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Nor-Tech has World’s Best HPC Technology Engineers
Did you know that our HPC engineers are widely acknowledged as among the most skilled and meticulous software integrators in the industry? They are also leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions.We offer a full range of open source, Linux-based...
Nobel Physics Prize Project Leverages Seagate Drives to Hunt Gravitational Waves
The international, multi-institute Nobel Physics Prize-winning LIGO team couldn’t have done it without Nor-Tech clusters integrated with Seagate high-capacity enterprise drives! The LIGO project actually started with Albert Einstein’s prediction of gravitational waves; fallout from astronomical events so impactful that...
System Integrator Expertise Required for Innovative Ultra-Quiet Workstation
We couldn’t have done it without our incredible team of world class system integration engineers: An Intel-optimized ultra-quiet workstation with all the power you need for applications like CAE and CFD and none of the noise! If you’ve worked with us before,...
Data Center Storage Servers Developed by Nor-Tech and Seagate
If you’re looking for an enterprise class data center storage server with leading-edge Seagate high-capacity storage, Nor-Tech is going to be your best bet. Our longstanding, close working relationship with Seagate results in the most powerful, cost-effective solutions. Seagate Exos...
Disadvantages of Cloud Computing
Still on the fence about cloud v. on-prem HPC? Here are a few disadvantages of cloud computing you may not have considered. Downtime: This may be one of the biggest disadvantages. Cloud computing is totally dependent on the internet connection,...
HPC Storage Maximized for Performance in Nor-Tech Clusters
As a long-time Seagate collaborator and one of the leading HPC storage integrators in the business, Nor-Tech is excited to offer clusters with Seagate high-capacity storage—including the Exos X20 HDD (we can also add these to existing systems). With extreme...
Colocation Data Center: All the Benefits of On Prem HPC without the Prem
If you’re convinced that an on prem cluster is the way to go (for good reason) and the only thing holding you back is the fact that you don’t have a data center, colocation (housing your cluster at a third-party...
System Integration for Supermicro Technology Available through Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech, is one of the most experienced system integration partners for Supermicro computers and servers. We have been delivering Supermicro solutions optimized to exacting specifications to clients for more than 20 years and we are one of an elite number...
Free Trial of CONVERGE CFD and Intel Xeon 3rd Gen Processors on Nor-Tech Cluster
Witness the impressive performance of CONVERGE CFD software running on a Nor-Tech optimized server integrated with Intel Xeon processors Converge CFD Benchmark We just completed a benchmark using Intel and MPICH mpi that are integrated in with Convergint’s Converge 3.1.6. ...
Lenovo Reseller and ASP Nor-Tech Geared Up for 2022-23 School Year
Greater Minneapolis-based Nor-Tech, an official Lenovo ASP (Authorized Service Provider), is fully prepared for the 2022-2023 school year with a full staff of Lenovo-certified sales reps and service engineers. The ASP certification means we are officially qualified to both sell...
Reasons to Upgrade to a Cluster Detailed in Nor-Tech Case Study
MINNEAPOLIS – July 6, 2022 Nor-Tech, the leading experts on software and hardware integration for high performance clusters and workstations, completed a case study detailing the proven benefits of upgrading from a workstation to a cluster. The client is a precision contract manufacturer that depends...
Turnkey AI Workstation from Nor-Tech: Quiet and Powerful
No datacenter; no problem! We just introduced a super powerful, super quiet AI Dual NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU Workstation. It comes customized with all the applications you need: and ready to deploy. Nor-Tech’s 4090 Workstation is perfect for an office,...
Quiet GPU Workstation Computer from Systems Integrator Nor-Tech
Our engineers have surmounted all the traditional obstacles to developing high-powered computers with about the same noise level as other office technology. Introducing our proprietary Dual NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU Workstation. Powerful, Quiet and Cool (in more ways than 1—it’s ...
FEA Simulation with Xeon and Abaqus
Turnkey, Easy to Deploy HPC Cluster for Simulation and Modeling Need powerful simulation capabilities to outpace competitors? Nor-Tech’s people-friendly servers integrated with Intel® Xeon® 3rd gen processors and Dassault Systèmes’ SIMULIA Abaqus FEA suite deliver the performance you need without the complexity...
Systems Integration with NVIDIA Quadro RTX
As an NVIDIA integrator with decades of engineering expertise, we offer a range of technology featuring the most advanced ecosystem of hardware, software, tools and ISV support to transform disruptive business challenges into success stories. QUADRO RTX Conceiving, modeling, simulating,...
