Supermicro Opens Customer Testing and Validation on Upcoming 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processor-Based Systems to Accelerate System Platform Adoption

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Supermicro (SMCI) announced its JumpStart program, allowing customers to remotely test and validate workload performance on systems powered by 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors starting February 16, 2021. This initiative aims to accelerate solution deployment and optimize performance for various applications within cloud, AI, and HPC sectors. Participants gain early access to cutting-edge technologies, facilitating benchmarking and validation of their workloads. Supermicro's extensive product portfolio, including Ultra and BigTwin systems, supports the latest Intel architecture, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and efficiency.

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• Early access to 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors enhances market positioning.
• The JumpStart program allows customers to benchmark their workloads, improving customer satisfaction and retention.
• Supermicro's product portfolio supports cutting-edge applications in critical markets, boosting potential revenue.

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Supermicro Unveils X12 JumpStart NDA Testing Program for Customers to Remotely Test and Validate Workload Performance on Supermicro Servers based on 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors (codenamed Ice Lake)

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), a global leader in enterprise computing, storage, networking solutions, and green computing technology, announced its early availability program – JumpStart for workload testing on 3rd-Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor-based Supermicro X12 systems. The program starts on February 16, 2021, and qualified customers can access remote X12-based Supermicro systems to develop, validate, tune and benchmark their advanced workloads. Participants will get early, before general launch, access to leading-edge technologies to accelerate their solution deployment on Supermicro's extensive portfolio of upcoming X12 Systems, including Ultra, BigTwin^® SuperBlade^®, GPU Optimized Systems, and Top Loading and All-Flash Storage Systems gaining significant time to market advantage for better performance and efficiency.

"The JumpStart program demonstrates Supermicro's continuing focus on supporting customers and giving them the earliest access to the widely anticipated 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors in Supermicro X12 platforms," Don Clegg, senior vice president, Worldwide Sales, Supermicro. "Supermicro has a long-lasting relationship with Intel and looks forward to supporting the industry-leading next-generation processors from Intel that targets critical markets, including Cloud, AI, HPC, and edge computing."

Under the JumpStart early availability program, Supermicro customers can validate and benchmark their applications, enabling them to realize the next-gen architecture's performance benefits and features. Accessing the program is easy and fast. Using Supermicro's JumpStart portal, interested Supermicro customers under NDA who qualify can register, then configure their systems to access remote Supermicro servers through the secure portal.

Product Portfolio

Supermicro has an extensive portfolio of systems ready to support the Intel 3^rd Gen Xeon  Scalable Processors, including the Blades, Ultra, Twin family, GPU systems, etc.  

Customers can choose from 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processor-based blade servers for the SuperBlade 8U and 6U enclosures, enhanced performance, faster DDR4 3200 memory, and PCIe Gen4 for faster I/O. The 8U SuperBlade provides customers with AIOM for front I/O and advanced networking options such as 200G HDR InfiniBand or 25G Ethernet switches. In contrast, the 6U SuperBlade provides customers with a memory-optimized configuration with support for up to 12TB in a high-density form factor. Both the SuperBlade 8U and 6U support hot-swap NVMe, and redundant AC/DC power supplies, making them ideal for enterprise, cloud, EDA, virtualization, and HPC applications.

Supermicro 1U and 2U Ultra SuperServers offer best-in-class enterprise-level performance while delivering unparalleled value, flexibility, scalability, and serviceability. Depending on the configuration, they support the highest CPU TDPs with vast networking and expansion possibilities.

The Twin, multi-node product line encompasses a multitude of options for storage and server requirements. These include the BigTwin with the highest performance and density in a 2U four-node design, and AIOM networking options 1GbE, 10GbE, 25GbE, 100GbE, and IB. The FatTwin with 4U systems supporting 4 or 8 nodes delivers superior PUE for the highest efficiency. The modular hot-swap Twin architecture enables high flexibility and serviceability.

Supermicro offers the industry's broadest selection of GPU servers optimized for AI, Deep Learning, and HPC workloads, including a full line of systems from 1U up to 10U, including the SuperBlade, which supports up to 40 GPUs per 8U. Supermicro offers high-density 2U and 4U servers with interconnected 4-GPU and 8-GPU boards and 8 PCI-E based on the four- and eight-way boards. With several GPUs now also available in PCIe form factor, customers can also expect a significant performance boost across Supermicro's extensive portfolio of multi-GPU servers, including 1U Ultra, BigTwin™, 8U SuperBlade®, as well as embedded systems supporting GPUs.

These products and others will support the Intel Xeon Scalable processor-based (X12) platform. Supermicro is usually first-to-market with accelerated access to the latest technologies. 

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Supermicro (Nasdaq: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Enterprise Data Center, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Edge Computing Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.

Supermicro, Server Building Block Solutions, and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Intel, the Intel logo, and other Intel marks are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries. 

 

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FAQ

What is the JumpStart program by Supermicro (SMCI)?

The JumpStart program allows customers to remotely test and validate workload performance on Supermicro systems powered by 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors.

When did Supermicro launch the JumpStart program?

The JumpStart program started on February 16, 2021.

How can customers access the JumpStart program offered by Supermicro?

Customers can register through Supermicro's secure portal to access remote servers for testing and validation.

What benefits does the JumpStart program provide for Supermicro customers?

The program provides customers with early access to advanced technologies, enabling them to optimize performance and reduce time to market.

What product lines from Supermicro support the 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors?

Supermicro's product lines include Ultra, BigTwin, and SuperBlade systems, among others.