Arrcus has partnered with Actapio to deliver networking infrastructure aimed at supporting AI clusters leveraging Nvidia GPUs. This collaboration utilizes Arrcus' ACE-AI solution and UfiSpace switches, with a focus on optimizing performance and efficiency in the training of large language models.
Actapio, a subsidiary of LY Corporation, will use this advanced network solution to enhance user experiences for millions of its customers. The ACE-AI solution integrates seamlessly with UfiSpace's open networking hardware, built on Broadcom's Tomahawk 5 silicon, to address the demands of modern AI workloads.
Arrcus Chairman and CEO Shekar Ayyar noted the deployment exemplifies the company's capabilities in addressing complex networking needs for AI applications. Actapio's transition from traditional Hadoop-based server applications to Nvidia GPU servers requires a robust infrastructure that the ACE-AI solution provides, able to handle high data processing and connectivity challenges.
Key features of the ACE-AI solution include:
- Built on Broadcom’s Tomahawk 5 silicon for effective Ethernet handling and performance monitoring.
- High throughput capabilities with support for configurations up to 512 x 400G ports.
- An open networking stack that supports vendor compatibility and operational cost reductions.
- Efficient architecture that minimizes operational costs while maintaining high performance levels.
Actapio CEO Norifumi Matsuya emphasized the importance of delivering quality user experiences and highlighted how the partnership is instrumental in supporting the company's AI workload demands.
This collaboration marks a notable advancement for Actapio's infrastructure in AI technology, driving improvements in efficiency and scalability.