Asus A8S-X - Manual (Page 13)

ASUS A8S-X 1-3
1.3 Special features
1.3.1 Product Highlights
AMD Dual-Core Architecture
The motherboard supports AMD dual-core processors containing two physical
CPU cores with discrete L2 cache structure for each core to meet demands for
more powerful computing. See page 1-8.
Latest processor technology
The AMD Athlon™ 64FX and Athlon™ 64 desktop processors are based on AMD’s
64-bit and 32-bit architecture, which represents the landmark introduction of the
industry’s first x86-64 technology. These processors provide a dramatic leap
forward in compatibility, performance, investment protection, and reduced total cost
of ownership and development. See page 1-8.
HyperTransport™ Technology
HyperTransport™ Technology is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link
designed to increase the communication speed between integrated circuits in
computers, networking and telecommunicatons equipment up to 48 times faster
than other existing technologies.
Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology
The motherboard supports the AMD ® Cool ‘n’ Quiet!™ Technology that dynamically
and automatically changes the CPU speed, voltage and amount of power
depending on the task the CPU performs.
Serial ATA solution
The motherboard supports two interfaces compliant to the Serial ATA (SATA)
specification, an evolutionary replacement of the Parallel ATA storage interface.
The Serial ATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin
count, reduced voltage requirement, up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate.
Serial ATA RAID solution
The motherboard provides a high-performance Serial ATA RAID controller that
enhance hard disk performance and data backup protection without the cost of
additional RAID cards. The onboard SIS 965L RAID controller provides two Serial
ATA connectors for RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD functions.
S/PDIF out
The motherboard’s S/PDIF out function turns your computer into a high-end
entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful speaker systems.