Software Update: Intel Processor Diagnostic Tool 4.0.0.29

Intel has released a new version of its Processor Diagnostic Tool with 4.0.0.29 as the version number. This tool works on Windows desktop and server systems, or Linux systems with Fedora 20 that also serve as a LiveUSB ISO can be brought in. It can subject an Intel processor to various tests to verify authenticity, verify specific features, and of course test the stability of the system with a stress test. The brief list of changes for this release is as follows:

New Release which includes:

• Support for Intel® Core™, Intel® Xeon®, and Intel® Atom™ Processors
• Enhanced CPU Frequency detection
• Enhanced Prime Number and Floating Point test
• Enhanced CPU Load Test
• Added FMA test
• All tests are now modular and standalone