HPC Clusters with Intel 4th Gen Xeon® Processors
Nor-Tech’s new server lineup with Intel 4th Gen Xeon® processors offers businesses a number of benefits that improve performance, lower power consumption, and provide enhanced security features. In this post, we’ll take a look at the benefits of these new processors...
Nor-Tech’s Facility: Check out our new video tour!
Visitors to our Burnsville, Minnesota HQ are overwhelmed by the size and scope of our facility and engineering department. Take a tour in this short video: https://youtu.be/4ydkro7bcbk and don’t hesitate to make an appointment to stop by (we are just outside of...
How to Make HPC Technology Buying Decisions: Part 2: The Procurement Process and Post-Sale
In Part 1 of this post we discussed the steps that lead up to initiation of the actual procurement process–with the ultimate goal of Engineering, IT and the Vendor collaborating to ensure that the client makes the best possible HPC technology purchase...
How to Make HPC Technology Buying Decisions: Part 1: Pre-Procurement
Most in-house IT personnel do not have a deep understanding of HPC. Despite this, Engineering, IT, and the vendor need to collaborate closely when making high-performance technology purchase decisions. Here are 8 pre-procurement steps to follow for seamless collaboration toward...
System Integration and On-Site Cluster Installation Expertise
Nor-Tech is trusted by some of the world’s leading enterprises and institutions for outstanding system integration. In addition, the company provides on-site cluster installation to ensure a smooth deployment. Integration engineers are capable of handling even the most challenging projects...
8 Benefits of On Prem Over Cloud HPC
When it comes to High Performance Computing (HPC), on-premises data centers still offer several distinct benefits over cloud-based HPC, particularly in specialized scenarios. Here’s a detailed look at the advantages of on-premises HPC over cloud-based HPC: Predictable Performance and Low...
Ubuntu Deployment and Support for AI Applications from Nor-Tech
Ubuntu is an open-source distro operating system that is based on the Linux kernel. It is the best choice for today’s demanding AI and ML applications. Since it requires no license fee, it is significantly more cost-effective than commercial alternatives...
Nor-Tech Offers Demos of NVIDIA AI Enterprise and NVIDIA L40S GPU
Interested in a free demo of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform and/or the NVIDIA L40S GPU—purpose built for AI? We have demo capabilities available now! NVIDIA AI Enterprise accelerates data science pipelines and streamlines the development and deployment of production-grade AI applications, including generative...
Cluster Software Integration for Turnkey HPC Solutions
Their Challenge California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) Center for Computational and Applied Mathematics (CCAM) in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics needed a powerful cluster capable of solving a wide range of computational problems in science and math. To...
Password-Cracking Clusters and Workstations that are Truly Turnkey
Here is a recent case study showcasing the powerful password-cracking technology we created for a major U.S. organization. Their Challenge Faced with increasingly complex passwords that need cracking, a large U.S. organization needed more power than their current technology could...
Password-Cracking Clusters and Workstations that are Truly Turnkey
Here is a recent case study showcasing the powerful password-cracking technology we created for a major U.S. organization. Their Challenge Faced with increasingly complex passwords that need cracking, a large U.S. organization needed more power than their current technology could...
HPC Integration for Research Institutions-Case Study
HPC servers, quiet high-performance workstations, and high-end storage servers: All expertly integrated and ready to deploy at the University of North Carolina on day 1. Their Challenge The Radiology Department at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill was referred...
HPC Integration for Research Institutions-Case Study
HPC servers, quiet high-performance workstations, and high-end storage servers: All expertly integrated and ready to deploy at the University of North Carolina on day 1. Their Challenge The Radiology Department at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill was referred...
Intel Xeon Demo Offered by Nor-Tech
We have the Intel® Xeon® 5 CPU integrated into our demo cluster and ready to test drive. The trial allows users to chronicle the improved performance of these AI-ready processors with no commitment–quantifying how this CPU compares with what they are using now and other...
Free Trial of AMD EPYC Available Now on Nor-Tech Demo Cluster
We are offering a free, no-strings trial of AMD EPYC Genoa. Trials are run on our powerful demo cluster, which is currently integrated with these newly introduced processors. Our engineers and customers are very excited about Genoa, which exhibits outstanding...
NICE DCV and Nor-Tech: Strong Partner Relationships Deliver Turnkey HPC Technology
It really does take a village! Although Nor-Tech has always been known for having one of the finest engineering teams in the technology industry, we rely heavily on close collaborative relationships with a growing list of best-in-class partners. By fully...
