➀ Marvell has announced a significant multi-year and multi-product win at AWS; ➁ The win includes custom AI products, optical digital signal processors (DSPs), active electrical cable (AEC) DSPs, PCIe retimers, data center interconnect (DCI) optical modules, and Ethernet switching silicon solutions; ➂ The deal is a competitive win against Broadcom and Astera Labs in various parts of the business.

➀ The OpenWrt One router has been released at a price of $89; ➁ The router is designed for hacking enthusiasts and features dual Ethernet ports, three USB ports, and dual-band Wi-Fi 6; ➂ OpenWrt One is built with open-source OpenWrt firmware pre-installed and is considered unbrickable.

➀ The Blackmagic Cloud Pod is a compact and simple network-attached storage (NAS) device designed for easy 10GbE USB SSD sharing; ➁ It offers connectivity options for 10GbE networks and USB 3 Type-C SSDs; ➂ Despite its lack of advanced features, it is a convenient solution for network storage needs.

➀ The RaidenDigit LightONE 25GbE Thunderbolt Adapter is reviewed, showcasing its features and performance. The adapter is compatible with the new Mac Mini M4, Macbook Pro M1 and M4, and ASUS ROG NUC. It provides 25GbE connectivity over Thunderbolt and includes various ports. ➁ Performance tests indicate the adapter can achieve close to 21-22Gbps speeds. ➂ However, the adapter is not without its challenges, such as potential power and noise issues, and the uncertainty surrounding the availability of future units due to its Kickstarter nature.

➀ Eviden showcased a module with four NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NICs at SC24; ➁ The module is found in NVIDIA DGX H100 systems and offers significant space savings; ➂ However, it limits users to NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NICs only.

➀ The Asus RT-BE86U Wi-Fi 7 router is priced at $329, offering 10 Gbps for WAN and four 2.5 Gbps ports for LAN; ➁ It boasts class-leading 5 GHz performance and a variety of software features; ➂ However, it falls short in 2.4 GHz performance and is three times the price of competitive dual-band Wi-Fi 7 routers.

➀ The Netgear Nighthawk RS600 is a mid-range router offering a 10 Gbps WAN port, one 10 Gbps LAN port, and three 1 Gbps ports, priced at $449.99. ➁ The router boasts a sleek design and comprehensive software, but its performance falls short compared to similarly-priced competitors. ➂ Despite its shortcomings, the RS600 remains a solid option for those seeking a capable Wi-Fi 7 router at a reasonable price.

➀ HPE introduces the Slingshot 400 switch with liquid cooling and 51.2Tbps speed; ➁ The switch is designed for HPE's liquid-cooled supercomputing platforms; ➂ The new switch aims to provide faster HPC interconnect speeds to keep pace with AI cluster solutions like NVIDIA Spectrum-X.

➀ 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.

➀ The Elektra Awards 2024 is just a few weeks away with only two Premium Tables remaining. The event will take place on December 10th at the IET London, Savoy Place. ➁ There are no Standard Tables left, making this the last chance to secure a seat with a view. ➂ Book your place now as individual seats are limited.

➀ 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.

➀ 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.

➀ 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.

➀ 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.

➀ Wi-Fi 6 and 7 are advancing wireless technology with improved speed, efficiency, and low latency, addressing modern connectivity needs. ➁ The article highlights the features of Wi-Fi 6 and 7, such as OFDMA, MU-MIMO, TWT, and MLO, and their impact on IoT and smart homes. ➂ It discusses the challenges and future adoption of Wi-Fi 7, emphasizing the importance of RF design, power efficiency, and thermal management.

➀ 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.

➀ 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.