Hewlett Packard Enterprise launched an AMD-powered system designed for complex AI model training. The HPE ProLiant Compute XD685 leverages 5th Gen AMD EPYC processors and AMD Instinct MI325X accelerators.
AMD launched its latest CPUs and GPUs at its AI event. A bevy of systems makers appeared on stage with AMD CEO Lisa Su.
HPE, which also had its own AI day with a focus on cooling and scaling generative AI, said its HPE ProLiant Compute XD685 is optimized for AI clusters for large language model training, natural language processing and multi-modal training. The system is available to order today and generally available in the first quarter of 2025.
The system highlights HPE's broader AI strategy, which revolves around targeting model makers and scale deployments with governments and enterprises and a focus on liquid cooling innovation and cluster management.
HPE said its AI market opportunity is $171 billion and that it can gain with liquid-cooled servers, Ethernet network systems, support and air-cooled servers and storage.
According to HPE, HPE ProLiant Compute XD685 supports eight AMD Instinct MI325X accelerators and two AMD EPYC CPUs. It also offers both air and direct liquid cooling options. HPE is leveraging its Cray high performance computing knowhow as it expands into the AI market.
Trish Damkroger, senior vice president and general manager, HPC & AI Infrastructure Solutions at HPE, said its latest AMD system is designed to apply to multiple use cases and industries.
Key points about the HPE ProLiant Compute XD685:
- The system has a modular 5U chassis that can accommodate a range of GPUs, CPUs, software, components and cooling.
- HPE ProLiant Compute XD685 has AMD's CDNA 3 architecture along with MI325X accelerators.
- The system has a compact 8-nodes-per-rack arrangement to maximize rack density for 8-way GPU systems.
- HPE Performance Cluster Management is included with automated setup.
At an investor event, HPE outlined its AI stack including its private cloud offering with Nvidia as well as GreenLake and architectures that scale well with energy efficiency.
HPE outlined how it will lean into its cooling innovation throughout its portfolio. This new AMD AI system is the first installment in how HPE will leverage cooling options to move gear.
- HPE posts Q3 revenue growth on AI systems
- HPE acquires Morpheus Data to round out HPE GreenLake features
In addition, it's likely that HPE may offer a similar Private Cloud AI offering powered by AMD. Dell Technologies has already announced an AMD AI factory stack.
