Intel vpro technology featuring the Intel Core 2 Duo processor with Microsoft Windows Vista* and Microsoft Office 2007*

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1 vpro technology featuring the Core 2 Duo with Microsoft Windows Vista* and Microsoft Office 2007* A Breakthrough User Experience for Business Microsoft Windows Vista & Microsoft Office 2007 System Business Launch Date: Nov 30th, 2006

2 Legal Notices and Important Information Regarding the performance measurements in this presentation numbers are not a measure of performance. Processor numbers differentiate features within each family, not across different families. See for details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit may make changes to specifications, release dates and product descriptions at any time, without notice., Pentium and the logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Configuration and testing details Source: Principled Technologies, Inc. Configuration: vpro technology based PC with Core 2 Duo E GHz - Q965 Desktop Board, 1024MB PC , Seagate ST AS SATA 300Mb/s hard drive, GMA 3000 graphics card 256MB, graphics driver, Integrated 82566DM Gigabit Ethernet adapter; Pentium D GHz - i945g Desktop Board, 1024 MB PC , Seagate ST380811AS SATA 150Mb/s hard drive, GMA 950 graphics card, 128MB, graphics driver, Integrated PRO/1000 PM Gigabit Ethernet adapter; Pentium with HT Technology 3.0 GHz - i945g Desktop Board, 1024 MB PC , Seagate ST380811AS SATA 150Mb/s hard drive, GMA 950 graphics card, 128MB, graphics driver, Integrated PRO/1000 PM Gigabit Ethernet adapter; Pentium GHz - i865g Desktop Board, 1024 MB PC , Seagate ST A ATA100 hard drive, Extreme Graphics 2 graphics card, 224MB, graphics driver, Integrated PRO/1000 CT Gigabit Ethernet adapter. All platforms: DirectX 10, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate RTM. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Full results available at and *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 2

3 vpro technology Delivering the best Windows Vista* and Office 2007* experience for business PCs Features the world s best Platform ingredients optimized to deliver best experience Incredible experience today with headroom for the future Discover ground-breaking capabilities with Windows Vista*, Office 2007*, and vpro technology *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 3

4 Microsoft Windows Vista* and Office 2007* Addressing the top concerns of business Data Backup and Security Big concern for Business Sales and Marketing Big Small Business concern Financial Management Widely used especially in small business Empowered Professionals Find, use, and share information a top business priority Windows Vista*, Office 2007* and vpro technology help address businesses biggest concerns *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 4

5 vpro technology Versus Pentium with HT Technology Editing Microsoft PowerPoint 2007* 1 92% FASTER Groove 2007* workspace document sync 1,2 188% FASTER Core 2 Duo E6700 with Q965 Chipset versus Pentium with HT Technology with 945G Chipset Recalculate revenue with Excel 2007* 1 307% FASTER vpro technology delivers a Windows Vista* and Office 2007* experience the way it was meant to be 1: Testing done by Principled Technologies. See this page for configuration and testing details 2: The end-user is also opening an attachment (XML file in word in parallel) while the Groove workspace document sync is occurring. See this page for more details Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 5

6 Windows Vista* with Background Security Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard GHz with HT Technology 2.88 Pentium D 930 Create a PDF file with Microsoft Word % 1 faster E6700 Prepare materials for distribution Create a PDF with Microsoft Word 2007* while a Windows Defender* scan runs Work without waiting while running critical background security tasks 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

7 Windows Vista* with PowerPoint 2007* vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz GHz with HT Technology 1.40 Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 Research a proposal Open and edit a Microsoft PowerPoint 2007* presentation Get done quicker with the Core TM 2 Duo 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

8 Windows Vista* and Financial Management vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz GHz 630 with HT Technology 1.29 Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 View financial data for a business Review financial data for the potential acquisition of a company with Intuit QuickBooks Pro 2006* Review financial data quicker with the Core TM 2 Duo 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

9 Windows Vista* and Data Encryption vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz GHz with HT Technology 2.01 Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 Protect confidential data Copy a folder on a HDD volume protected by Windows Vista BitLocker* drive encryption Work more securely without waiting with the Core TM 2 Duo. 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

10 Windows Vista* and Groove 2007* Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard GHz with HT Technology Pentium D 930 Microsoft Groove 2007* result % 1 faster E6700 Share data with colleagues Open an XML file in Microsoft Word 2007*......while Microsoft Groove 2007* synchronizes her machine with the workspace + Collaborate more efficiently with the Core TM 2 Duo 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

