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31994A —1 August 2004 AMD Sempron™ Processor Model 10 with 256K L2 Cache Data Sheet
5 CPUID Support
AMD Sempron™ processor model 10 version and feature set
recognition can be performed through the use of the CPUID
instruction, that provides complete information about the
processor—vendor, type, name, etc., and its capabilities.
Software can make use of this information to accurately tune
the system for maximum performance and benefit to users.
For information on the use of the CPUID instruction see the
following document:
■ AMD Processor Recognition Application Note, order# 20734