Seagate Unveils Exos 4U100: A Storage Solution for Demanding AI and ML Workflows
Seagate has introduced its new Exos 4U100 and 4U74 JBOD systems, designed to handle the increasing data demands of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The flagship Exos 4U100 enclosure delivers a maximum capacity of 3.2 petabytes, combining density and performance aimed at both data centers and edge environments. This innovative solution is engineered to support high-volume data throughput while reducing power consumption, making it an ideal choice for organizations dealing with massive amounts of data.
The Exos 4U100’s core technology is Seagate’s Mozaic HAMR (Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording), which enables high-density storage and long-term durability. This technology is crucial for AI-driven workflows that require rapid updates and local analysis. According to Seagate, the Exos 4U100 achieves 70% more efficient cooling and consumes 30% less power than the previous generation, with flexibility for both SAS and SATA configurations.
Innovation Built for the Edge
Seagate’s HAMR technology is capable of keeping pace with the scale and speed required in AI-driven workflows. The company presents the Exos 4U100 as a solution for environments where data is generated and processed outside central cloud systems. This system targets AI workloads that depend on rapid updates and local analysis and supports model checkpointing, long-term data retention, and continuous ingestion.
The Exos 4U100 is designed to meet the evolving demands of data creation, storage, replication, and analysis at the edge. As Melyssa Banda, SVP Edge Storage and Services at Seagate, stated, “The Seagate Exos 4U100 JBOD marks the beginning of a bold new chapter in edge storage innovation—engineered to meet the evolving demands of data creation, storage, replication and analysis at the edge.”
Security and Efficiency
While the Exos 4U100 offers unmatched capacity for long-term storage at a lower cost, the challenge lies in maintaining efficiency and security across diverse storage layers. Seagate includes secure boot, Redfish management, and its proprietary Seagate Secure certification to protect against unauthorized access. These safeguards are essential as data sovereignty regulations and privacy expectations evolve.
For AI workflows, where data is constantly generated, trained, and archived, hybrid approaches that combine the benefits of HDD-based systems like the Exos 4U100 with SSDs and flash drives are becoming critical. As the demand for storage solutions that can handle massive amounts of data continues to grow, Seagate’s Exos 4U100 represents a significant step forward in edge storage innovation.
Learn more about Seagate’s new storage solution and its capabilities for the age of AI, including up to 3.2 petabytes in a single enclosure, Here
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