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AMD and Qualcomm Collaborate to Optimize FastConnect Connectivity Solutions for AMD Ryzen Processors

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AMD and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, today announced a collaboration to optimize the Qualcomm FastConnect connectivity system for AMD Ryzen processor-based computing platforms, starting with AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Series processors and the Qualcomm FastConnect 6900. With the FastConnect 6900 system, the latest AMD Ryzen processor-powered business laptops feature Wi-Fi 6 and 6E connectivity, including advanced wireless capabilities enabled with Windows 11.

In collaboration with Microsoft, next-generation Windows 11 PCs, such as the Lenovo ThinkPad Z Series and HP EliteBook 805 Series, can harness the full potential of Windows 11 Wi-Fi Dual Station through Qualcomm 4-Stream Dual Band Simultaneous. Multiple Wi-Fi bands outperform traditional single band connections for improved video conferencing experiences, reduced latency, and enhanced connection robustness. Leveraging the 6 GHz band, next-gen laptop users can take full advantage of its bandwidth and speed improvements without competing with any non-6E devices.



For IT administrators, the AMD Manageability Processor now available in Ryzen PRO 6000 systems is a solution that enables remote management of AMD commercial platforms. When paired with the FastConnect 6900, this solution enables wireless manageability with support for 32+ widely used Open Standard-Based (DASH) profiles. Together the AMD Manageability processor and the FastConnect 6900 unlock enhanced capabilities for IT to manage systems.

"Out-of-band Wi-Fi remote management is an important tool for enterprise IT managers to diagnose and fix issues, even when the operating system is not running," said Jason Banta, CVP and General Manager, OEM Client Computing, AMD. "AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Series processors with Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 enable next generation business laptops to have the processing and connectivity tools needed to perform in modern environments, offering professional-strength remote manageability for users in the new, hybrid workplace."

"Our collaboration with AMD reflects Qualcomm Technologies' commitment to the mobile computing space. By optimizing FastConnect 6900 for platforms powered by AMD Ryzen 6000 Series processors, we're bringing secure Wi-Fi remote management to AMD enterprise customers," said Dino Bekis, vice president and general manager, Mobile Compute and Connectivity, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "This represents the first step in our relationship to bring superior wireless connectivity to the AMD mobile computing roadmap."

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"At HP, we are committed to creating solutions that provide customers with innovation choices critical to thrive in today's hybrid work environments," said Gagan Singh, vice president, commercial portfolio product management and experiences, HP Inc. "The AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Series processors deliver high performance, battery life, plus the remote management features our customers expect, while the latest AMD Ryzen PRO processors with Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 provide the option of advanced connectivity."

"Our enterprise customers demand the advanced manageability and superior Wi-Fi connectivity AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 Series processors with Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 offer," said Tom Butler, executive director, IDG Commercial Portfolio at Lenovo. "The Wi-Fi 6E extension into 1200MHz of new 6 GHz spectrum addresses the demand for reliable two-way data traffic such as video calls, collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams and remote management to ensure sustained productivity for the global workforce facing congestion from streaming, gaming and school-from-home."

In collaboration with our OEM providers, AMD and Qualcomm Technologies are committed to delivering leading commercial platforms, addressing the new needs for business users and IT departments.

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That didn't take long for AMD to supplant their Mediatek WiFi partnership. Shame, since MTK wifi seems to have the best open source drivers at the moment, with Qualcomm trending more towards closed source over the years.
 
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That didn't take long for AMD to supplant their Mediatek WiFi partnership. Shame, since MTK wifi seems to have the best open source drivers at the moment, with Qualcomm trending more towards closed source over the years.
I'm amazed that's the case considering Mediatek is infamous for blatantly violating the GPL on their mobile android products in regards to open source.
 

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I'm amazed that's the case considering Mediatek is infamous for blatantly violating the GPL on their mobile android products in regards to open source.
The WiFi team was Ralink, so maybe different department culture?
 
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4G, WiFi, GPS in desktop for complete surveillance and control off humans.

They might discover that your desktop is in your house, around the same place that your tax returns or other official document indicate as your registered address
 
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