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➀ The Crucial 128GB DDR5-5600 SODIMM kit includes two 64GB SODIMMs, enabling 128GB of memory in mini PCs with dual SODIMM slots;

➁ The kit has been tested in systems like the Lenovo ThinkCentre M75q Tiny Gen5 and Acemagic F3A with AMD Ryzen AI 370 HX, as well as an upcoming Intel platform;

➂ The kit is expected to be featured in several systems over the next few months.

➀ This article discusses the continued prevalence of two threads per core in server CPUs;

➁ It highlights the performance benefits of simultaneous multi-threading (SMT);

➂ The author uses AMD EPYC 9005 platforms to demonstrate the concept.

➀ NVIDIA has a new midplane design for the Rubin NVL576 generation;

➁ The design allows for higher compute density and removes the cable cartridge;

➂ The midplane is large and optimized for liquid cooling, enabling higher density without airflow considerations.

➀ The article discusses the importance of virtualization licensing in server hardware costs.

➁ It focuses on AMD's EPYC processors and their optimization for virtualization applications.

➂ The author explores how newer processors offer performance improvements, which can lead to significant cost savings in licensing.

➀ NVIDIA has launched the DGX Station GB300 edition, a new AI platform without an integrated GPU;

➁ The system is based on the NVIDIA Grace Arm CPU and requires an additional GPU for video output;

➂ The platform is designed for AI researchers and aims to be a powerful development tool.

➀ Micron's SOCAMM memory is being used to power the next generation of NVIDIA Grace GB300 servers;

➁ The new SOCAMM memory form factor offers modular LPDDR5X memory for NVIDIA Grace CPUs;

➂ The modular design allows for easier upgrades and changes in memory configuration during the manufacturing process.

➀ Solidigm showcased its liquid-cooled NVMe SSDs at NVIDIA GTC 2025;

➁ The new Solidigm D7-PS1010 E1.S 9.5mm SSD features a cooling design that can cool both sides of the PCB on the drive;

➂ This design will be important for future AI servers due to increasing power density and the need for more efficient cooling solutions.

➀ At NVIDIA GTC 2025, Kioxia showcased the LC9 122.88TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD, which features a 2.5" form factor and 122.88TB of storage capacity.

➁ The drive utilizes Kioxia's 2TB QLC BiCS FLASH generation 8 3D flash memory and offers a 0.3DWPD endurance rating.

➂ It is compatible with PCIe Gen5 interface, supporting either a single x4 for standard servers or x2x2 for dual-ported high-availability deployments.

➀ Samsung has released their new 9100 PRO 2TB Gen5 NVMe SSD;

➁ The drive is vertically integrated with Samsung's own controller and 236-layer TLC NAND;

➂ The 2TB model offers 14700 MB/s sequential read and 13400 MB/s write speeds, targeting the top-end of Gen5 performance.

➀ The NVIDIA DGX Spark is a compact AI mini PC designed for scale-out clustering;

➁ It features 20 Arm cores, 128GB of LPDDR5X memory, and a Blackwell GPU;

➂ Priced at $3999, it offers 200GbE NVIDIA ConnectX-7 networking and is compatible with clustering configurations.

➀ The ASUS Ascent GX10 is a NVIDIA GB10 Mini PC featuring 128GB of memory and 200GbE connectivity.

➁ It is designed to be portable and compact, suitable for various applications.

➂ The system includes an NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NIC for 200GbE clustering and a 10GbE NIC for basic networking.

➀ Softbank has announced the planned acquisition of Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion in cash;

➁ Ampere Computing will retain its name and product lines such as AmpereOne and Ampere Altra;

➂ The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2025, with major investors selling their stakes.

➀ We are covering the NVIDIA GTC 2025 keynote live, expecting a number of announcements in GPUs, AI, networking, and robotics.

➁ The event is held at the SAP Center, San Jose, due to the large number of attendees.

➂ NVIDIA has seen massive growth with the AI boom, becoming a leader in major data center categories.

➀ The Acemagic F3A mini PC is powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 CPU, offering high performance and expandability with up to 128GB of RAM.

➁ The system features RGB lighting and various connectivity options, including USB4, HDMI, and DisplayPort.

➂ It is designed for AI and other demanding applications, making it a versatile choice for users needing a compact and powerful system.

➀ The ASUS ESC8000A-E13P is an 8-GPU AI server designed with two AMD EPYC 9004/9005 processors and support for high-speed networking.

➁ The server features an NVIDIA MGX design and can accommodate 8x PCIe GPUs, providing 384GB of VRAM and 384 CPU cores.

➂ The review covers the external hardware overview, including the front and rear of the system, and details on the storage, cooling, and expansion options.

➀ Introduction to STH Weekly Newsletters;

➁ Launch of new Substack by Axautik Group;

➂ Explanation of the format and content of the newsletter, including weekly recap, top five stories, and content preview.

