 years limited |
Introduction
The evolutionary AMD Opteron 170 Dual-core processor provides a highly scalable architecture that delivers next-generation performance as well as a flexible upgrade path from 32- to 64-bit computing for any workstation and server platform and is a dramatic leap forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection and reduced total cost of ownership (TCO).
The AMD Opteron 170 Socket 939 processor operates at 2.0GHz with 2 x 1MB (2MB total) L2 Cache for significantly enhanced overall system performance and incredible efficiency in complex computing environments such as CAD, graphics and scientific workstation platforms or high-end gaming desktop systems.
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AMD64 Dual-core Technology
AMD64 is designed to enable simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. With dual-core technology there are two complete processor cores in one physical package running at the same frequency to deliver TRUE multi-tasking power, allowing users to switch from one program to another without pausing for the computer to catch up and reducing annoying processing pauses.
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Integrated DDR DRAM Memory Controller
The AMD Opteron 170 Dual-core processor is integrated with a DDR DRAM memory controller capable of supporting ECC DRAM. The integrated memory controller changes the way the processor accesses main memory, resulting in increased bandwidth, reduced memory latencies, and enhanced processor performance. Usage of DDR400/PC3200 memory will provide the processor with up to 6.4GB/s memory bandwidth.
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HyperTransport Technology
HyperTransport Technology (HT or HTT) is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link designed to increase communication speeds between integrated circuits in computers, servers, embedded systems, and networking and telecommunications equipment. With HT technology the AMD Opteron 170 Dual-core processor enjoys 1000MHz system bus speeds.
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Enhanced Virus Protection
All AMD processors equipped with AMD64 technology are Enhanced Virus Protection-enabled. Enhanced virus protection acts as a preventative measure causing viruses to be localized, short-lived, and non-contagious, eventually being flushed from system memory.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | AMD |
| Name | Opteron 170 |
| Operating Frequency | 2.0GHz |
| Multi-Core | Dual-Core |
| Core | Denmark |
| CPU Socket Type | Socket 939 |
| Hyper-Transport Support | Yes |
| Hyper Transports | 1000MHz |
| Manufacturing Tech | 90 nm |
| L2 Cache | 2 x 1MB |
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Reviewed By: QettoE on 11/29/2005
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
