servethehome
Author page description
November 19
- This is the New NVIDIA GB200 NVL4➀ NVIDIA has announced a new Grace Blackwell platform with the NVIDIA GB200 NVL4, which combines two Arm-based Grace CPUs and four Blackwell GPUs. The platform is designed for lower power deployments with a power consumption of just over 6kW. The NVL4 module is targeted to be a large node with up to 1.3TB of combined coherent memory. ➁ The GB200 NVL4 is set to ship in the second half of 2025. ➂ The NVL4 is designed as an alternative to the higher power and higher GPU count platforms offered by NVIDIA, targeting specific deployment needs.
- El Capitan Towers Above the Top500 in a Big HPE and AMD Win➀ The new Top500 list reveals El Capitan as the new #1 supercomputer, surpassing Frontier. ➁ El Capitan, powered by HPE and AMD, achieves over 2 exaflops of FP64 performance. ➂ The system uses AMD's unique APU architecture with CPU and GPU on the same package.
November 18
- Enfabrica ACF-S Multi-Tbps SuperNIC Shown➀ Enfabrica ACF-S, a Multi-Tbps SuperNIC, has been showcased at OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The chip integrates PCIe links and network links, aiming to improve network efficiency in GPU servers; ➂ The chip is expected to impact the future of GPU servers.
November 17
- NVIDIA H200 NVL 4-Way Shown at OCP Summit 2024➀ NVIDIA showcased its new PCIe form factor GPU, the H200 NVL, at OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The H200 NVL features a 4-way NVLink bridge between GPUs, offering lower power consumption and cost; ➂ The H200 NVL solution is designed for inference workloads, providing a formidable 564GB of HBM across four cards.
November 15
- Lenovo Has a CXL Memory Monster with 128x 128GB DDR5 DIMMs➀ Lenovo showcases a new server, the ThinkSystem SR860 V3, with 128x 128GB DDR5 DIMMs and CXL memory technology; ➁ The server leverages Astera Labs Leo CXL controllers to achieve massive memory capacity; ➂ The system supports up to 16TB of memory and can accommodate four double-width GPUs.
- iKoolCore R2 Max Dual 10Gbase-T and 2.5GbE Fanless Mini PC Hands-on➀ The iKoolCore R2 Max is reviewed as an interesting mini PC with dual 10Gbase-T, dual 2.5GbE NICs, and dual M.2 SSDs. It features an Alder Lake-N CPU and offers both fan and fanless options. The review highlights its performance and versatility. ➁ The device is compared to similar models, with the N100 starting at $299 and the Core i3-N305 at $399. The review mentions the challenges with FreeBSD support for the Marvell NIC driver. ➂ The iKoolCore R2 Max is praised for its network connectivity and dual display support, with the ability to run two 4K60 displays.
November 13
- Solidigm D5-P5336 122.88TB NVMe SSD Launched Shipping in Q1 2025➀ Solidigm has launched a new 122.88TB NVMe SSD, the D5-P5336, designed for high capacity storage in a standard U.2 form factor. The drive is expected to be available in Q1 2025. ➁ The new SSD is the higher capacity version of the previously announced D5-P5336 61.44TB model and offers significant write endurance. ➂ The drive is intended to be used in data centers and AI clusters, where large capacity and efficiency are critical.
November 12
- Micron 6550 ION 61.44TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD Launched➀ Micron launches the new 6550 ION SSD with double the capacity at 61.44TB; ➁ The SSD features PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface and delivers high performance; ➂ The drive is available in E3.S, U.2, and E1.L form factors.
- ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T Motherboard Review Intel Xeon 6 Single Socket➀ The ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T is a single-socket Intel Xeon 6 motherboard with extensive connectivity and features; ➁ It supports the Intel Xeon 6700 series and is designed for high I/O requirements; ➂ The board features multiple PCIe Gen5 slots, extensive storage options, and a robust set of rear I/O ports.
November 11
- New Shots of the NVIDIA HGX B200➀ The article provides new shots of the NVIDIA HGX B200 at OCP 2024; ➁ It discusses the changes in NVLink Switch chips' placement and the absence of heat spreaders on the board; ➂ The article mentions the GB200 SXM6 8 GPU baseboard with a specific part number.
