• ASUS two-socket servers based on 64-bit, 48-core ThunderX ARMv8 processors from Cavium
• Delivering reliable server experience with optimized power efficiency for data center and high-performance computing (HPC)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (28th May, 2015) — ASUS today announced new servers and server boards based on Cavium’s (NASDAQ: CAVM) ThunderX™ 64-bit, 48-core ARM® platform and designed to deliver extreme efficiency, expandability and enhanced-usability design for premium performance in data centers, high-performance computing and enterprise, as well as small and medium business (SMB) environments.

The new ThunderX-based ASUS servers and server boards outperform the regular two-socket server applications in cloud workloads and HPC benchmarks. The ASUS ARM platforms feature premium components for premium efficiency while the system runs at its full-throttle performance.
Commenting on the partnership with Cavium, General Manager of ASUS Server Business Unit, Robert Chin, said: “ASUS has a long, trusted and proud standing in the server field. We’re honored to partner with Cavium to offer our customers optimized ThunderX ARM systems that deliver unparalleled performance and utmost energy efficiency.”

Gopal Hegde, Vice President and General Manager of Cavium’s Datacenter Processor Group remarked: “With two-socket capability, great power efficiency, and built-in hardware acceleration, customer demand for our high-performance ThunderX ARM processors continues to grow. We are delighted to be working with ASUS, and we look forward to supporting this industry leader on a number of innovative new server designs.”

Ultra-efficient performance and maximum applications combined
Optimized layout, unobstructed airflow, maximum cooling and flexible fan controls