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Builder’s Guide for AMD Athlon™ 64 Processor-
Based Desktops and Workstations
Chapter 4 Hardware Considerations
AMD frequently updates its list of motherboard solutions. For the most up-to-date list of
providers, please visit our Web site.
http://www2.amd.com/us-en/Processors/DevelopWithAMD/1,,30_2252_869_9460^9461,00.html?1081352043
In EMEA, for the most up-to-date list of providers, please visit our Web site.
http://www2.amd.com/gb-uk/Processors/ProductInformation/1,,30_118_3734_4348%5e7923,00.html?1083742689
Note: If the links in this chapter produce an Error 404 - Page Not Found message, copy the link,
paste it into the Address line of your browser, and connect to the Web site from your
browser.
4.1 System Enclosures and Chassis Selection
AMD Athlon™ 64 processor-based motherboards can leverage industry-standard tower or
pedestal chassis. The selection of the proper system chassis is a critical element to the success of
the finished system. For best results, a system builder should always contact the motherboard and
chassis suppliers or vendors to verify that each of the chosen components supports the desired
system configuration. The following data is a basic guideline that has been tested by the
engineering staff at AMD.
Note: This data is only a guideline and is not a substitute for a system builder verifying that a
chassis meets industry and customer requirements, nor is it a substitute for the system
builder conducting its own research, testing, and validation.
4.1.1 Basic System Enclosure Selection Guidelines
The choice of the appropriate system enclosure depends on many factors as follows:
• It must be compatible with the chosen motherboard and power supply. Confirm the
motherboard and power supply requirements with those suppliers.
• It must allow enough airflow through the system to adequately cool all the internal
components, especially critical parts like the processor.
• It must have good fit and finish, e.g., no razor-sharp edges.
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