NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
Exxact Corporation | January 28, 2022
Exxact Corporation, a leading provider of high-performance computing (HPC), artificial intelligence (AI), and data center solutions, will soon offer a new line of NVIDIA® Quantum InfiniBand solutions that enables industry-standard networking, clustering, storage, and management protocols to seamlessly operate over a single "one-wire" converged network.
The NVIDIA Quantum-2 InfiniBand networking platform enables extreme performance, broad accessibility, and strong security for cloud computing and supercomputing data centers.
What makes NVIDIA Quantum-2 stand out from the previous generation is the new switch that delivers unprecedented port density with 64 ports of 400Gbps (or 128 ports of 200Gbps) connectivity.
It also features two updated networking endpoint options: the NVIDIA BlueField-3® data processing unit (DPU) and the NVIDIA ConnectX-7® network adapter. ConnectX-7 doubles the data rate of its predecessor, as well as increases performance benefits with RDMA (remote direct memory access), GPUDirect® Storage, GPUDirect RDMA, and In-Network Computing. BlueField-3 offers 16 64-bit Arm CPUs to offload, accelerate and isolate the data center infrastructure stack, which accelerates application performance, enhances data center security, streamlines operations and reduces total cost of ownership.
Also updated is Scalable Hierarchical Aggregation and Reduction Protocol v3 (SHARPv3™), which allows deep learning training operations to be offloaded and accelerated by the networking hardware, resulting in 32x more acceleration for AI applications compared with the previous version.
"Exxact is excited to soon offer NVIDIA's latest generation of Quantum InfiniBand networking solutions to complement our expansive line of NVIDIA-Certified HPC and deep learning servers, Users will be able to address the infrastructure needs of the most demanding applications and experience a significant boost in data center performance, as well as a completely centralized management that supports most popular cluster topologies, such as Fat Tree, DragonFly+, and Torus."
-Andrew Nelson, VP of Technology at Exxact Corporation
The most challenging problems in the world will be solved by increasingly complex HPC systems that expand humanity's understanding and deliver countless benefits to society," said Gilad Shainer, SVP of Networking at NVIDIA. "The NVIDIA Quantum-2 InfiniBand platform equips next-generation HPC and AI systems with the extreme performance demanded by innovative applications and workloads to supercharge breakthrough exploration.
NVIDIA Ethernet Networking is also available with SmartNICs that utilize NVIDIA BlueField-2 with up to 200Gbps of Ethernet connectivity for modern GPU-accelerated workloads, best-in-class Ethernet switches with speeds from 10Gbps to 400Gbps, and LinkX® Ethernet direct attach copper (DAC) cables, active optical cables (AOCs), and optical transceivers that meet or exceed all of the IEEE 802.3xx industry standards for 1G, 10G, 25G, 50G and 100G products.
The NVIDIA Quantum-2 InfiniBand networking platform will be available soon. To view Exxact's current offering of InfiniBand and Ethernet networking solutions, click here.
About Exxact Corporation
Exxact develops and manufactures innovative computing platforms and solutions that include workstation, server, cluster, and storage products developed for Deep Learning, Life Sciences, HPC, Big Data, Cloud, Visualization, Video Wall, and AV applications. With a full range of engineering and logistics services, including consultancy, initial solution validation, manufacturing, implementation, and support, Exxact enables their customers to solve complex computing challenges, meet product development deadlines, improve resource utilization, reduce energy consumption, and maintain a competitive edge. Visit Exxact Corporation at www.exxactcorp.com
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WIRELESS
Reach Mobile | June 08, 2022
Reach Mobile today formally announced the company has secured an additional $8 Million in funding, bringing its two-quarter fundraise to $16 Million, for a total of $35.6 Million in funding to date. The company also announced the formal introduction of ReachNEXT, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that accelerates and streamlines how companies bring network-based services to market. ReachNEXT offers a one-stop-shop for launching and operating use cases such as MVNO, Fixed Wireless Access, Failover Internet, and IOT with unprecedented simplicity and speed. Clients of ReachNEXT range from emerging lifestyle brands to broadband providers reaching millions of homes.