November 10
- Tenda TEM2010F 8-port 2.5GbE and 2-port SFP Switch Review➀ The Tenda TEM2010F review details its features, performance, and price; ➁ The switch offers 8 2.5GbE ports and 2 SFP ports with a 50Gbps switching capacity; ➂ It was priced significantly lower than expected, making it a cost-effective option in the market.
November 9
- The Difference between a Standard DIMM and a CUDIMM or CSODIMM➀ The article discusses the introduction of CUDIMM and CSODIMM, which are similar to server-side technology but adapted for desktop and mobile platforms. ➁ It highlights the key difference being the addition of a clock driver, which improves clock integrity. ➂ The author compares these new memory modules with UDIMMs and SODIMMs, noting the inclusion of additional components like PMICs and clock drivers in DDR5 generation.
November 8
- MikroTik CRS304-4XG-IN Review This is a Must-Have 10Gbase-T Switch➀ The MikroTik CRS304-4XG-IN is a cost-effective 10Gbase-T switch with a MSRP of $199; ➁ It offers four 10Gbase-T ports and one management port, making it a versatile networking solution; ➂ The review highlights its affordability, performance, and ease of use.
November 7
- AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Launch Zen 5 with 3D V-Cache is Great➀ The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D features Zen 5 architecture with 3D V-Cache, offering impressive performance; ➁ It is targeted at gaming and may outperform other processors in tasks that leverage the larger cache; ➂ The CPU has 96MB of L3 cache and is compatible with the AM5 socket, ensuring a robust ecosystem and lower thermal output.
November 6
- Ampere AmpereOne A192-32X Review A 192 Arm Core Server CPU➀ The Ampere AmpereOne A192-32X is reviewed, highlighting its performance, power consumption, and use in platforms like the Supermicro MegaDC ARS-211M-NR; ➁ The chip's importance in the context of the 2024 server CPU market is discussed, comparing it with Intel and AMD offerings; ➂ The cloud-native design and features of the A192-32X are detailed, including its core count, cache architecture, and support for PCIe Gen5 and DDR5.
November 3
- This is the Meta FBNIC 4x 100G Multi-Host Adapter by Marvell➀ Meta's new FBNIC adapter, co-developed with Marvell, supports up to four hosts with 4x 100G connections and 400Gbps bandwidth; ➁ The adapter is based on the OCP NIC 3.0 design with a SFF form factor and Ejector Latch for easy serviceability; ➂ Meta showcases the architecture and driver availability for Linux Kernel 6.11.
- Tripp Lite PDUMH20HV Review A C20 and L6-20P 1U Metered PDU➀ The review introduces the Tripp Lite PDUMH20HV 1U PDU, a metered PDU with C20 and L6-20P inputs; ➁ The PDU features two C19 and eight C13 outlets, a 208-240V input at 20A, and a de-rated 16A for safety; ➂ The review highlights the PDU's ease of installation, accurate load readings, and its suitability for high-power servers.
October 31
- HPE Cray XD670 NVIDIA HGX with CoolIT Liquid Cooling Shown➀ The HPE Cray XD670 NVIDIA HGX system with CoolIT liquid cooling was showcased at OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The system features an innovative cooling solution and has a similar design to the Gigabyte G593-SD0; ➂ HPE has been a significant customer for Gigabyte's systems.
October 30
- STH YouTube at 750K Subscribers and STH Labs Passes 10K➀ STH YouTube channel reached and surpassed 750,000 subscribers; ➁ STH Labs short-form channel reached 10,000 subscribers; ➂ Patrick Kennedy discussed his experiences with Intel and the International Olympic Committee, and unexpectedly got interviewed by Fox Business.
October 28
- LITEON Shows NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 Rack at OCP Summit 2024➀ LITEON showcased a liquid-cooled rack solution for NVIDIA's GB200 NVL72 AI servers at the OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The rack features power delivery via busbar and liquid cooling for high-performance computing; ➂ LITEON's solution targets OEMs and hyper-scalers for AI systems.
