5G Networks
5G Networks Will Power Life-Changing Applications
The dramatic improvement in broadband speed and reduction of latency in 5G networks, enhanced by Edge computing,
will change the way we get around, create, work, play, stay healthy, and interact with the world around us.
5G networks are designed to leverage virtualization and containers on open hardware platforms – reducing
dependence on legacy proprietary hardware.Supermicro brings proven expertise in optimized server hardware
and deep virtualization experience to these growing 5G deployments.
The Radio Access Network (RAN) will be centralized and virtualized into server-based Centralized Units (CUs)
and Distributed Units (DUs),slimming down fixed-function hardware into Remote Radio Units (RRUs).
Intelligent Edge servers will support real-time applications withcomputing and AI inferencing. And 4G
Evolved Packet Core (EPC) functions will be replaced by 5G Core components running as virtualized
network functions (VNFs) in data centers and the cloud.
Data Centers and the Cloud
- Disaggregated servers based on Resource-Saving Architecture support data centers in the cloud and the virtualized 5G Core
- Multi-node Twin architecture and high-density Blade systems for reduced TCO and PUE
- Deep experience with virtualization and container solutions
- Highest-performing GPU servers for data center machine learning/AI training
Virtualized RAN and the Edge
- High-performance servers – supporing up to 2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors – can be configured with FPGA accelerators for virtual RAN (vRAN), including O-RAN
- Edge AI inferencing with GPU card options improves local decision-making for time-critical applications
- Telecom-standard features including NEBS compliance, AC/DC power, and short-depth servers for central offices and micro data centers, plus IP65 ruggedized enclosures for outdoor installations
Customer Premises and IoT
- Compact Edge servers and gateways to manage IoT device deployments from the Cloud
- Easily reconfigurable networking options to support virtually any installation
- Wide range of VNFs for SD-WAN, uCPE and other solutions supported with software partners

Key Features
- Complete server platform in IP65 enclosure for extreme environments
- Intel® Xeon® D or 2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors
- Three PCI-E expansion slots for GPU or FPGA accelerator cards
- Supports virtualization and containers
- Compact and pole-mountable
Specifications
- Ruggedized for outdoor telecom use: IP65, GR-487-CORE, and GR-3108-CORE compliant
- Operating temp: -40°C to +50°C (depending on configuration)
- Heater and high-efficiency heat exchanger
- Redundant power supply, fans and sensors
- Lockable buckles and intrusion detection