➀ CoolIT has showcased a new 4000W cold plate designed for liquid cooling;

➁ The cold plate is capable of cooling 4000W at a flow rate of 6L per minute;

➂ The technology is expected to extend the longevity of single-phase direct liquid cooling for future-generation accelerators.

➀ The ASRock Rack 4U8G-TURIN2 presents a new approach to the classic AI server design, utilizing AMD EPYC CPUs and featuring unique server engineering aspects.

➁ The server is equipped with 2.5" drive bays, NVMe SSDs, and offers flexibility with its various connectivity options and expansion slots.

➂ The review highlights the server's design focus on PCIe expansion cards, power supplies, and rear I/O connectivity, emphasizing its capabilities for high-end card support and redundancy.

Kioxia LC9 is a new 122.88TB SSD from Kioxia designed for high-capacity and high-density AI clusters. It supports PCIe Gen5 and offers a 0.3DWPD endurance, making it suitable for large-scale data storage needs.

The LC9 uses Kioxia's 2Tb QLC BiCS FLASH generation 8 3D flash memory and is targeted at reducing power, footprint, and TCO compared to traditional hard drives.

The high capacity and advanced interface of the LC9 make it a compelling option for AI storage arrays.

➀ Lip-Bu Tan has been appointed as the new CEO of Intel, starting March 18, 2025;

➁ The appointment comes after a series of leadership changes at Intel, including the resignation of Pat Gelsinger;

➂ Tan's background as a Silicon Valley royalty and his experience as the CEO of Cadence Design Systems are seen as crucial for Intel's future direction.

➀ The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is a successor to the 7950X3D, featuring Zen 5 architecture and 144MB of L2+L3 cache.

➁ The chip offers a 10-15% performance boost due to the advanced Zen 5 architecture and improved 3D V-Cache stacking.

➂ It is compatible with the AM5 platform and has a 170W TDP, addressing previous limitations of X3D chips.

➀ Altera has launched the new Agilex 3 family, bringing the 2nd gen HyperFlex architecture to the lower-end market segment.

➁ The new Agilex 3 promises higher performance and lower power consumption than the Cyclone V.

➂ The Agilex 3 FPGAs are expected to be widely used in various systems over the next few years.

➀ The article provides a quick teardown of a 100G SR4 QSFP28 module;

➁ It discusses the internal components and design of the module;

➂ The author compares the module to a 100G DAC module and highlights the differences in complexity.

➀ This article provides a guide on how to reset the HPE iLO administrator password using ipmitool from the OS;

➁ The guide includes steps to access a root shell in Linux, finding the admin user, setting the iLO administrator password, and setting user access;

➂ The process is useful for servers with physical access and no iLO password.

➀ The HPE ProLiant DL145 Gen11 is reviewed, highlighting its features and performance as an AMD EPYC 8004 edge server;

➁ The server's design, I/O options, and expandability are discussed;

➂ The review also touches on the server's power efficiency and potential use cases.

➀ Bolt Graphics introduces a new GPU architecture called Zeus, designed for rendering, gaming, and HPC, with a focus on high-end computing and hardware improvements.

➁ The architecture includes features like Path Tracing in hardware and a real-time path tracer called Glowstick, aiming to provide better working views for artists and faster rendering times.

➂ Bolt Graphics demonstrates the performance improvements with simulations, including electromagnetic wave simulations and FFT simulations, showcasing the capabilities of the Zeus architecture in HPC workloads.

➀ Apple has launched new Mac Studio models with updated chips and a significant amount of unified memory, up to 512GB.

➁ The M4 Max and M3 Ultra processors power these new models, offering high-core counts and GPU performance.

➂ Despite the high price, the new Mac Studio is poised to be a strong player in the local AI market.

➀ The Intel Xeon 6700P “Granite Rapids-SP” includes SKUs with a feature that splits cores into high-priority and low-priority cores;

➁ This setup has caused some rumors, but the article clarifies that there are no E-cores on Granite Rapids-SP parts;

➂ The feature allows for higher base frequencies on some cores for improved responsiveness, especially under light loads.

➀ The Lenovo ThinkCentre M75q Tiny Gen5 is a 1L PC based on the AMD Ryzen platform, offering an improved AMD Ryzen SoC and 128GB of RAM.

➁ The system is still mostly found new, but prices are expected to drop as used platforms hit the market in the next 6 to 36 months.

➂ The system features a headset jack, power button, and three USB ports on the front, with additional features like a USB Type-C port and WiFi 6E.

➀ Intel has launched new network adapters, the E830 series for 25GbE to 200GbE and the E610 series for 10GbE and 2.5GbE, with PCIe Gen4 support.

➁ The E830 series offers up to 200GbE throughput, while the E610 series supports multi-gigabit speeds with up to 50% lower power consumption.

➂ These new adapters are expected to be available in 2025, focusing on server applications with OCP NIC 3.0 slots.