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Data Center Server & Storage Solutions

The exponential growth of smart everything has created the need for data centers that employ innovative server and storage technology. From smart homes to the factory of the future, data is vital to almost all aspects of modern life. Data centers form the backbone of the internet that collects, processes and stores information. To meet ever increasing demand, the modern data center must offer powerful connectivity, reliability and performance with optimal signal integrity and efficiency.

Overview


Data is the raw material of the future. Technologies that collect, process and store data are at the heart of the data centers that proliferate around the world.  

Data is processed and stored in servers found almost anywhere around the world. Applications for this new generation of hardware require advanced equipment in locations and environments not previously experienced. With the proliferation of the Internet of Things along with its industrial equivalent Industry 4.0, machines are being equipped to share information at high speeds. These machines may be in close proximity, such as in the latest smart factory, or dispersed over the great distances found in the transportation and agricultural sectors. Servers must deliver the speed and data rates needed to ensure the greatest reliability and lowest latency regardless of location around the world.

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"Every data center is structured differently. Modern system architects are demanding suppliers who can provide flexible solutions for their latest applications."
Bill Wilson
New Product Development Manager
Molex

This creates the need for highly flexible solutions. Engineers are keen to benefit from the improved performance of the latest data networks, and they need to be confident that their equipment can keep pace with their demands. The latest server and storage solutions will need to offer flexibility and scalability to support higher performance at the speed of innovation. 

Molex helps solve the most complex data center challenges by collaborating early in the design process, delivering unparalleled engineering expertise, and providing industry-leading high speed interconnect solutions. 

 

By the Numbers

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75 Billion

Connected Devices by 2025

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27 Zettabytes

Global Data by 2025

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112 Gbps

Current Data Rate


Enabling Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

New AI and ML applications are placing enormous demands on data centers and network infrastructure, requiring more compute, power, space and speed. Molex engineering is focused on the next wave of hardware technology, boosting speeds and lowering latencies while improving signal integrity, thermal management and spatial efficiency.

Server Compute PCIe

The Continuing Evolution of PCIe

Emerging high-performance applications from AI to AR are placing unprecedented demands on data center technologies. To keep up, system architects need high-speed, low-latency and highly scalable solutions. Explore how PCIe has evolved over the generations and how Molex has been at the forefront of PCIe Gen 5, 6 and even 7. 

Server Compute PCIe

Achieving Next Generation Data Centers with 224G Solutions

We’re at the edge of an AI revolution. To stay ahead, we’ll need a new infrastructure. Learn how Molex’s industry-leading comprehensive portfolio of 224 Gbps-PAM4 products and custom architecture designs are enabling a new type of data center built for generative AI and beyond.

Modern Data Center

Equipping Hyperscale Data Centers

Hyperscale data centers are the backbone of many of society’s most prevalent technologies. From streaming to the internet of things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI), hyperscalers enable high-bandwidth, high-speed applications. Learn how Molex is empowering system architects with engineering expertise, co-development and interconnect solutions to scale up and scale out these expansive facilities.

hyperscale data center

Flexibility and Scalability in 224 Gbps PAM-4 Systems

Generative AI and machine learning are pushing the limits of today’s system architectures. Now, data centers are challenged to scale-up system fabrics to support data transmission rates of 224 Gbps-PAM4. Learn how Inception, CX2-DS and Mirror Mezz Enhanced provide the flexibility and scalability needed for the bandwidth-intensive applications of tomorrow.

The Open Compute Project

The Open Compute Project is a collaborative community that is creating open standards for Server and Storage equipment. Molex is an active participant in the OCP community, providing innovative interconnect solutions enabling the future of computing infrastructure.

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WHITE PAPER

High-Speed Connector Dynamics: Balancing EMI Shielding and Thermal Cooling Optimization

Data center I/O is experiencing significant fundamental changes. The rise of disaggregation has led to an increased need for intra- and inter-rack communication. When combined with booming data rate requirements, designers face new challenges in balancing thermal management and electromagnetic interference (EMI). Learn how to overcome these challenges and avoid unnecessary performance loss.

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Podcast Series

Server and Storage Trends

To design connectors and cables for server and storage applications, it is essential to understand the latest trends. Join us as we discuss the architecture of future data centers.

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Additional Resources


Webinar

Copper Interconnects in the Age of 224G

Copper interconnects continue to drive performance and reliability in server storage solutions, even as we push into the 224Gbps frontier. Learn more about the latest design and signal integrity improvements in high-speed connector design enabling the leap to 224G.

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Capabilities and Solutions

Inside the Open Compute Project

Step into the collaborative hub of the Open Compute Project (OCP), where the brightest minds in tech unite to revolutionize data center design for greater scalability. Find out how Molex joined the power of collective innovation in reshaping the server and storage landscape.

Capabilities and Solutions

Building Blocks of High-Performance Computing

Before data centers can upgrade to next-generation data transfer rates, they must first address design issues related to thermal management, scalability and reliable, high-speed connectivity throughout their infrastructure. See how Molex innovations support the implementation of advanced modular architectures to help address these design challenges.

Capabilities and Solutions

Data Center Solutions

Integrating robust power delivery and high-speed data access within increasingly compact server environments is challenging the Data Center industry. With Molex's advanced portfolio, including next-gen PCIe solutions, we provide the technology that ensures your server storage infrastructure can efficiently scale and maintain peak performance. 

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Blog

Processing Data in New Environments

With the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) and widespread 5G adoption enabling a new breadth of applications, data is being processed across diverse geographies, often closest to the point of need. Molex provides highly flexible, innovative solutions to meet the unique challenges of high speed connectivity. Molex is helping to provide solutions for the future of high-speed data.

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BLOG

Are You Ready for an AEC Cable Solution?

AECs offer high-speed, long reach cabling for data centers without the need for equipment replacement. Find out if they’re the right solution for you.

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BLOG

The Future of Cable Infrastructure: How Performance Requirements Shape Data Center Architecture

Data center speed requirements have experienced an unprecedented evolution. With demands for 56 Gbps, 112 Gbps, 224 Gps and beyond, consumer and brand expectations for faster, more efficient online experiences have accelerated data center transformation.

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Blog

Data Center Challenges

Companies need to be flexible to cater for rapidly changing demands. Molex delivers a portfolio of active, passive and optical solutions for the modern data center.

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VIDEO

NearStack PCIe Connectors and Cable Assemblies

Molex NearStack PCIe connectors and cable assemblies address the market need for Gen 5 PCIe solutions supporting data rates of 32 Gbps NRZ and beyond.

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Mirror Mezzanine Connectors

Mirror-Mezz-Connectors

NearStack Connector System

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SEARAY / SEARAY Slim Connectors

SEARAY-Connectors

QSFP Connector System

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Direct Attach Cable (DAC) Assemblies

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Active Electrical Cables (AEC)

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BiPass I/O Connector System

Data Center Thank You

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