AMD is updating its HSMP Linux driver to support the Zen 6 EPYC processors. The changes include finer power controls for these server chips.
The AMD HSMP Linux driver, which stands for Hardware System Management Protocol, is undergoing preparations for compatibility with the next-generation Zen 6 EPYC processors. According to reports from Phoronix, these updates focus on implementing finer power controls to enhance management capabilities on Linux systems.
This development aligns with AMD's ongoing efforts to optimize its server hardware for open-source environments. The Phoronix coverage highlights the driver's role in Linux hardware reviews, benchmarks, and performance testing, particularly for EPYC-based systems.
Key aspects mentioned include support for Linux server benchmarks and Ubuntu hardware compatibility. No specific release timeline or additional technical details beyond the power control enhancements were provided in the available information.
This preparation ensures that the driver will handle the power management needs of Zen 6 EPYC chips, which are expected to power high-performance computing workloads.