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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition User Manual

Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition
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Document # 320834-001
Intel
®
Core™ i7 Processor Extreme
Edition and Intel
®
Core™ i7
Processor
Datasheet, Volume 1
November 2008

Table of Contents

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Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition Specifications

General IconGeneral
SocketLGA 1366
TDP130W
Max Memory Size24 GB
PCI Express Version2.0
Virtualization TechnologyYes
Hyper-Threading TechnologyYes
Turbo Boost TechnologyYes
Memory TypesDDR3-1066

Summary

Introduction

Terminology

Defines key terms and acronyms used in the datasheet for clarity and consistent understanding.

References

Lists related Intel documents providing additional information on specifications, design guides, and manuals.

Electrical Specifications

Intel QPI Differential Signaling

Describes the Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) for high-speed serial transfer using differential signaling.

Voltage Identification (VID)

Explains the VID signals used for automatic selection of processor core voltages (VCC).

Processor DC Specifications

Details the DC electrical specifications at the processor pads, including voltage and current.

Package Mechanical Specifications

Package Mechanical Drawing

Provides dimensions and tolerances for the processor package, essential for thermal solution design.

Processor Component Keep-Out Zones

Defines areas on the package substrate that must not be intruded by thermal/mechanical solutions.

Land Listing

Land Listing by Land Name

Provides comprehensive lists of processor lands, ordered by name, with buffer type and direction.

Signal Definitions

Signal Definitions

Details the function, type, and description of each processor signal for system integration.

Thermal Specifications

Package Thermal Specifications

Outlines thermal requirements and guidelines for ensuring reliable processor operation within limits.

Processor Thermal Features

Describes features like Adaptive Thermal Monitor (ATM) for managing processor temperature.

Platform Environment Control Interface (PECI)

Explains the PECI interface for communication with thermal monitoring devices and DTS.

Features

Power-On Configuration (POC)

Details hardware-configurable options for initial processor setup and subsequent operation.

Clock Control and Low Power States

Describes processor support for low power states at thread, core, and package levels.

Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology

Explains voltage and frequency scaling for optimal performance and power management.

Boxed Processor Specifications

Introduction

Introduces Intel boxed processors, their target systems, and cooling solution requirements.

Mechanical Specifications

Documents mechanical specifications for the boxed processor's cooling solution, including dimensions.

Thermal Specifications

Details cooling requirements for the boxed processor's fan heatsink solution and system integrator responsibilities.

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