June 29, 2004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Visual Numerics Announces Support of IMSL® C Numerical Library
for
AMD Opteron™ Processors
Users of Systems Built with AMD Opteron Processors Can Conduct High-performance Numerical
Analysis with Reliable, Time-tested Libraries
SAN RAMON, CA, June 29, 2004 -- Visual Numerics Inc., a leading provider of numerical analysis and visualization software,
and AMD (NYSE: AMD), today announced the availability of Visual Numerics' IMSL® C Numerical Libraries for systems built with
AMD Opteron™ processors. The IMSL C Libraries' support of AMD Opteron processors gives developers a viable infrastructure
for building high-performance computing solutions that address a range of computational issues. The IMSL Libraries powered by AMD
Opteron processors, running on RedHat® Linux Enterprise 3.0 with the GCC (GNU Compiler Collection) compiler, provides users with
industry-standard mathematical and statistical algorithms on some of the most advanced computing platforms available.
The combination of the industry-standard IMSL Libraries with an AMD Opteron processor-based system running on a Linux OS offers
a powerful foundation for performing complex computations in the scientific, life sciences, aerospace, finance, government, and
engineering markets. With its 64-bit architecture and vastly expanded memory address space as compared to traditional 32-bit
only architectures, the AMD Opteron processor with Direct Connect Architecture can dramatically improve performance and enable
the computation of more complex problems.
"We are committed to offering the highest quality advanced analytics solutions on today's fastest, most widely used,
high-performance computing platforms," said Phil Fraher, COO of Visual Numerics. "The proven computational capabilities of the
IMSL Libraries combined with the power and flexibility of the AMD Opteron processor provides the high-performance computing
community with a reliable, proven foundation for building solutions to today's most complex computing challenges."
"Developers who require the speed and power of the AMD Opteron processor with Direct Connect Architecture also want reliable
solutions that enable them to solve their analytical challenges faster," said Ben Williams, vice president of AMD's Enterprise
and Server/Workstation Business Segment. "With the outstanding performance of the AMD Opteron processor, Visual Numerics' IMSL
Libraries can satisfy the needs of even the most demanding developers of computationally intensive applications."
About the IMSL Numerical Libraries
The IMSL Numerical Libraries are a comprehensive set of mathematical and statistical algorithms that programmers can embed into
their C, Java™ and Fortran software applications. IMSL provides the expertise needed to develop and execute robust numerical
analysis applications. This IMSL Libraries allow engineers, scientists and researchers to manipulate simple to extremely large
and complex datasets to detect and display patterns, trends, anomalies and other vital information that would otherwise be
overlooked in their data.
Availability
The IMSL C Numerical Library for the AMD Opteron processors is available immediately. For more information, contact Visual Numerics
at www.vni.com/contact/worldwideoffices.html.
About the AMD Opteron Processor
The world's first 32-bit and 64-bit processor compatible with the x86 architecture, the AMD Opteron processor is based on AMD64
technology with Direct Connect Architecture. Direct Connect Architecture helps eliminate the bottlenecks inherent in a
front-side bus by directly connecting the processors, the memory controller and the I/O to the central processor unit to enable
improved overall system performance and efficiency. AMD also was the first to announce the completion of an x86-based dual-core
processor design for 64-bit computing. As more solution providers join the AMD64 ecosystem, the industry is approaching the day
when 32-bit-only systems will become obsolete.
About Visual Numerics
Visual Numerics has provided technical software solutions for numerical analysis and visualization
for over 30 years. The company's software products help users understand complex data from a variety
of sources and build business-critical applications. Visual Numerics offers two product lines: the
IMSL® Numerical Libraries for powerful mathematical and statistical analysis and the PV-WAVE visual
data analysis development environment. Visual Numerics also offers customized consulting services
for applications that involve mathematical, statistical, or visual data analysis to meet today's
business analytical needs. Major corporations, academic institutions, and research laboratories
worldwide use Visual Numerics' software tools, including such high profile companies as: Bear,
Stearns & Company; Priceline.com; The Dow Chemical Company; Sandia National Laboratories; Boeing
Company; Risk Management Solutions; and Coleman Research Corp. This large and diverse customer
base is supported through a direct sales force, wholly owned international subsidiaries, and
international distributors. For more information about Visual Numerics, please visit
www.vni.com.
Editor's Notes:
Visual Numerics and PV-WAVE are registered trademarks of Visual Numerics, Inc. in the US and other
countries. IMSL, JMSL, JWAVE, TS-WAVE and Knowledge in Motion are trademarks of Visual Numerics,
Inc. All other company, product or brand names are the property of their respective owners.
AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, AMD Opteron and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other product and company names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies
