In the dynamic realm of Edge AI appliances, security, efficiency, performance, and scalability stand as critical pillars. Intel® Xeon® 6, with the codename Sierra Forest, rises to meet these needs with state-of-the-art technology. As the inaugural processors to harness the new Intel 3 process node, the Xeon® 6 processors offer substantial power and performance enhancements. Optimized for diverse applications, including web and scale-out containerized microservices, networking, content delivery networks, cloud services, and AI workloads, Sierra Forest delivers robust performance consistency and prioritizes power efficiency. It provides reliable performance, superior energy efficiency, and maximized rack and core density for comprehensive workload management.

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Unprecedented Core Density and Performance

The Intel® Xeon® 6 CPUs are distinguished by their two core types: Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores), each tailored to specific workload requirements. The P-cores are designed to deliver 2-3 times the performance for high-performance computing (HPC), AI, and mixed workloads, showcasing unparalleled compute capabilities. On the other hand, the E-cores excel in distributing workloads efficiently, offering a staggering 2.7 times the performance per rack compared to previous generations, such as the 2nd Gen Xeon® CPUs. This capability makes them ideal for tasks where power efficiency is critical.

Power Efficiency and Throughput

Intel® Xeon® 6 processors introduce a new class of Efficient-cores that are specifically designed to handle cloud-scale workloads which demand high throughput. These E-cores offer an exceptional performance per watt, significantly lowering energy costs while improving the performance density within limited data center spaces. Whether it's web hosting, scale-out databases, analytics, or AI, these processors are equipped to handle peak loads with consistent performance.

Advanced Memory and I/O Capabilities

To support the demanding needs of modern workloads, the Xeon® 6 processors come equipped with advanced memory and I/O technologies. With support for up to 12 channels of DDR5 memory, delivering up to 6400 MT/s, and up to 96 PCIe 5.0 lanes, these processors ensure high memory bandwidth and rich I/O capabilities. This combination of features enhances overall system performance and allows for the seamless execution of data-intensive applications.

Advanced Features for Modern Workloads

Intel® Xeon® 6 processors are not just about raw power and efficiency; they also feature built-in accelerators that enhance specific workflows, such as encryption, digital services, and scale-out databases.

Intel® QuickAssist Technology (Intel® QAT):
Accelerates cryptography and data compression, reducing system resource consumption and total cost of ownership.

Intel® Dynamic Load Balancer (Intel® DLB):
Improves system performance related to handling network data on multi-core processors.

Intel® Data Streaming Accelerator (Intel® DSA):
Enhances performance for storage, networking, and data-intensive workloads.

Intel® In-Memory Analytics Accelerator (Intel® IAA):
Optimizes performance for database and analytics workloads.

These accelerators provide significant boosts in performance for encryption, scale-out databases, and digital services, offering up to xx% higher throughput compared to competing solutions.

AI and Analytics: Pushing the Boundaries

As AI and analytics become integral to business operations, the need for efficient and powerful processing capabilities has never been greater. The Intel Xeon 6 processors with E-cores are designed to handle AI inferencing and analytics workloads with ease. They support Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions 2 (Intel® AVX2), which includes VNNI/INT8 and BF16/FP16, enabling fast upconvert operations and accelerating AI tasks. This makes the Xeon® 6 series a robust choice for enterprises integrating AI into their business processes and customer experiences.

Security and Reliability

With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats and the need for regulatory compliance, Intel® Xeon® 6 processors offer robust security features. Intel's industry-leading data security solutions include hardware-based security features, confidential computing, and trust services, ensuring that enterprises can safeguard their critical data while adhering to stringent privacy standards.

Conclusion

Intel Xeon 6 processors offers unparalleled performance, efficiency, and scalability. Suited for everything from web hosting and databases to AI and analytics, these processors excel in diverse environments, enhancing operations by consolidating infrastructure, reducing power use, and leveraging built-in accelerators.

Equipped with dual sockets and Intel® Xeon® 6 processors featuring Efficient-cores, Lanner’s NCA-6250 series offers unparalleled processing capabilities for network computing in enterprise security. Each socket supports up to 144 cores, and the Intel® Xeon® 6 processor with E-cores, specifically the 6780E, delivers performance enhancements up to 5.8x for NGFW and 3.5x better performance per watt compared to the 2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® 6252N in Next Gen Firewall applications. Additionally, the NCA-6250 supports PCIe 5.0 I/O bandwidth, optimizing complex tasks like deep packet inspection, threat detection, and prevention. Designed for Network AI, the NCA-6250 incorporates built-in accelerators such as Intel® QuickAssist Technology and Intel® Software Guard Extensions (Intel® SGX) to meet the evolving demands of modern network security and crypto acceleration.

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