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Hitachi Vantara pushes new Hitachi iQ platform powered by NVIDIA HGX

Hitachi Vantara pushes new Hitachi iQ platform powered by NVIDIA HGX

Hitachi Vantara has officially introduced the Hitachi iQ end-to-end solution for fast, scalable, and resilient infrastructure designed to support modern AI systems.

Despite 97% of organizations identifying GenAI as a top-five priority, ESG Research indicates that only 37% believe their infrastructure and data ecosystem is adequately prepared to implement GenAI solutions. Furthermore, 77% of respondents highlighted data quality issues as a critical barrier to adopting GenAI processes.

The new Hitachi iQ offering addresses these challenges head-on, prioritizing AI performance and reliability by saturating GPUs with data to achieve faster insights. Key features include:

  • Hitachi iQ with NVIDIA HGX: Combines storage, networking, servers, NVIDIA H100 and H200 Tensor Core GPUs, and the NVIDIA AI Enterprise cloud-native software platform to enable the development and deployment of generative AI applications.
  • Enhanced data processing: Distributed file systems improve pattern recognition, while access to diverse datasets enhances model learning across varied scenarios.
  • Optimized data handling: NVIDIA HGX employs a zero-copy architecture to reduce data duplication and transfer times, improving AI economics and sustainability.
  • Upgraded hardware: The Hitachi Content Software for File platform features PCIe Generation 5, the latest AMD EPYC processors, and high-performance NVIDIA ConnectX®-7 400Gb/s InfiniBand or Ethernet NICs. E3.S NVMe drives further enhanced performance, benefiting HPC and AI workloads.
  • High-density object storage: Integrates with Hitachi Content Software for File to scale computing and storage independently, accommodating diverse data types, sizes, and workloads.

“Our customers demand cutting-edge solutions to meet AI’s evolving needs, and Hitachi iQ with NVIDIA HGX exemplifies our leadership in AI innovation,” said Jason Hardy, CTO for artificial intelligence at Hitachi Vantara. “As one of the few providers offering a complete end-to-end AI infrastructure solution, we combine advanced technology with deep industry expertise to deliver a seamless, one-stop experience.”

“Integrating NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform with Hitachi Vantara’s industrial expertise addresses the growing need for enterprise-grade AI infrastructure,” said Shar Narasimhan, director of data center GPUs and AI at NVIDIA. “This collaboration enables faster training, fine-tuning, and inferencing of AI workloads.”

Allen Lee, managing director of Genesis Networks Pte Ltd., highlighted the solution’s ROI-driven design: “In education, AI must demonstrate clear ROI. Hitachi iQ’s industry-specific optimizations and proven expertise make it a trusted partner for delivering results.”

Hitachi iQ offers cost-efficient, tailored solutions for various industries and applications, including large language models, inferencing, model training, analytics, digital twins, and image processing.

Evolution of the Hitachi iQ Portfolio

Building on its IT/OT domain expertise in industries like rail, energy, and manufacturing, Hitachi Vantara has established itself as a leader in integrating IT infrastructure with business applications. The Hitachi iQ portfolio, launched in July 2024, includes a suite of AI-ready infrastructure, solutions, and services available through multiple consumption models. This approach enhances on-premises performance while improving ROI.

The portfolio also introduced an AI Discovery Service to help customers identify valuable AI use cases, assess data readiness, estimate ROI, and develop a strategic roadmap for AI implementation.