Nokia and Lenovo modernise AI data centre networking

Nokia is partnering with Lenovo to modernise data centre networking for AI and machine learning workloads.

The collaboration will merge Lenovo’s ThinkSystem AI-ready servers and storage capabilities with Nokia’s data centre network solution, including its recently launched Event-Driven Automation (EDA) platform. This integration targets enterprises, telcos, and cloud service providers seeking robust infrastructure for compute-intensive operations.

At the heart of this partnership lies the growing demand for AI model training and inference capabilities. The alliance addresses the critical need for high-speed, secure interconnectivity between data centres and edge locations, where AI clusters require seamless networking both internally and across distributed sites.

The joint solution introduces a validated blueprint architecture that promises enhanced observability and programmability—essential features for adapting to dynamic workload requirements. Both companies have emphasised the security aspects of their offering, incorporating real-time threat detection and prevention mechanisms to combat increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.

Sustainability plays a crucial role in the partnership’s value proposition. The solution leverages energy-efficient designs to reduce power consumption and operational costs, addressing one of the most pressing concerns in modern data centre operations.

Charles Ferland, VP of Edge and CSPs at Lenovo, said: “Lenovo has a longstanding commitment to deliver the most reliable and sustainable AI infrastructure. Our partnership with Nokia to bundle AI solutions is a natural alignment.

“Together, we provide a robust platform that meets the needs of telecommunications and enterprise sectors, enabling them to deploy AI clouds and manage their data efficiently.”

The partnership also introduces Lenovo’s Neptune liquid cooling technology alongside Nokia’s automated data fabric, creating what the companies claim to be a cutting-edge sustainable infrastructure solution.

Vach Kompella, SVP and GM of IP Networks business at Nokia, commented: “Our partnership with Lenovo exemplifies Nokia’s commitment to innovation and excellence in data centre solutions.

“By combining Nokia’s Data Center Fabric and Event Driven Automation with Lenovo’s ThinkSystem AI portfolio, we deliver a high performance, scalable data centre networking solution designed to efficiently manage and automate AI/ML workloads.”

The collaboration comes at a crucial time when organisations worldwide are grappling with the infrastructure demands of AI implementation. Nokia and Lenovo aim to capitalise on the growing market for AI-ready data centre solutions.

(Photo by Jordan Harrison)

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