The new machines will be initially targeted at workstations, although Intel indicated server models will appear later this summer. Speeds of the new processor models range from 2.80 to 3.60GHz.
With a year's head start in 32/64-bit arena, AMD has jumped out ahead of Intel with workstation makers targeting CAD/CAM, electronic design and gaming applications using Linux operating systems. Brookwood said the AMD 64-bit machines have seen use also in databases with Oracle and IBM DB2 applications. He expects the new Xeon-based workstations to move quickly into those same application areas as shipments to users get underway in earnest.
The market is still awaiting an operating system from Microsoft for 32/64-bit machines with the software firm expected to include the capability in its forthcoming Windows XP Service Pack 2 later. In the meantime, users will have to be content with one or another of the various Linux versions on the market.
Intel has had 64-bit processor capability with its Itanium line, which has been aimed primarily at server and higher end markets.
Intel said board and system makers who are expected to offer platforms based on the new 32/64 Xeon processor include Asus, Compusys, Dell, IBM, HP, Engenera, Foxconn, FSC, Fujitsu, Gigabyte, HCL, Iwill, Kraftway, Maxdata, MPC, NEC, Optimus, and Tyan.
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