11 Windows Vista* and Excel 2007* vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz GHz with HT Technology 1.73 Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 Recalculate business revenues Recalculate a company s revenue estimates for an investigation of a business opportunity with Microsoft Excel 2007* Analyze data faster with the Core TM 2 Duo 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

12 Windows Vista* and Excel 2007* vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz 3.50 Calculate distribution 3.22 options using a Monte 3.00 Carlo simulation GHz 630 with HT Technology Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 Run a simulation with Microsoft Office Excel 2007* that calculates how much inventory to order for a retail establishment Faster predictive modeling with the Core TM 2 Duo 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

13 Powering Windows Vista* Aero: Core TM 2 Duo + Q965 Express Chipset 1 See through visual interface in Windows Vista* Aero 1 The 965 Express Chipset Family is eligible for the Windows* Vista* Capable PC Program, the Windows Vista* Premium Ready PC Program, and the Windows* Vista* Premium OS Logo (requires dual-channel, 1GB system memory, and adequate memory speed to run Aero desktop).

14 Windows Vista* Aero vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz GHz with HT Technology 1.49 Pentium D % 1 faster E6700 Preview digital photos Find and preview digital photos with Windows Vista Aero Find and view the information you need quicker 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

15 Windows Vista* Aero Normalized test results to 2.8 GHz vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard % 1 faster 1.00 Pentium D 630 with HT 2.8 GHz Technology 930 E6700 Open a PDF file in Adobe Acrobat s thumbnail view Quickly find important data Open a PDF file in Adobe Acrobat 7.0.8* s thumbnail view while an HD video plays in Windows Media Player 11* Find and view the information you need quicker 1 Compares against Processor 2.8 GHz. For system configuration information see Configuration and Testing Details. Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

16 Windows Vista* Aero vpro Technology with Core 2 Duo E GHz DQ965GF motherboard Pentium D GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium with HT Technology GHz D945GTP motherboard Pentium GHz D865GBF motherboard Multitasking with dual-monitors Subjective test results GHz NA 2 Pentium D 630 with HT Technology 930 choppy 1 choppy 1 Windows Photo Gallery E6700 smooth 1 View a slideshow in Microsoft Windows Photo Gallery* on one monitor while watching an HD video in Windows Media Player 11* on a second monitor 2 Note: Windows Vista detected a lower-performance graphics capability on that system and defaulted to a limited-function version of the slideshow player that did not support slide transitions. Windows Media Player would also not play HD video on that system. Easily multi-task with dual-monitors and enjoy advanced graphical capabilities 1 Please refer to for methodology in this whitepaper: Performance tests and ratings are measured using specific computer systems and/or components and reflect the approximate performance of products as measured by those tests. Any difference in system hardware or software design or configuration may affect actual performance. Buyers should consult other sources of information to evaluate the performance of systems or components they are considering purchasing. For more information on performance tests and on the performance of products, visit * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others

17 A Better Platform = Better Windows Vista*Experience vpro TM technology ingredients Dual-core engine and larger, more efficient cache with Smart Memory Access processes data and instructions faster Better performance on video and multimedia applications Conserves power Windows Vista*& Office 2007* Windows Vista threaded architecture takes advantage of dual-core technology to deliver a more responsive experience Background (such as Windows Defender) vs. foreground tasks can be managed simultaneously Encryption with Windows Vista Bit Locker less disruptive Multi-threaded threaded Excel 2007* & Groove 2007* performs faster by taking better advantage of HW resources GMA x3000 supports new Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) and Windows Vista AERO user interface Chipset uses Fast Memory Access to efficiently move large amounts of data from memory to Windows AERO enables end-user to better visualize data Data intensive Windows Vista and Office 2007 apps perform faster with increased HW data efficiency * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 17

18 vpro Technology and Microsoft Windows Vista* and Office 2007* Windows Vista and Office 2007 deliver real value to businesses Find, use and share information faster and more securely Visualize information more effectively with Aero glass experience vpro technology with Windows Vista and Office 2007 deliver a ground-breaking experience *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 18

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20 and Microsoft, working closely together Microsoft and are working closely together to deliver an exciting new experience for mainstream business and consumer computing The combination of the Core 2 Duo and chipsets with the latest integrated graphics are Windows Vista* Premium Ready, and will help users experience all the terrific benefits Windows Vista* brings Source: Kevin Johnson, Microsoft Corporation, Co-President, Platforms & Services Division *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 20

