Athlon 64 X2 4400+ and Dual Core Optimizer

[Verkil]

I have an Athlon 64 X2 4400+ (Brisbane) in Windows XP Pro SP3, is it still necessary to install Dual Core Optimizer? I have AMD Processor Driver installed for Cool'n'Quiet but I don't know if DCO is as important. How will I know if a certain program requires DCO?

 

[enzo matrix]

I have never even heard of something called "Dual Core Optimizer".
You don't even need to install the AMD processor driver for cool n quiet to work.

I guess the simple answer is no.

 

[wh3resmycar]

I have never even heard of something called "Dual Core Optimizer".

obviously, you started computing yesterday.

 

[Verkil]

Does that mean that I don't have to install Dual Core Optimizer nor AMD Processor driver after a fresh install of Windows XP Professional SP3?

 

[enzo matrix]

Does that mean that I don't have to install Dual Core Optimizer nor AMD Processor driver after a fresh install of Windows XP Professional SP3?

You have a knack for drawing logical conclusions. Congrats.

 

[Verkil]

You have a knack for drawing logical conclusions. Congrats.

It seems like CnQ does not work with Windows XP Pro SP3 without AMD Processor Driver. I just tried it.

 

[enzo matrix]

It seems like CnQ does not work with Windows XP Pro SP3 without AMD Processor Driver. I just tried it.

Worked on my machines just fine. Have you installed all windows updates?

 

[Verkil]

Yes. Fully patched Windows XP Professional SP3.