Intel unwraps latest Xeon-based server platforms

Intel Corporation on Tuesday unveiled a new generation of Intel Xeon processor-based server platforms. The platforms are based on an array of new performance-enhancing technologies and capabilities that collectively help to better address the evolving needs of enterprise computing.

According to a statement from Intel, this new dual-processor capable platforms, which are based on the Intel Xeon processor at 3.60 GHz introduced in June, utilise the new Intel E7520 and E7320 chipsets (formerly codenamed "Lindenhurst") that vary in features and prices.

The platforms also include the new Intel IOP332 Storage I/O Processor (formerly codenamed "Dobson") that delivers improved RAID storage performance over previous generations.

The platforms also incorporate a host of other new and enhanced memory, I/O and bus technologies that increase performance in key server benchmarks over prior generations.

Said Abhi Talwalkar, Intel vice president and general manager, Enterprise Platforms Group: "We've innovated and integrated the processor, chipset, storage and networking components with these technologies into platforms that help deliver a new standard in performance, reliability and cost," said Abhi Talwalkar, . "Utilising these technologies will enable the systems built on these platforms to perform many of the most demanding jobs business, science or government can throw at them."

Both the Intel E7520 and 7320 Chipsets, and the Intel IOP332 Storage I/O Processor are available now. The Intel 7520 and 7320 are currently priced at $84 and $70, respectively. The IOP332 Storage I/O Processor is currently priced at $82. All prices stated are in quantities of 1,000 and are for purchases made directly from Intel.