NVIDIA Unveils New At-Home Supercomputer for Developers
Introducing the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit
NVIDIA has introduced a new at-home supercomputer, the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit, designed for developers and hobbyists to train and refine generative AI tools, agents, and robots. This powerful platform offers enhanced computing power and cutting-edge features.
What Can the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit Do?
- Packages a Jetson Orin Nano 8GB system-on-module (SoM) and a reference carrier board.
- Comprises an NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU with tensor cores and a 6-core Arm CPU.
- Performs at 67 INT8 TOPS (total operations per second), a 70% performance increase over the previous version.
- Includes 102GB/s of memory bandwidth, a 50% increase over the previous generation.
- Runs at just 25 watts of power.
- Can support up to four cameras for computer vision applications.
- Comes at a lower price ($249) than the previous kit ($499).
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang emphasized that the new kit “runs everything that the HGX does,” including large language models, in a video introducing the kit.
Jetson Orin NX and Nano Get the Same Software Boost
Developers who already have the previous-generation Jetson Orin NX and Orin Nano series of systems on modules can access a software upgrade today that brings 1.7x generative AI performance.
The NVIDIA Jetson ecosystem, which offers software and developer tools for the Jetson family of embedded computing boards, is compatible with the new developer kit.
NVIDIA’s Vision for AI-Powered Robots
Huang emphasized that NVIDIA intends developers to experiment with physical robots powered by generative AI. The company’s vision is to enable developers to create robots that can learn and adapt, making them more efficient and effective.
Monopoly Investigation Update
As a side note, the Chinese government recently investigated NVIDIA for potential monopoly conditions surrounding its acquisition of interconnect provider Mellanox.
Conclusion
The NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit is an exciting addition to the company’s portfolio, offering developers and hobbyists a powerful platform to explore the potential of generative AI. With its enhanced computing power and cutting-edge features, this kit is poised to revolutionize the field of AI development.
FAQs
Q: What is the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit?
A: The Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit is a new at-home supercomputer designed for developers and hobbyists to train and refine generative AI tools, agents, and robots.
Q: What are the key features of the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit?
A: The kit includes a Jetson Orin Nano 8GB system-on-module (SoM) and a reference carrier board, with an NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU, a 6-core Arm CPU, and 102GB/s of memory bandwidth.
Q: How much does the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit cost?
A: The kit is priced at $249, a significant reduction from the previous version’s price of $499.
Q: Can I upgrade my existing Jetson Orin NX or Nano system to get the same software boost?
A: Yes, developers with the previous-generation Jetson Orin NX and Orin Nano series of systems on modules can access a software upgrade today that brings 1.7x generative AI performance.
