Hitachi Vantara has introduced the new Hitachi iQ integrated with NVIDIA HGX for fast, scalable, and resilient infrastructure designed to meet the demands of modern AI systems and caters to industries and uses cases such as large language models, inferencing, model training, analytics, digital twins, and image processing, providing cost-efficient and tailored solutions.
While most organizations recognize the importance of generative AI (GenAI), a significant number face challenges with their current infrastructure and data readiness. Many report data quality issues as a primary barrier to adopting GenAI processes effectively, highlighting the need for robust solutions like Hitachi iQ.
The latest Hitachi iQ offering is engineered to address these challenges with a focus on maximizing AI performance and reliability. By optimizing how data flows to GPUs, it ensures faster insights and improved efficiency. The key components of this solution include:
- Integrated AI infrastructure: Combining storage, networking, and servers with NVIDIA H100 and H200 Tensor Core GPUs, as well as the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform, it provides a seamless environment for developing and deploying generative AI applications.
- Enhanced data processing: Advanced distributed file systems support better pattern recognition and allow AI models to learn from diverse scenarios, broadening their capabilities.
- Optimized data handling: Using a zero-copy architecture, it minimizes redundant data transfers, reducing inefficiencies and improving sustainability.
- Next-generation hardware: Equipped with PCIe Generation 5 technology, AMD EPYC processors, and high-performance networking options like NVIDIA ConnectX®-7, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding HPC and AI workloads.
- Scalable storage options: High-density object storage, integrated with Hitachi Content Software for File, provides flexibility to scale compute and storage independently, adapting to various data sizes, types, and workloads.
With its longstanding expertise in IT and operational technologies, Hitachi Vantara brings a deep understanding of industries like rail, energy, and manufacturing to its solutions. The Hitachi iQ portfolio, launched in mid-2024, extends this expertise with AI-ready infrastructure and services designed to enhance on-premises performance while ensuring better ROI. Flexible consumption models allow customers to adopt the infrastructure that fits their needs.
Additionally, the portfolio includes the AI Discovery Service, aimed at helping organizations identify valuable AI opportunities, evaluate their data readiness, estimate ROI, and develop a clear roadmap for successful AI adoption. This makes Hitachi iQ an ideal choice for businesses looking to leverage AI efficiently and effectively.
