Date: 30/09/2009

Supermicro Launches AMD Istanbul based server, blade, and workstation computers

Super Micro Computer has launched a full range of A+ Server, SuperBlade and workstation computers optimized for Six-Core AMD Opteron processors (formerly code-named "Istanbul") combined with the new AMD chipset.

"Our six-core A+ server, blade and workstation solutions deliver great performance and value to customers in all segments of the marketplace," said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. "With a comprehensive selection of high-quality Server Building Block Solutions® to choose from, Supermicro offers truly application-optimized platforms. The leading system-level power efficiency of our cutting-edge server designs enables us to offer earth-friendly solutions with exceptional performance-per-watt capabilities that empower customers to grow, adapt and scale as their business demands evolve."

"With their continued support of AMD server platform technology, Supermicro is supplying the channel with innovative, high-end solutions that deliver the cost and power efficiencies customers need today," said Patrick Patla, Vice President and General Manager, Server and Workstation division, AMD (NYSE: AMD). "AMD's industry-defining multi-core processor technology, now combined with an advanced chipset, provides customers with an optimized platform to help lower energy consumption, while still addressing the compute-intensive demands of the high-performance market."