Open Hardware Platforms Will Enable Virtualized 5G Networks
The Radio Access Network (RAN) will be centralised and virtualised into server-based centralised units
(CUs)
and distributed units (DUs), slimming down fixed-function hardware into remote radio units (RRUs).
Intelligent edge servers will support real-time applications with computing and AI inferencing. The 4G
evolved packet core's (EPC) functions will be replaced by 5G core components running as virtualised
network
functions (VNFs) in data centers and the cloud.
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 optimised to leverage virtualisation and containers on open hardware platforms; reducing
dependence on legacy proprietary hardware. Supermicro contributes through proven expertise in optimised
server
hardware and deep virtualisation experience to assist 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 with computing 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.
Supermicro Edge servers: Ready to Support 5G
5G presents unique opportunities for real-time computing in the right places, and Supermicro’s portfolio
of Edge servers supports powerful and efficient processing in a variety of form factors.