AMD announced it has worked with Microsoft throughout the Windows Server 2008 development process, to deliver the server solution. Through their partnership, both companies have optimized their respective hardware and software technologies to work together to address the demands of today's global digital economy and meet the computing requirements of businesses of all sizes.

AMD Opteron processors were designed with 64-bit computing in mind and in combination with Windows Server 2008 they deliver a platform for running business solutions that can maximise productivity.

"We congratulate Microsoft on the release of the next generation Windows Server operating system," said Randy Allen, corporate vice president, Server and Workstation Division, AMD. "At AMD, we believe the ultimate server solution begins with the ultimate collaboration. Windows Server 2008 with Microsoft's hypervisor-based server virtualization technology (Hyper-V) will leverage the industry-leading performance of the AMD Opteron processor to deliver the level of support needed to fuel tomorrow's business innovation. Additionally, Microsoft and AMD's robust product architectures allow customers to scale with ease, while providing unmatched performance, a reduced overall cost of ownership and a flexible infrastructure that can evolve as their organization grows."

"Our customers are excited about the vibrant ecosystem that has developed around Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008 and Visual Studio 2008," said Bob Muglia, senior vice president of the Server and Tools Business at Microsoft. "The combined power of Windows Server 2008 and AMD Opteron processors will help customers achieve flexible, reliable and powerful technology solutions."

According to the press release, the benefits of Windows Server 2008 running on AMD Opteron processors include cost-effective virtualisation and energy efficiency and versatile web and application sharing and capacity-rich business intelligence.