21 Why Do You Need The Core TM 2 Duo Processor? Increased demands placed on PCs BACKGROUND FOREGROUND 2003 CLIENT Peer-peer service Video Music Browsing Office suite Virus scan System backup Data compression BACKGROUND FOREGROUND Microsoft Windows Vista * Collaboration Microsoft OneNote* Microsoft Office* 2007 VoIP Instant messaging Web 2.0 High definition video High definition audio Peer-peer service Browsing System backup Data compression Encryption Virus scan CLIENT Microsoft Windows Vista-capable AND MUCH MORE CAPABILITIES AND USER EXPERIENCE Multitasking, multithreading, constant computing, productivity, manageability, collaboration and security *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 21

22 vpro Technology* Based PCs with Windows Vista Benefits for IT Reduce PC Crashes Most PC crashes are due to problems with graphics. integrated graphics + Windows Vista provide a more reliable graphics experience. Reduce Costs Through Lower Power Consumption Enhanced Speedstep Technology can create power savings by enabling the to scale up or down depending on performance needs. Trust Confidential Information is Protected If a PC is stolen, s integrated chipset support for TPM helps prevent unauthorized users from accessing confidential information on the hard drive Guard Against Worms & Viruses PCs with vpro technology feature Execute Disable Bit 3, designed to prevent certain classes of viruses or worms that exploit buffer overflow vulnerabilities. Deploy with Confidence The Stable Image Platform Program 2 provides hardware driver stability allowing IT to minimize need for a forced gold software change for at least 15 months. 1 3rd party discrete card vendors provide TPM 1.2 chip 2 Check with your PC vendor for availability of platforms that meet m Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) guidelines. 3 Enabling Execute Disable Bit functionality requires a PC with a with Execute Disable Bit capability and a supporting operating system. Check with your PC manufacturer on whether your system delivers Execute Disable Bit functionality. 22 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

23 23 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. vpro Technology* Based PCs with Windows Vista Stunning New Benefits for Users Enjoy Enhanced Graphics Capabilities vpro technology based platforms with integrated graphics deliver exceptional support for Windows Vista Aero, a graphical user interface designed to help users find, view, and organize information. Take Multitasking to the Next Level With the new power of dual core technology, users of Windows Vista can easily perform multiple compute tasks simultaneously. Experience Breathtaking Performance with Multi-threaded Applications With vpro technology 2007 Microsoft Office applications like Excel perform financial calculations substantially faster.

24 24 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Confidence Built In with Centrino Duo Mobile Technology Core 2 Duo Two mobile optimized execution cores in a single dual-core Smart Cache for outstanding mobile performance and responsiveness Dynamic Power Coordination for optimized system power efficiencies Mobile 945 Express Chipset Family 667MHz Front Side Bus Windows Vista* Premium Ready Integrated Graphics DDR2 667 MHz Dual Channel Memory PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection PROSet/Wireless Software v.10 with improved GUI helps users easily connect to WLAN networks and troubleshoot Supports latest IEEE standards

25 Confidence Built In Windows Vista* and Platforms for Business Windows Vista Benefit Platforms 1 graphics Windows Vista AERO Visually, dynamic experience designed to help users find, use and organize information Windows Vista Display Driver Model (WDDM) support Dual-core s, including the new Core TM 2 Duo Enhanced Speedstep technology and power efficient architecture Windows Display Driver Model Preemptive multitasking architecture Support for improved power management A more reliable experience that helps reduce PC crashes A responsive experience for multitasking or multi-threaded applications like Microsoft Office * Excel 2007 Reduced costs through lower power consumption 64-bit capable 2 64 bit capable operating system Prepare for the future when 64-bit applications become more common Execute Disable Bit Data Execution Prevention Can help prevent certain classes of viruses or worms that exploit buffer overflow vulnerabilities Chipset support for TPM 1.2 Windows BitLocker TM File System Helps prevent unauthorized users from accessing confidential information on the hard drive 3 1 The 945 and 965 Express Chipset Families are eligible for the Windows* Vista* Capable PC Program, the Windows Vista* Premium Ready PC Program, and the Windows* Vista* Premium OS Logo (requires dual-channel, 1GB system memory, and adequate memory speed to run Aero desktop) bit computing on architecture requires a computer system with a, chipset, BIOS, operating system, device drivers and applications enabled for (R) 64 architecture. Processors will not operate (including 32-bit operation) without an (R) 64 architecture-enabled BIOS. Performance will vary depending on your hardware and software configurations. Consult with your system vendor for more information. 3 based PCs with the 945/965 Express Chipset family provide integrated support for TPM 1.2, through a discrete third party solution. Windows Vista BitLocker* can use TPM 1.2 to provide 25 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

