Using Intel(R) VTune(TM) Amplifier XE to Tune Software on the 2nd Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) Processor Family

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June 15, 2011 12:00 AM PDT


Download this guide (see Article Attachments, below) to learn how to identify performance issues on software running on the 2nd generation Intel® Core™ processor family (based on Intel® Microarchitecture Codename Sandy Bridge). The guide explains the new Intel Microarchitecture Codename Sandy Bridge – General Exploration Analysis viewpoint available in Intel® VTune™ Amplifier XE Update 3. It also walks through some of the most common performance issues that the VTune Amplifier XE interface highlights, what each issue means, and some suggested ways to fix them.

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Note: New version posted 11/11/2011!

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View recordings of 2 webinars that walk through the first and second halves of this guide.  You must register for each webinar to view the recordings.
Part 1 - Interface and Methodology - 1 hr - Register Here
Part 2 - Common Issues - 1 hr - Register Here

Or watch the video series that accompanies this guide, beginning here.



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This article applies to: Intel® VTune™ Amplifier XE Knowledge Base