Taipei, Taiwan; October 11, 2005 – ASUSTeK
Computer Inc. (ASUS), the worldwide leader of motherboards, today
unveiled the PVL-D Series serverboards, which support the latest Intel
dual-core, hyper-threaded Xeon DP (Paxville) processor with a
two-processor platform to deliver the power of eight CPU threads.
"Multi-tasking capability for higher productivity is crucial for any
businesses, especially for companies that are on the rise," said
Bernard Cheng, Director of ASUS Server Business. "The PVL-D Series was
developed with corporate productivity in mind, providing system
performance improvement with a dual-CPU architecture, dual-core
processing and Hyper-Threading Technology. For an affordable price,
users can experience immediate performance gain." 8 CPU thread s provide immediate performance enhancement
The
PVL-D Series support a dual-Xeon DP dual-core processor platform with
Hyper-Threading Technology, independent 2M L2 cache for each CPU core
and 800MHz system bus. For the cost of a dual-CPU serverboard, users
can enjoy the benefits of eight CPU threads. The serverboards further
leveraged advanced 64-bit computing, which provides 16GB of memory
address, to deliver another 46% system performance increase compared to
conventional solutions.
Advanced layout maximizes airflow
With
the streamline designs for the memory slots, Northbridge and power
supply unit connectors (located on the side), the serverboards maximize
airflow and ventilation within the system for superior heat
dissipation. The CPU and VRM (voltage regulation modules) are located
at the center of the boards, allowing the fans to aim directly at the
critical components for efficient cooling.
Flexible expansion & reliable data protection
With
one PCI Express x8 slot, two PCI 32bit/33MHz slots, four PCI-X
64bit/133 slots, and one SODIMM ZCR RAID 5 socket (on ly PVL-D/1U), the
serverboards offer rich expandability for future business growth. To
ensure data safety, they incorporated RAID 0, 1, 10 on Windows, Redhat
and Netware for complete driver support, and additional OS/data
integrity protection as well as cost-effective Hardware RAID 5 upgrade
from SODIMM ZCR.
High-speed connection
With
dual-PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet, the flagship solution for server
network connection, the PVL-D Series is cap able of higher bandwidth
aggregation and reliable networking based on failover and load balance
function s . The PVL-D Series includes the PVL-D/1U and PVL-D/SCSI serverboards
. For more information on ASUS serverboards and other solutions, please
visit the company homepage at www.asus.com. Specification summary
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PVL-D/SCSI |
PVL-D/1U |
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Processor |
Dual 2.8GHz Intel Dual-core Xeon Processor at 800MHz FSB
with EM64T and 2*2M L2 cache
Dual Intel Xeon, 800MHz EM64T with 2M L2 cache, 3.6GHz+ |
Dual 2.8GHz Intel Dual-core Xeon Processor at 800MHz FSB with EM64T and 2*2M L2 cache
Dual Intel Xeon, 800MHz EM64T with 2M L2 cache, 3.6GHz+ |
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Chipsets |
Intel E7520MCCH, Intel ICH5R |
Intel E7520 MCH, Intel PXH, ICH5R |
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Memory |
DDR2 400, ECC Reg., up to 16GB |
DDR2 400, ECC Reg., up to 16GB |
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Expansion |
1*PCIe x8
2*PCI-X 133, 2*PCI-X 133/100
1*SODIMM for Adaptec ASR2025S ZCR card |
1*PCI-X 133
1*Mini-PCI socket for ASMB2 card (IPMI2.0 for rack only) |
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Onboard chip |
2 * BroadcomBCM5721KFB PCIe Gb LAN |
2 * Broadcom BCM5721KFB PCIe Gb LAN |
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Board size |
12 " x 13", EEB3.51 |
12 " x 13", EEB3.51 |
Source: ASUS Press Release
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