Press Release March 29, 2010
ZT Systems Launches AMD Opteron™ 6100 Series Processor-Based Servers for Precision-Fit Solutions to Unique Data Center Customer Requirements
Secaucus, NJ — March 29, 2010 — ZT Systems, a leading provider of customized, cost-effective server solutions for large-scale data centers, today announced new server solutions featuring the powerful AMD Opteron™ 6100 Series processor, previously codenamed “Magny-Cours.”
The 1U ZT Systems1241Ra and 2U 2210Ra servers based on this new technology provide advanced scalability and performance, with up to 24 cores in a 2P platform and approximately twice the memory bandwidth of ZT’s previous generation AMD Opteron processor-powered 2P servers. ZT’s custom platform engineering, integration and delivery capabilities combine with this new technology to enable precision-fit solutions to the unique technical and business requirements of individual data centers, from the small and medium enterprise to large-scale cloud computing providers.
“ZT is pleased work with AMD in supporting customers with this new platform,” said Bob Weisickle, ZT Systems Chief Technical Officer. “With the potential to achieve 4P performance at 2P economics, the AMD Opteron 6000 Series platform is a great complement to ZT’s expertise in engineering cost-effective solutions designed for the requirements of individual data centers. The promise of full-featured performance in a high efficiency solution is compelling for our cloud computing customers, who need to get the most out of every watt in high density server installations.”
“ZT Systems servers featuring the AMD Opteron 6100 Series processor provide greater throughput, exceptional value and readiness to scale than previous generations,” said Patrick Patla, vice president and general manager, Server and Embedded Divisions, AMD (NYSE: AMD). “With ZT rapidly bringing customized solutions featuring this new technology to market, we look forward to together enabling data center customers to help reach new levels of performance and energy efficiency.”
ZT Systems’ customized hardware featuring groundbreaking new technology is complemented by specialized programs designed exclusively for data center clients — with individualized service and support offerings, and custom, streamlined logistics solutions. Data center customers can work with experienced, highly knowledgeable engineering staff to develop unique solutions to meet their technical priorities. ZT’s customized products and programs offer an array of advantages to deliver true business value to data center operations, finance, and engineering stakeholders within the enterprise.