Alibaba Cloud opts for Ethernet over Nvidia’s interconnect, utilizing own High Performance Network for GPU connectivity in data center with 15,000 units

Alibaba Cloud opts for Ethernet over Nvidia’s interconnect, utilizing own High Performance Network for GPU connectivity in data center with 15,000 units

Alibaba Cloud engineer Ennan Zhai shared research on the design of data centers used for LLM training via GitHub. The document describes how Alibaba used Ethernet to enable 15,000 GPUs to communicate. They developed the High Performance Network (HPN) to overcome issues with uneven traffic distribution. Alibaba Cloud divided its data centers into hosts with … Read more

AOOSTAR WTR Pro: A NAS with 4 Bays, Intel N100 Processor, 2.5 GbE Ethernet, and M.2 2280 Slot – Liliputing

AOOSTAR WTR Pro: A NAS with 4 Bays, Intel N100 Processor, 2.5 GbE Ethernet, and M.2 2280 Slot – Liliputing

AOOSTAR has introduced a new desktop computer called WTR Pro, designed for use as a network attached storage (NAS) device. It can support up to four 3.5-inch hard drives or SSDs and has an M.2 slot for an optional PCIe NVMe SSD. The system features an Intel N100 Alder Lake-N processor, the ability to connect … Read more

In Q1 2024, Arista’s campus Ethernet switch revenues increase while Cisco’s decline.

In Q1 2024, Arista’s campus Ethernet switch revenues increase while Cisco’s decline.

The global campus switch market experienced a 23% decline in revenue in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous year, with Arista and Ubiquiti being the only vendors to see an increase in revenue during this period. This decline was attributed to the effects of Covid-19, where companies had panic-ordered switches due to … Read more

Broadcom Announces Industry’s First 5 nm Ethernet Adapter for AI Networking

Broadcom Announces Industry’s First 5 nm Ethernet Adapter for AI Networking

Broadcom has introduced a new Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) that utilizes the 5nm process node technology to enhance efficiency and maintain high performance levels in handling modern data loads. By incorporating this advanced technology, Broadcom aims to offer a solution that can meet the increasing demands of data processing and communication in today’s interconnected … Read more

Broadcom Reveals Cutting-Edge 400G PCIe Gen5 Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom Reveals Cutting-Edge 400G PCIe Gen5 Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom has recently launched a new line of 400G PCIe Gen 5.0 Ethernet adapters that are highly scalable, high-performance, and low-power. These adapters aim to improve connectivity in data centers as clusters grow larger, particularly in AI data centers. Jas Tremblay, the vice president and general manager of Broadcom’s Data Center Solutions Group, highlighted the … Read more

Introducing the Latest Minisforum Mini PC: A Unique and Powerful Device with Intel’s Strongest CPU, Dual Ethernet Ports, Oculink, Webcam, and 4-Inch Display

Introducing the Latest Minisforum Mini PC: A Unique and Powerful Device with Intel’s Strongest CPU, Dual Ethernet Ports, Oculink, Webcam, and 4-Inch Display

Minisforum is attempting to revolutionize the world of minicomputers with their latest device, the AtomMan X7 Ti. This compact machine is not only sleek and portable, but also packs a powerful punch with its Intel Ultra 9 185H Meteor Lake processor, 16 cores, and 22 threads. The device boasts a 4-inch 480p LED touchscreen that … Read more

Broadcom transforms AI networking with powerful 400G RoCE/RDMA Ethernet NICs

Broadcom transforms AI networking with powerful 400G RoCE/RDMA Ethernet NICs

Broadcom Inc., a global technology leader, has recently unveiled its latest lineup of 400G PCIe Gen 5.0 Ethernet adapters. These adapters aim to address connectivity bottlenecks in data centers as the demand for high-performance, low-power solutions increases with the growth of AI data centers. The company’s commitment to open standards and collaboration with industry leaders … Read more

Broadcom Designs Specialized 400G Ethernet NIC for AI Applications

Broadcom Designs Specialized 400G Ethernet NIC for AI Applications

The BCM57608 400G NIC is designed to address the networking requirements of artificial intelligence, specifically focusing on high bandwidth utilization, managing intermittent data surges, and supporting long-running jobs. The demand for AI applications continues to grow, leading to increased pressure on network infrastructure to efficiently handle the data processing requirements. The BCM57608 400G NIC aims … Read more

Broadcom Introduces New 400G Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom Introduces New 400G Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom has launched a new line of 400G Ethernet adapters tailored to address network bottlenecks when transferring large amounts of data for AI processing. The new processors feature a third-generation RoCE channel, low-latency congestion control technology, and telemetry capabilities. These adapters are designed for high-bandwidth, high-stress network environments commonly associated with AI infrastructure. Although similar … Read more

Broadcom Introduces Scalable 400G Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom Introduces Scalable 400G Ethernet Adapters

Broadcom has recently announced the launch of their new 400G Ethernet adapters, offering customers a scalable solution for their networking needs. This new technology is set to revolutionize Ethernet usage, providing faster speeds and greater bandwidth capacity. The adapters are designed to meet the growing demands of data-intensive applications in various industries. Broadcom’s 400G Ethernet … Read more