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Via announces PCI Express chipset K8T890 chipset for AMD processors
Taipei - Via announced the availability of the first PCI Express chipset for the Athlon 64 and Opteron, and upcoming Sempron platform. The K8T890 comes with asynchronous bus architecture, implementation of HyperTransport and single PCI Express x16 graphics support.
AMD buyers now have an option to upgrade or equip their new systems with PCI Express components. At least Via believes that many enthusiasts have delayed their upgrade decision due to the unavailability of such a solution: The K8T890 now offers the first opportunity to replace PCI and AGP buses.
The chipset's main features include connections to up to four PCI x1 peripherals, which extend to six, if the chipset is combined with the Southbridge VT8251, as well as support for single PCI Express x16 graphics. An asynchronous bus architecture allows easier tweaking of the CPU; the firm's Hyper8 technology provides an implementation of a HyperTransport link between the CPU and the chipset.
Wolfgang Gruener is an experienced professional in digital strategy and content, specializing in web strategy, content architecture, user experience, and applying AI in content operations within the insurtech industry. His previous roles include Director, Digital Strategy and Content Experience at American Eagle, Managing Editor at TG Daily, and contributing to publications like Tom's Guide and Tom's Hardware.