Virtually everything needed to operate a network-based service can be found in the cloud-native platform, including the front-end customer experiences, back office customer care and operations portals, and the network integration itself. Capabilities include billing, policy, catalog and data plan management, provisioning, layered security, and customer care, which can be deployed as an end-to-end solution, plug-and-play modules, or REST APIs.
"Demand for turnkey mobile and fixed wireless offerings is skyrocketing, particularly among ISPs, The platform provides a clear path to market for innovative offers that have previously taken years and millions to build."
Reach Mobile CEO, Harjot Saluja
"Reach is popularizing the idea that network-based services can be launched quickly and easily by companies without wireless expertise," said Jake Maas, Executive Vice President at Graham Holdings Company, a lead investor in Reach Mobile's recent $8 million funding round. "We're excited to help Reach double-down in the domestic broadband space and fuel growth in new geographies and use cases."
"ReachNEXT is built on the premise that cloud-native and software-defined networks will redefine how networks are leveraged and drive new monetization opportunities for carriers, solution providers, and enterprises," added Saluja. "It's our mission to make network-based services quicker to launch and easier to manage, and we believe the entire mobile ecosystem stands to benefit."
About Reach Mobile
Reach Mobile has integrated with more than 50 carriers across 75 countries and currently supports 40mm monthly active users with its first use case, toll-free data. Reach Mobile believes that connecting people and things to network possibilities will ultimately create a better world. With offices in Boston, Bangalore, and Ottawa, Reach Mobile is fueled by a decade of wireless expertise and the innovative spirit of a startup. Reach Mobile is the creator of ReachNEXT, a global SaaS platform that radically simplifies how network-based services are launched and operated.
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NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
Minim | June 14, 2022
via NewMediaWire – Minim, Inc. the creator of intelligent WiFi software and Motorola home networking products under an exclusive global brand license, today announces a second shelf expansion this week in Target stores across the United States. In the coming weeks, Target shoppers with Gigabit speed broadband and Xfinity Voice plans will have the option to purchase the Motorola MT8733 DOCSIS 3.1 WiFi 6 modem/router, Motorola MB8600 and Motorola MB8611 DOCSIS 3.1 cable modems, Motorola MG8702 DOCSIS 3.1 WiFi 5 modem/router and Motorola MT7711 DOCSIS 3.0 WiFi 5 modem/router to save on rental fees while improving their home network security and performance.
“We are excited to increase value for the Target shopper by providing better intelligent networking options in stores across the country, Our Motorola modem and modem/router products are widely recognized by consumers for their top-notch performance that handles their home networking needs, from gaming to UHD video streaming and more.”
Jeff Rodning, Director of Retail Sales at Minim
Recent market research published by the Parks Associates reveals that over 36% of consumers purchase their smart home devices through the retail channel, more than triple the 11% of consumers who purchase through their Internet Service Provider. Adding five of Motorola’s best-in-class intelligent networking devices to Target stores across the US will help to meet the smart home shopper’s demand for a diversity of product options available in-store on their terms.
Product Highlight: Motorola MT8733
The MT8733, Motorola’s first DOCSIS 3.1 modem/WiFi 6 router with two phone lines for Xfinity Voice is a high-performance modem/router designed exclusively for Comcast Xfinity customers. The shelf expansion of the MT8733 to brick-and-mortar stores marks the first time that shoppers with wireless service from Comcast Xfinity can shop for intelligent networking devices in-store on their own terms. Now available online and in stores at Target for $409.99, this product delivers:
DOCSIS 3.1 support
Built-in AX6000 4x4 router
One 2.5 Gig Ethernet port and three 1 Gig Ethernet ports for wired connections
Two phone lines for reliable communications and support for Comcast’s enhanced call features, including caller ID, call forwarding, and conference calling
The motosync app, powered by Minim, for advanced network management, security, parental controls, and more— included at no additional charge
2-year warranty
New on shelves: Motorola MB8600 & Motorola MB8611 cable modems
DOCSIS 3.1
Certified by Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum, and other major cable providers
2-year warranty
New on shelves: Motorola MG8702 DOCSIS 3.1 WiFi 5 modem/router
DOCSIS 3.1
Powerful AC3200 router
Recommended for speeds up to 1 Gbps
Certified by Comcast Xfinity, Cox, Spectrum, and other major cable providers
2-year warranty
New on shelves: Motorola MT7711 DOCSIS 3.0 WiFi 5 modem/router
DOCSIS 3.0
Powerful AC1900 router
Recommended for speeds up to 1900 Mbps
Certified by Comcast Xfinity with 2 phone lines designed to support Xfinity Voice
2-year warranty
About Minim
Minim, Inc was born in 1977 as a networking company and now delivers intelligent software to protect and improve the WiFi connections we depend on to work, learn, and live. Minim’s cloud platform powers intuitive apps and a variety of routers, helping customers take control of their connected experience and privacy. Headquartered in Manchester, N.H., Minim holds the exclusive global license to design and manufacture consumer networking products under the Motorola brand.
