Siemon, a global leader in network infrastructure solutions, has recently announced that it is offering its full range of optical patching solutions to work specifically with NVIDIA AI infrastructure for generative AI networks.
According to Industry sources, large complex GPU clusters can benefit from utilizing structured cabling patch panels versus point-to-point cabling. Siemon acts as a trusted advisor to customers by providing expert advice and best practice recommendations for designing and deploying NVIDIA AI infrastructure.
Industry sources further added that as part of the solution integration, Siemon has joined the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) as a Solution Advisor Consultant. NPN Solution Advisor Consultants provide consultation services and expert advice to customers looking to implement NVIDIA-based solutions or technologies. Siemon joins the network to offer its expertise in addressing the unique infrastructure and cabling challenges presented by accelerated computing.
โSiemon is very familiar with NVIDIA reference architectures and has worked with many customers to design and deploy NVIDIA clusters. Siemon’s unique solutions meet low latency requirements, simplify deployment, and provide post-day 1 installation flexibility. Siemon offers a full range of AI-ready fibre cabling, DAC, and AOC solutions that support 400G, 800G, and 1.6T applications,โ stated Gary Bernstein, Sr. Director of Global Data Center Sales at Siemon.
Industry sources further confirmed that NVIDIA optical reach specifications are calculated assuming two optical patch panels are used in the link and assuming each employs two optical connectors, which makes for a total allowance of four optical connectors in the link. The Siemon optical patching solutions meet NVIDIA requirements and provide customers with flexibility and ease of management.
