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Nvidia's Spectrum-XGS Ethernet Unveiled: Enables Global AI Supercomputers

Nvidia's new technology breaks down barriers between data centers. Early tests show it doubles AI training speed and ensures predictable performance.

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Nvidia's Spectrum-XGS Ethernet Unveiled: Enables Global AI Supercomputers

Nvidia has unveiled Spectrum-XGS Ethernet, a groundbreaking technology that allows data centers, no matter how far apart, to function as a single, colossal AI supercomputer. Dubbed the 'third pillar' of AI computing, it complements 'scale-up' and 'scale-out' capabilities with 'scale-across'. Spectrum-XGS Ethernet builds upon Nvidia's existing Spectrum-X infrastructure, enhancing it with real-time data analysis algorithms. These smart adjustments boost performance, making the system more responsive and efficient. The technology is already integrated into Spectrum-X switches, ConnectX-8 SuperNICs, and systems powered by Blackwell GPUs. Early adopters include CoreWeave, a leading hyperscale infrastructure provider. Spectrum-XGS Ethernet has been proven to double the performance of Nvidia's Collective Communications Library, resulting in faster training times and more predictable performance. The technology accelerates GPU-to-GPU communication across multiple servers and data centers, breaking down traditional barriers and enabling unprecedented collaboration. Nvidia's Spectrum-XGS Ethernet is set to revolutionize AI computing by enabling global networking of data centers. With real-time performance adjustments and accelerated GPU-to-GPU communication, it promises faster training times and more predictable performance. As early adopters like CoreWeave embrace the technology, we can expect to see more data centers functioning as one cohesive unit, driving AI innovation forward.

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