26 26 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Graphics: Windows Vista* Premium Ready AERO experience supported on integrated graphics chipsets Desktop 945G Express chipset and above Mobile 945GM Express chipset No discrete graphics card required Great out of the box experience with drivers Desktop and mobile drivers bundled with latest Windows Vista builds Production WDDM drivers will be available via support.intel.com and through Windows Update

27 Integrated Graphics Capability Evolution Breakthrough Architecture For Higher Performance and Flexibility WDDM drivers for 945G/GM show excellent stability in Windows Vista... - Dean Lester, GM for Windows Graphics and Gaming Technologies, Microsoft G965 GMA X GMA X G Extreme Graphics 865G Extreme Graphics 2 915G/GM GMA G/GM GMA 950 DirectX* 9 Programmable Pixel Shaders 24bit Floating Point Precision Adaptive Deinterlacing DirectX* 9 Shader Model 3.0 Multi-threading 32bit Floating Point Support Clear Video Technology DirectX* 10 Unified Shader Model 4.0 Multi-threading Dynamic Load Balancing DirectX* 6-7 Multi-texture Blending 32bits per pixel Data above is relative Graphics Performance Improvement on generational 3dMark benchmarks 27 GMA = Graphics Media Accelerator * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

28 28 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Unleash Windows Vista* Multi-tasking tasking Architecture with the Core TM 2 Duo Processor Multiple Microsoft Office 2003 / 2007* Apps Foreground Background Voice Over IP (Office Communicator*) Multi-threaded Apps (Excel 2007*) Search Engine (Windows Vista & Office 2007) Back-Up, Synchronization, Defragmentation Security Services (Virus Scan, Spyware Checking, Integrated Malware [Anti-Phishing], Network Firewall) Network Management: Compression, Authentication, Encryption

29 29 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. s s Complete Platform Solutions CHIPSETS/ COMMS PLATFORM VALIDATION BOARDS INTEL CAPITAL SYSTEMS INDUSTRY STANDARDS SOLUTIONS BLUEPRINTS SOFTWARE TOOLS INTEL SOLUTIONS SERVICES Microsoft* IBM* BEA* Adobe* SAP* Oracle* DEVELOPER SERVICES SOFTWARE VENDOR ALLIANCES Complete platform solutions ensure optimal Windows Vista* experience

30 1 vpro technology Ingredients optimized for Windows Vista* Larger, more efficient cache means less bus traffic; Data is accessed faster 2 Reduced bus traffic frees up chipset memory controller to handle other system memory requests 3 Updated MCH optimizes systemwide memory bandwidth and reduces the latency of the memory accesses 1 Core 2 Duo Processor Advanced Smart Cache Smart Memory Access 1 Reduced bus traffic 2 Q965 Express Chipset Fast Memory Access 3 Shorter access latency Optimized memory bandwidth 3 Other System Bus Interfaces *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 30

31 Core TM microarchitecture features: Feature Description Function Benefit Advanced Smart Cache Advanced Digital Media Boost Wide Dynamic Execution Up to 4MB shared & multi-core optimized L2 cache Higher L2 cache to core bandwidth Single cycle SSE/2/3 instruction execution Efficient 4-wide, 14 stage pipeline Improves execution core access to data in high perf. L2 cache Dynamically allocates cache based on core workload- entire L2 cache can be allocated to one core (dedicated L2 for each core in PDP and K8 DC) Allows full 128 bit SSE/2/3 instructions to execute in a single clock cycle (vs. 2 cycles for PDP, Yonah-DC, & K8 DC) Executes 4 instructions per clock (vs. 3 per clock with PDP, Yonah-DC, & K8 DC) Better performance on single and multithreaded applications Access to larger cache means faster data access and improved performance of content creation & entertainment applications Better performance on video, gaming and multimedia applications Higher FP, Linpack, & HPC application performance Better performance on multiple application types and user environments ligent Power Capability Powers on elements only when needed More precise control of power to buses and arrays Conroe 65W desktop mainstream TDP Woodcrest 80W svr mainstream & 40W ultra dense TDP Enables continued low mobile platform power, Merom 35W TDP Efficiently feeds the Wide Dynamic Execution engine Benefits for memory operations streamlines latency Can help enable quieter, more power efficient system designs Can reduce overall power consumption & TCO Smart Memory Access Improved pre-fetchers Out of order memory access Better performance on all types of applications and user environments New levels of performance and power efficiency based on Core microarchitecture *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others 31

32 32 * Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Windows Vista* and Platforms: Better Together in Business Best Windows Vista Enterprise / Ultimate* Better Windows Vista Business* Entry