Lenovo is introducing an AI inferencing server in a design 85 percent smaller than traditional servers. Despite its compactness, it does not sacrifice performance, which would make the server usable for bringing powerful AI applications to SMEs.
The ThinkEdge SE100 is part of Lenovo’s strategy to make AI technology more widely available. Like the previously introduced ThinkCentre neo Ultra for SMEs, this new server focuses on democratizing AI technology. The system operates on the principles of edge computing, where data is processed locally rather than in the cloud. Lenovo expects data to grow that market strongly in the coming years, which is why it has thickened its Edge AI portfolio considerably.
Compact but powerful
The ThinkEdge SE100 should make AI applications accessible and affordable, but the solution is easily adaptable to the needs of large enterprises. “The compact and cost-effective design is easy to adapt to diverse business needs across different industries. This specially designed system effortlessly adapts to any environment and can be easily scaled from a basic configuration to a GPU-optimized system, providing businesses with an accessible and affordable way to deploy inferencing at the edge,” clarified Scott Tease, VP of Product at Lenovo Infrastructure Solutions Group.
The system is suitable for mounting in a variety of locations, from desktop to ceiling. As a result, the server can come in handy in retail for self-service checkout controls or in factories for quality control. In healthcare, the server can automate processes, process laboratory data, and improve back-office efficiency. Energy companies can deploy the SE100 at gas stations and refineries for energy management and smart meters.
Focus on accessibility
The server features six or eight powerful cores and consumes less than 140W, helping to lower operating costs. Finally, Lenovo’s Open Cloud Automation (LOC-A) should ensure easy installation by eliminating traditional deployment issues. According to the company, the costs associated with installation fall 47 percent, while users save up to 60 percent in resources and time.
Also read: Lenovo ThinkCentre neo Ultra is a mini-PC that brings AI to SMBs – Techzine Global