About Motorola Strategic Brand Partnerships
For over 90 years the Motorola brand has been known around the world for high quality, innovative and trusted products. Motorola’s Strategic Brand Partnership program seeks to leverage the power of this iconic brand by teaming with dynamic companies who offer unique, high quality products that enrich consumer’s lives. Strategic brand partners work closely with Motorola engineers while developing and manufacturing their products, ensuring that their products meet the exacting safety, quality, and reliability standards that consumers have come to expect from Motorola.
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NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
Keysight Technologies | January 12, 2022
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS), a leading technology company that delivers advanced design and validation solutions to help accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world, announced that Chunghwa Telecom (NYSE: CHT), Taiwan’s largest integrated telecommunications services company, has selected Keysight Open Radio Architect (KORA) solutions to accelerate verification of radio access network (RAN) equipment based on standards defined by the O-RAN ALLIANCE.Chunghwa Telecom, a provider of fixed-line, mobile, broadband and internet services, is the first operator in Taiwan to independently carry out multi-vendor integration and successfully verify open access network architecture. Rigorous testing under real-world conditions is critical to successful end-to-end integration of O-RAN equipment prior to live network deployment. Chunghwa uses KORA to deploy connectivity services that support transportation, manufacturing, energy, commerce, agriculture and medicine sectors, as well as consumers.
“Many mobile operators are embracing open, disaggregated RAN architectures to create a robust multi-vendor environment that supports the reliable delivery of a diverse range of mobile broadband services,We are pleased to provide Chunghwa Telecom with software-driven test tools that include built-in test automation capabilities, resulting in scalable and rapid validation of O-RAN compliant network infrastructure.”
-Kalyan Sundhar, vice president and general manager for Keysight's 5G Edge to Core Solutions.
Chunghwa selected Keysight’s user equipment (UE) emulation solution (UeSIM) and O-RAN radio unit (O-RU) emulator (RuSIM), which are part of the KORA portfolio. Major mobile vendors, hyperscale data centers and service providers use KORA to verify interoperability between O-RUs, distributed units (O-DUs) and central units (O-CUs) across the protocol stack, as well as to validate conformance of network elements to the latest O-RAN specifications.
“We are committed to creating an optimal communications environment based on O-RAN, 4G LTE, 5G, IoT, cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI), among other key technologies,Keysight enables us to quickly and confidently deploy advanced technologies that underpin Chunghwa’s digital transformation strategy.”
-Chung-Yung Chia, vice president at Chunghwa Telecom Mobile Business Group.
In 2021, Chunghwa Telecom co-hosted the Taiwan Plugfest part of the third global O-RAN ALLIANCE Plugfest event, which took place in ten countries across Asia, the Unites States and Europe. At the Taiwan Plugfest, Chunghwa Telecom alongside multiple vendors of O-RAN equipment used KORA solutions UeSIM, RuSIM, CoreSIM and Open RAN Studio to verify interoperability, security and end-to-end performance.
About Keysight Technologies
Keysight delivers advanced design and validation solutions that help accelerate innovation to connect and secure the world. Keysight’s dedication to speed and precision extends to software-driven insights and analytics that bring tomorrow’s technology products to market faster across the development lifecycle, in design simulation, prototype validation, automated software testing, manufacturing analysis, and network performance optimization and visibility in enterprise, service provider and cloud environments. Our customers span the worldwide communications and industrial ecosystems, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, semiconductor and general electronics markets. Keysight generated revenues of $4.9B in fiscal year 2021. For more information about Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS), visit us at www.keysight.com.
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