AMD brings 5nm x86 to the edge
AMD has launched a family of x86 processor for edge designs using a 5nm process technology.
Although pitched at embedded designs with the launch at Embedded World (EW2023) this week in Germany, the AMD EPYC Embedded 9004 Series processors have a thermal design power from 200W to 400W. They use the 4th generation EPYC Zen 4 architecture and are aimed at embedded networking, security/firewall and storage systems in cloud and enterprise computing as well as industrial edge servers for the factory floor.
The lead customers for the chips are Siemens and Advantech for firewalls and software-defined routers, as well as enterprise and cloud storage systems.
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There are 10 processor models with performance options ranging from 16 to 96 cores and include security features to help minimize threats and maintain a secure compute environment from power-on to run time, making them well suited for applications with enterprise-class performance and security needs.
“Supporting enterprise-grade reliability, AMD EPYC Embedded 9004 Series processors are targeted for heavy workload, ‘always-on’ embedded systems requiring exceptional compute performance and I/O agility in a power-optimized profile,” said Rajneesh Gaur, corporate vice president and general manager, Embedded Solutions Group, AMD. “With the launch of the EPYC Embedded 9004 Series processors, we’re bringing the power of data centre-level computing to embedded networking, security, storage and industrial applications.”
The 9004 includes server capabilities including Non-Transparent Bridging (NTB) which helps enhance system reliability by enabling data exchange between two redundant CPUs and hybrid Non-Volatile Dual In-Line Memory Module (NVDIMM) that helps retain data after a system power failure or reset by saving DRAM contents to Flash while Dual Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) enables two off-chip ROMs to be supported for secure boot.
There will be availability up to seven years to address embedded requirements for long life and support.
Siemens’ new SIMATIC IPC RS-828A server is powered by the EPYC Embedded 9004 Series processors. The system is designed for hyper-convergent infrastructures serving a wide range of applications, including automotive manufacturing, 5G base stations and IoT public clouds. The server can also be useful for applications involving AI or heavy computation, such as visual tracking in a retail environment.
“Siemens selected the AMD EPYC Embedded 9004 Series devices for our new high-performance, data centre-class server because the processors reliably deliver performance and power efficiency while being able to operate seamlessly in extreme temperatures, as well as in settings with vibration or electromagnetic interference,” said Thibault de Assi, head of business line industrial computing, Siemens. “With AMD leadership in the data center, we have been able to leverage its exceptional expertise for our industrial-grade products, where performance and efficiency are paramount. The new processors will open new opportunities for the industrial market.”
Advantech’s ASMB-831 server board, with HPC-7420 4U Rackmount, features five PCIe Gen5 x16 and two PCIe Gen5 x8 slots for four double-deck cards with DDR5 4800 MHz RDIMM and up to 384GB (6 DIMMS). The ASMB-831 server board is designed to enable image analysis in various use cases, including industrial machine vision, AOI and facial recognition for smart city applications, and security surveillance.
AMD EPYC Embedded 9004 Series Processor Overview
|
OPN |
Model |
Cores |
Nominal TDP (W) |
cTDP (W) |
Base Freq (GHz) |
Max Freq (GHz) |
|
100-000000921 |
9654 |
96 |
360 |
320-400 |
2.4 |
3.7 |
|
100-000000912 |
9554 |
64 |
360 |
320-400 |
3.1 |
3.75 |
|
100-000000913 |
9454 |
48 |
290 |
240-300 |
2.75 |
3.8 |
|
100-000000914 |
9354 |
32 |
280 |
240-300 |
3.25 |
3.8 |
|
100-000000915 |
9254 |
24 |
200 |
200-240 |
2.9 |
4.15 |
|
100-000000916 |
9124 |
16 |
200 |
200-240 |
3.0 |
3.7 |
|
100-000000917 |
9654P |
96 |
360 |
320-400 |
2.4 |
3.7 |
|
100-000000918 |
9554P |
64 |
360 |
320-400 |
3.1 |
3.75 |
|
100-000000919 |
9454P |
48 |
290 |
240-300 |
2.75 |
3.8 |
|
100-000000920 |
9354P |
32 |
280 |
240-300 |
3.25 |
3.8 |
The AMD EPYC Embedded 9004 Series processors are sampling now with production shipments expected in April 2023. To accelerate development, evaluation kits featuring a reference board, comprehensive documentation and development tool kits are available now.
