Wednesday, January 8th 2025

EK Unveils New Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone in Collaboration With SilverStone

EK, the leader in liquid cooling solutions, is proud to announce the EK Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone, a revolutionary liquid-cooling rack-mount workstation solution developed in collaboration with SilverStone Technology Co., Ltd.. This marks a pivotal expansion of EK's Enterprise product line, designed to meet the growing demand for compact, scalable, and high-performance computing setups for professional and enthusiast applications alike.

Revolutionizing High-Performance Computing
The EK Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone is a compact 4U rack-mount workstation engineered to support up to 8 liquid-cooled GPUs, including the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, doubling the capacity of traditional air-cooled solutions. Leveraging advanced liquid cooling designed by EK, the system ensures superior thermal performance, enabling sustained peak performance and efficiency across demanding workloads such as AI, machine learning, 3D rendering, and scientific simulations.
Key Features and Benefits
  • Up to 8 GPUs in 4U - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Ready: Accommodates full-height, full-width GPUs, including next-gen NVIDIA cards, offering unprecedented compute density.
  • Advanced Liquid Cooling: Proprietary EK cooling technology ensures optimized airflow, enhanced thermal management, and prolonged GPU lifespan.
  • Redundant Power Supply: Failsafe design guarantees uninterrupted operation under heavy loads.
  • Future-Proof and Expandable: Supports dual- and single-socket motherboards and the latest CPUs from Intel, AMD, and Ampere.
  • Sustainable Design: Compact form factor and efficient cooling reduce environmental impact.
  • Quick Maintenance: Dripless quick-disconnects and modular components simplify servicing and minimize downtime.
Purpose-Built for Demanding Applications
The SilverStone Barebone is tailored for industries where performance is paramount:
  • AI and Machine Learning: From algorithm training to real-time inference.
  • 3D Rendering: Ideal for complex visualizations and animations.
  • Scientific Simulations: Handles intensive compute workloads with ease.
  • Cybersecurity: Designed for secure, high-performance lab operations.
  • Photogrammetry: Creates precise 3D models and digital twins.
A Strategic Partnership
The EK Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone represents the culmination of EK's expertise in liquid cooling and SilverStone's legacy in high-performance chassis design. This collaboration has resulted in a robust, reliable, and scalable solution that bridges the gap between consumer-grade GPUs and enterprise-grade performance, offering exceptional value for HPC professionals and AI enthusiasts.

Availability
The EK Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone will be available for pre-order beginning Q1 2025, with global distribution through EK's extensive network of system integrators and partners. Official stock is expected by Q2 2025.
Source: EK
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5 Comments on EK Unveils New Fluid Works CASCADE 4U8G Barebone in Collaboration With SilverStone

#1
HBSound
Very excited about this update!
EK, take it one day at a time. Much success!
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Gasaraki
EK is still in business? I'm surprised.
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HBSound
EK time to release the 5090 FE water-block :)
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TechLurker
I've always wondered how double-radiator stacks like that would work for optimal cooling potential; would the hotter input go into the first radiator after the fans, or the second radiator after the fans? Been thinking of doubling up a 240mm with a spare 240mm strapped on in a similar fashion.
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