October 27
- Meta Minipack3 at OCP Summit 2024➀ Meta Minipack3, a key switch from Meta, was showcased at the OCP Summit 2024. It features 64 OSFP ports and uses 800G optics. The switch is designed by Broadcom and manufactured by Celestica, with a target noise level of 78dba. It can provide up to 128-ports of 400GbE and operates at under 2100W, showcasing the efficiency of co-packaged optics solutions. ➁ Meta's Minipack line has been a popular choice for networking infrastructure, with this new version offering significant advancements. ➂ The trend towards 400GbE is evident, with Meta leading the way in deploying such high-speed switches for AI clusters and fast remote storage.
October 26
- Micas Networks Broadcom Tomahawk 5 CPO Switch Shown➀ Micas Networks showcased the Broadcom Tomahawk 5 CPO switch at OCP Summit 2024, featuring 128x 400GbE ports and pluggable light sources. ➁ The switch, with a liquid cooling loop, was actively running traffic on the show floor. ➂ The design is expected to be influential in the adoption of co-packaged optics technology.
October 25
- Delta Shows Broadcom 128-port 400GbE Co-Packaged Optics Switch with Pluggable Light Sources➀ Delta demonstrated a Broadcom 128-port 400GbE Co-Packaged Optics Switch at OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The switch features 128x 400GbE ports and external pluggable light sources; ➂ The pluggable modules enhance switch reliability and ease of maintenance.
October 24
- Arm Moves to Cancel its Design License with Qualcomm➀ ARM has notified Qualcomm of its intention to cancel the design license; ➁ The issue seems to revolve around custom design work around Oryon cores from Nuvia; ➂ The cancellation is set to take effect in December unless otherwise agreed upon.
October 23
- Beelink SER9 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Mini PC Review➀ The Beelink SER9 offers a solid upgrade over previous generations with its AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor; ➁ The mini PC is priced at $999 with 1TB storage and 32GB RAM; ➂ The review discusses the system's hardware, including the lack of DDR5 support and the inclusion of an Intel AX200 WiFi 6 card.
October 22
- Meta Brings AMD EPYC Turin to Yosemite v4➀ Meta has introduced the AMD EPYC Turin processors into its Yosemite v4 server platform; ➁ The Yosemite v4 is Meta's latest scale-out chassis architecture, designed for high-performance computing; ➂ The integration of AMD EPYC Turin and CXL support in Yosemite v4 is expected to enhance system capabilities and performance.
October 21
- HPE ProLiant DL384 Gen12 NVIDIA GH200 NVL2 Arm Server Shown➀ HPE showcased the new ProLiant DL384 Gen12 server featuring NVIDIA GH200 NVL2 Arm processors; ➁ The server was displayed at the OCP Summit 2024; ➂ It is designed for high-performance CPU and GPU computing.
October 19
- The Top NVIDIA HGX B200 Server Supermicro SYS-422GA-NBRT-LCC at OCP 2024➀ Supermicro showcases its next-generation 4U AI platform, the SYS-422GA-NBRT-LCC, at OCP 2024. The platform features liquid cooling, PCIe switches integration, and improved serviceability. ➁ The new machine integrates the NVIDIA HGX B200 with Intel Xeon 6900P series processors. ➂ Supermicro highlights innovations such as liquid-cooled PCIe switches and removable power supply modules for better system management and serviceability.
- Marvell Shows off 3nm PCIe Gen7 SerDes at OCP Summit 2024➀ Marvell demonstrated a functional PCIe Gen7 SerDes running at 128GT/s using a 3nm process node at the OCP Summit 2024. The SerDes is a key component for next-generation PCIe connections. ➁ The demonstration included a Tektronix box to validate PCIe Gen7 operation at the high speed. ➂ The industry is moving towards PAM4 for these connections to support new PCIe generations.
October 18
- Inventec 96 DIMM CXL Expansion Box at OCP Summit 2024 for TBs of Memory➀ Inventec and Astera Labs have showcased a 96x DDR5 DIMM memory shelf at the OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The shelf connects to an 8-way Intel Xeon 6 Granite Rapids-SP server with 128x DDR DIMM slots, offering a total of 224 DIMMs; ➂ The setup is designed for scale-up server applications, providing tens of TBs of memory in a single server.