Supermicro Optimizes Full Line of AMD-based Server, Blade, and Workstations for
New Six-Core Processors
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 2 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
MEDIA RELEASE PR34852
New 2U Twin2 ("Twin Squared") with 48 Cores, 1U Twin and Quad Servers
with 24 Cores Optimized for Six-Core AMD Opteron(TM) Processors
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a leader in application-optimized,
high performance server solutions, today announced that its full range of A+
Server, SuperBlade(R) and workstation platforms have been fully optimized to
support the new Six-Core AMD Opteron(TM) processors (code-named Istanbul). This
comprehensive line of solutions includes the new 2U Twin2 with four hot-swappable
dual-processor computing nodes which supports up to 48 processing cores, as well
as 1U Twin(TM) and quad-processor 1U servers which support up to 24 processing
cores in a 1U form factor.
"Our six-core A+ solutions deliver great value to customers in all segments
of the server, blade and workstation marketplace," said Charles Liang, president
and CEO of Supermicro. "With a comprehensive selection of high-quality Server
Building Block Solutions(R) to choose from, Supermicro offers truly application-
optimized platforms. The leading system-level power efficiency of our cutting-
edge server designs enables us to offer earth-friendly solutions with exceptional
performance-per-watt capabilities that empower customers to grow, adapt and scale
as their business demands evolve."
"With their continued support of AMD64 technology, Supermicro is supplying
the channel with innovative, high-end solutions that deliver the cost and power
efficiencies customers need most," said Patrick Patla, Vice President and General
Manager, Server and Workstation division, AMD (NYSE: AMD). "AMD's industry-
defining multi-core technology and Direct Connect Architecture enable superior
overall system performance and efficiency, addressing the compute-intensive
demands of the high-performance market."
In addition to the many performance enhancements in Six-Core AMD Opteron
processors, Supermicro offers Six-Core A+ solutions with the following high-
performance design features:
- 2U Twin2 designs: Provide four hot-plug DP nodes, up to 256GB
memory, 12 hot-swap 3.5" drives, optional 20Gb/s InfiniBand and
redundant power
- 1U Twin designs: Provide two DP nodes, up to 128GB memory and
optional InfiniBand
- Universal I/O designs: Provide flexible I/O customization and
investment protection
- High memory capacity: 16 DIMM and 32 DIMM models with high
capacity memory support to dramatically improve memory and
virtualization performance
- Dual Hyper-Transport(TM) technology link designs: Superior system
bandwidth and performance
- Hyper-Transport Extension connector design: Helps to enlarge
product support scope with Hyper-Transport connection devices
- High-efficiency VRMs: Save energy and reduce electricity costs
- High-efficiency power supplies: Further increases overall system
power savings
- Up to 10 quad-processor (MP) or dual-processor (DP) Blades in a
7U enclosure: Industry-leading density and power efficiency with up to
240 processor cores and 640GB memory per 7U enclosure
The full range of Six-Core Supermicro A+ solutions includes both DP and MP
servers and workstations in 1U, 2U, 4U, tower, and blade form factors. For more
detailed information on Supermicro's Istanbul solutions, please visit
Supermicro Server Building Block Solutions(R) offer exceptional flexibility
and feature advantages. For more information on Supermicro's complete line of
About Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI)
Supermicro emphasizes superior product design and uncompromising quality
control to produce industry-leading serverboards, chassis and server systems.
These Server Building Block Solutions provide benefits across many environments,
including data center deployment, high-performance computing, high-end
workstations, storage networks and standalone server installations. For more
information on Supermicro's complete line of advanced motherboards, servers, and
optimized chassis, visit www.supermicro.com, email Marketing@supermicro.com or
call the San Jose, CA headquarters at +1-408-503-8000.
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SOURCE: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
CONTACT: Michael Kalodrich,
MichaelK@supermicro.com
(SMCI AMD)
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