Desktops with Intel Gen 14 CPUS-Higher Quality Work in Less Time
Who wouldn’t want to produce even better work product in less time? It’s a win-win and it’s achievable with Nor-Tech’s expertly integrated desktops and Intel® Gen 14 CPUs. Made to multitask: Focus on the task at hand while your PC...
No-Cost Demo of Intel Xeon 6 Processors
Sign up for a free demo of Intel’s newest and most powerful Xeon 6 processors. Receive a sharable report that specifies the improved performance and cost/benefit of running your project on Nor-Tech’s expertly integrated servers with Intel’s 6th Gen Xeon processors....
Nor-Tech Awarded University of Wisconsin Contract for High Performance Technology Hardware
Sept. 10, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM: Jeanna Van Rensselar, Smart PR Communications RE: Nor-Tech Awarded University of Wisconsin Contract for High Performance Technology Hardware MINNEAPOLIS— Nor-Tech, a premier integrator of high-performance computers, workstations, and storage servers, just announced that...
Transitioning Back to On Prem from Cloud Strategically
Rising Cloud Costs, Performance Bottlenecks, Scalability Concerns, and Data Management issues incentivized a transition back to on-premises computing. Their Challenge Nor-Tech’s client, an autonomous air taxi company, relies heavily on high-fidelity simulations and computational modeling to refine its designs. Initially...
Transitioning Back to On Prem from Cloud Strategically
Rising Cloud Costs, Performance Bottlenecks, Scalability Concerns, and Data Management issues incentivized a transition back to on-premises computing. Their Challenge Nor-Tech’s client, an autonomous air taxi company, relies heavily on high-fidelity simulations and computational modeling to refine its designs. Initially...
NICE DCV for On Premise: Free Trial of Latest Release
Nor-Tech, a primary NICE on premise distributor for the Americas for on premises deployment, just announced important new functionalities featured in the latest versions of NICE DCV on premise along with a free trial. NICE DCV is a high-performance remote...
High Performance Computer Integrator with Linux Expertise
One of the reasons that Nor-Tech is one of the world’s top system integrators for HPC servers and clusters is Linux expertise. While there are several cluster providers to pick from, the majority lack substantial integration experience. Nor-Tech’s turnkey clusters...
Nor-Tech Offers No-Cost Trial of NICE DCV for Remote HPC Cluster Access
Nor-Tech just announced the integration of their demo cluster with NICE Desktop Cloud Visualization (DCV). The application allows users to remotely access 2D/3D interactive applications over a standard LAN or WAN connection network. It also allows organizations to centralize computing...
Quiet Workstations for Offices Innovated by Nor-Tech
https://youtu.be/MeAgODQSZbM Need the power of a workstation without the noise? Nor-Tech has the answer with an incredibly quiet workstation—basically all the power you require with a noise level that is close to the PCs you and your coworkers are using right...
Demo NVAIE and NVIDIA GPUs on a Nor-Tech Cluster
Artificial intelligence is reshaping enterprises around the world. The momentum is clear. Yet, for many enterprises, successfully deploying AI at scale remains a challenge. Establishing a unified, secure, and reliable AI platform to support development and production is often complex....
Demo AMD EPYC 9575F and EPYC 9655 CPUS Now
Want to gauge the performance of 2 new AMD EPYC™ CPUs on your application? We now have the 9575F and 9655 available for demo. EPYC 9575F is tailored for GPU-powered AI solutions that need the ultimate in host CPU capabilities....
Systems Integration Companies
Media Release Nor-Tech has developed HPC server solutions that are ready to accelerate and streamline AI deployment on day one. “We maintain industry-leading certifications that ensure our engineers are among the best in the business when it comes to AI-related...
Servers Integrated for AI Ready to Deploy on Day 1
Nor-Tech’s AI Server solutions are ready to accelerate and streamline your AI deployment. We are a premier provider of fully integrated on-premises AI infrastructure, with turnkey reference designs that draw on extensive knowledge gained by developing powerful clusters for more...
Clusters Integrated for Simulation and Modeling Developed by Intel and Nor-Tech
Working collaboratively with Intel, we just developed, what we believe is, the top purpose-built simulation and modeling cluster. The branded NT-HPC Simulation and Modeling Cluster has several key hardware and software components:• Intel Xeon Scalable processors• The Intel Omni-Path architecture...
Parallel Storage Integrators for AI and CAE
Parallel storage offers several advantages for AI and CAE applications, in particular, over direct attached storage (DAS). By leveraging fast, scalable, external disk systems with massively parallel access to data, users can perform analysis against much larger datasets than they...
