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AMD-640

The AMD-640 is a chipset released in 1997, supporting AMD K6 and Cyrix 6x86 processors with a 66 MHz front-side bus.

The AMD-640 is a chipset introduced by AMD in 1997. It supports AMD K6 and Cyrix 6x86 processors, operating with a 66 MHz front-side bus. The chipset pairs with the AMD-645 southbridge, which handles I/O functions. AMD licensed VIA Technologies' Apollo VP2/97 design for this chipset, indicating a shared architecture with VIA's product line.

Specifications

Release date unverified 1997
Release year unverified 1997
Notes unverified CPU support: K6, Cyrix 6x86; Southbridge: AMD-645; FSB: 66 MHz; AMD licensed VIA Technologies' Apollo VP2/97