Supermicro Unveils Energy-Saving Upgrades for NVIDIA Blackwell Systems
San Jose, Tuesday, 12 August 2025.
Supermicro introduces new liquid-cooled and air-cooled models to its NVIDIA Blackwell portfolio, offering up to 40% power savings and enhanced system flexibility for AI Factory environments.
Liquid Cooling Technology and Its Impact
Supermicro’s latest addition to their NVIDIA Blackwell product range features a 4U Direct Liquid-Cooled (DLC-2) system. This system boasts up to 40% reductions in data center power consumption and ensures enhanced energy efficiency through up to 98% system heat capture, achieved by liquid-cooling various components, including CPUs, GPUs, and power supplies [1][2]. Such advancements are critical in reducing the overall Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and curbing environmental impacts in data-intensive environments [4].
Enhanced Air-Cooled Models for Versatile Applications
In parallel with liquid cooling innovations, Supermicro has also released an 8U air-cooled system as part of its portfolio expansion. This model offers enhanced memory configuration flexibility and cold aisle serviceability, crucial for maintaining optimal performance in varying data center environments [1][3]. Its support for dual-socket Intel Xeon 6700 processors with a capacity of up to 8TB DDR5 memory underscores its robustness in handling diverse AI workloads [5].
Optimized for New AI Workloads
These new systems are meticulously designed to integrate seamlessly with NVIDIA’s upcoming HGX B300 platforms. This adaptation facilitates straightforward front I/O access, simplifies cabling, and improves both thermal efficiency and compute density [2][3]. The focus on reducing operational expenses enhances the appeal of these systems for large-scale AI training and inference tasks [1]. With these innovations, Supermicro is poised to accelerate AI Factory deployments efficiently and sustainably [5].
European Market Relevance and Compliance
Supermicro’s systems align with stringent European market requirements, focusing on thermal management and energy efficiency. The reduced water consumption—up to 40% less—aligns well with Europe’s emphasis on sustainability [2][3]. These systems’ availability and compliance highlight Supermicro’s global manufacturing footprint, with facilities in the Netherlands, catering to European customers’ rigorous standards [5].