Systems Integrator for AI Clusters and Servers
Our tagline is “People Friendly Technology” and we mean it! Our engineers work hard to ensure that the HPC technology we develop for clients is ready to deploy ASAP (often on the day it arrives). Artificial Intelligence-ready clusters and workstations...
Parallel Storage Integrators for AI and HPC that Meets Your Objectives
Choosing the best parallel storage solution involves a systematic evaluation of your requirements, the capabilities of available solutions, and how well they align with your objectives. Here’s a 10-step comprehensive guide from Nor-Tech to help you make the right choice. Assess Your...
Parallel Storage Integrators for HPC, AI & ML
Nor-Tech is now offering servers expertly integrated with leading-edge VDURA parallel file systems designed for HPC, AI and ML These servers, optimized for on -premises, public cloud, and hybrid environments, provide outstanding performance, durability, and reliability. This technology—ideal for applications...
Server Integration for AI; Powerful, Turnkey Solutions from Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech offers powerful AI servers for a range of industries racing to adopt generative AI. These sectors include biomed, manufacturing simulation, and fraud detection. Nor-Tech’s AI-ready, GPU servers are fully integrated and ready to deploy with full-stack accelerated infrastructure and software. They are designed...
8 GPU Servers for Enterprise and Research Expertly Engineered by Nor-Tech
MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 7, 2021 Nor-Tech, the leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, has extensive experience building the best performing 8 GPU servers for enterprise and research institutions.The company’s 8 GPU server, delivers the best performance per-watt, per square-foot, per-dollar; with...
UW System Contract for Servers Awarded to Nor-Tech
We just announced the official award of University of Wisconsin System Contract #22-2791; for Servers along with Compute Nodes, Storage Servers, Laptops and Desktops. Our UW System Contract runs through Sept. 30, 2022 with additional renewals through 2024. All of...
UW System Contract for Compute Nodes Awarded to Nor-Tech
We were recently notified that we were awarded University of Wisconsin System Contract #22-2791; for Compute Nodes along with Servers, Storage Servers, Laptops and Desktops. The new contract runs through Sept. 30, 2022 with additional renewals that extend the contract...
Workstations and Clusters with AMD MI200 GPUs Engineered by Nor-Tech
MINNEAPOLIS U.S., Nov. 8, 2021 — Nor-Tech, the leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, just announced workstations and clusters with AMD’s latest Instinct MI200-series GPUs.These GPUs deliver significant computational power for HPC, AI and Deep Learning. When paired with the...
8 GPU Servers Expertly Engineered by Nor-Tech
With Nor-Tech’s 8 GPU server, expect uncompromising quality, best performance per-watt, per square-foot, per-dollar; lowest total cost of ownership and highest quality components and materials. All of Nor-Tech’s HPC technology is backed by our industry-leading NT-EZ HPC Cluster Support Solutions Portfolio SOFTWARE...
UW Contract for Compute Nodes, Servers, Storage, Laptops and Desktops Renewed for Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech just announced the official award by The University of Wisconsin System of Contract #22-2791; for Compute Nodes, Servers, Storage Servers, Laptops and Desktops. The new contract runs through Sept. 30, 2022 with additional renewals that extend the contract to 2024....
HPC Hardware Upgrade Consultation and Demo Announced by Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech, the leading expert on HPC hardware performance maximization, is offering a free consultation and demo for organizations that are considering upgrading their current technology. This is a necessity in today’s highly competitive environment where simulation speed and output quality...
Lenovo Authorized Service Center: Nor-Tech
Looking for a Lenovo Authorized Service Center with no-wait-time support and a lot of Lenovo experience and expertise? Nor-Tech has one of the top engineering teams in the world—capable of everything from integrating the most complex high performance computers to upgrading an...
Lenovo Reseller: Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech is one of the leading resellers of Lenovo ThinkPad, ThinkCentre and ThinkStation products and we are a Lenovo Authorized Service Provider as well! We have been delivering Lenovo products for more than two decades to organizations across the U.S.; with a...
Minnesota Computer Contract Just Renewed for Nor-Tech
MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2021 — Minnesota-based Nor-Tech, one of the leading distributors of PC technology for state, regional and local governments and schools, just announced that their Buy.IT Minnesota State Technology contract (no. 160318) has just been renewed for another year....
Benefits of Upgrading from a Workstation to a Cluster Detailed in Nor-Tech Case Study
Does it make sense to upgrade from a workstation to a cluster? MINNEAPOLIS June 14, 2021 Nor-Tech, the leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, recently completed a case study exemplifying the benefits of upgrading from a workstation to a cluster....
