AMD issues new Ethereum mining driver for Linux

Posted on Thursday, October 19 2017 @ 10:53 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Just a quick note that AMD rolled out a new mining driver for Linux users. You can download the AMDGPU-PRO Beta Mining Driver 17.40 beta over here. This version adds Large Page Support for Blockchain Compute Workloads and should improve Ethereum hashrates:

Introduces Large Page Support for Blockchain Compute Workloads. This driver is provided as a beta level support driver which should be considered "as is" and will not be supported with further updates, upgrades or bug fixes. This driver is not intended for graphics or gaming workloads.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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