The AMD Turion 64 X2 is a dual-core computer motherboard that is used in laptop computers and is compatible with both 32- and 64-bit versions of the Windows operating system. The motherboard is small, doesn't produce excessive heat, and is not highly susceptible to shock or vibration. The AMD Turion 64 X2 is socket S1 CPU compatible.
Windows Versions
The AMD Turion 64 X2 supports the 64-bit version of the Windows 7 operating system as well as the 64-bit version of Windows Vista. The 64-bit version of the operating system is capable of managing RAM better than the 32-bit version, resulting in faster data processing. You can purchase the 64-bit version of Windows 7 or Vista directly from Microsoft, authorized Microsoft product resellers, and electronics stores and outlets, as well as from online software outlets.
Architecture
The motherboard is built on the Direct Connect Architecture -- a high-performance platform that moves information from the processor to RAM and from the processor to input and output channels, as well as from input and output channels to the processor. This transmission of information is known as HyperTransport. It results in higher system performance and better usage of your system's RAM and internal components.
Applications
The AMD Turion 64 X2, combined with the 64-bit version of Windows 7 or Vista, is capable of running both 32-bit and 64-bit applications, including games, business productivity suites, point-of-sale applications, digital imagery and video-editing applications. However, you cannot run anti-virus applications for 32-bit systems on a 64-bit system.
Memory
The motherboard accepts 72-bit Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic RAM PC1600, PC2100, PC2700 and PC3200 unbuffered memory modules running at 100, 133, 166 or 200 megahertz. The AMD Turion 64 X2 contains two small-outline dual in-line memory module memory slots. DDR SDRAM memory modules are also available at computer and electronics stores and online computer outlets.
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