Try AMD’s MI100 GPU
Test out AMD’s MI100 GPU on Nor-Tech’s Demo Cluster Sign up for a free demo now of AMD’s Instinct™ MI100 accelerator. Supercharge AI and HPC with AMD CDNA architecture, delivering powerful compute, high bandwidth memory, and the ROCm™ open ecosystem. AMD...
Demo AMD’s New GPU
Free Demo of AMD’s Newest GPU on Nor-Tech’s Demo Cluster Sign up to get started with a free trial of the AMD Instinct™ MI100 accelerator—the first data center GPU to pass the 10TF FP64 barrier. The MI100 accelerator is the world’s...
HIPAA-Compliant On Prem HPC Servers and Clusters
Physical HPC Servers and Clusters that are HIPAA-complaint developed by Nor-Tech. Nor-Tech offers HIPAA-compliant physical HPC servers and clusters for the healthcare industry, research institutions and other biometric-dependent entities. Stringent HIPAA regulations require maintaining the strict confidentiality of data collected...
Laptops, Desktops, Tablets on the Minnesota Computer Contract from Nor-Tech
MINNEAPOLIS May 25, 2021 — Nor-Tech, headquartered in Burnsville, Minn. for more than two decades, is the preferred reseller for laptops, desktops, tablets and more on the Minn. State Computer Contract (Buy.IT). Nor-Tech offers products from HP, Lenovo and more and...
CentOS 7 EOL Support from Nor-Tech
MINNEAPOLIS May 24, 2021 — Nor-Tech, the leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, just announced plans to safely and smoothly transition new and existing HPC clients from CentOS 7 to a strong alternative such as Rocky Linux.Nor-Tech Executive Vice President...
Benchmark AMD Milan 3rd Gen EPYC Processors and Nor-Tech Servers
Interested in benchmarking AMD’s newest Milan processor? Nor-Tech’s demo cluster is also capable of benchmarking many, many other applications including Ansys Fluent and Dassault Abaqus. Every demo results in a straightforward results report. Nor-Tech’s engineering expertise fully leverages the new...
Test Out AMD Milan 3rd Gen EPYC Processors on Nor-Tech Servers
Looking for no cost, no strings test drive of AMD Milan? Look no further! Nor-Tech’s demo cluster is also capable of benchmarking hundreds of other applications including Ansys Fluent and Dassault Abaqus. Every demo is finalized in a comprehensive results...
Open Source BeeGFS Storage Expertly Integrated by Nor-Tech
Looking for expertly integrated open source HPC storage? Think of Nor-Tech and BeeGFS. When adding high performance storage to an HPC cluster, file systems can become a limiting factor; the cost of the storage expansion can sometimes be as expensive...
Solid State Storage Expertly Integrated by Nor-Tech
Solid state storage (SSS) is a type of non-volatile computer storage that archives and retrieves digital information using only integrated electronic circuits rather than moving magnetic or optical media to store data. This differs from the traditional electromechanical storage which...
Scalable Storage for HPC Servers, Clusters thru Nor-Tech
In general scalability is the measure of a system’s ability to increase or decrease storage resources to accommodate demand. Nor-Tech offers a number of robust, user-friendly scalable storage solutions including Synology and BeeGFS. Synology Storage and Backup Solutions Synology offers...
Intel VROC Storage Expertly Integrated into Nor-Tech Servers, Clusters
Intel VROC (virtual RAID on CPU) offers low latency, scalability and ultra high bandwidth. It delivers compelling RAID performance that unleashes the full potential of NVMe drives without the need for additional hardware. Key Benefits include: Frees performance potential of...
Lenovo ThinkSystem Demo: Benchmark CAE Applications
Nor-Tech, the world’s experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, is offering a no-cost benchmark of leading applications like Abaqus and Fluent on a Lenovo/Intel ThinkSystem server optimized for CAE applications. The fully integrated, turnkey server is a collaboration between Lenovo,...
Benchmark Lenovo HPC Servers with Top CAE Applications
Nor-Tech, the world’s experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, has collaborated with Lenovo and Intel to develop leading-edge turnkey servers optimized for CAE applications. A no-cost demo is available. According to Top500.org, Lenovo is the number-one supercomputer provider—the company’s...
Benchmark Ansys Fluent on AMD EPYC Processors
Test Price/Performance of Ansys Fluent and more on AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series Processors with Nor-Tech’s AMD demo cluster Featuring advanced security features and a silicon embedded security subsystem, the AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series processors are “hardened at the core” helping...
Benchmark SIMULIA Abaqus on AMD EPYC Processors
Test Price/Performance of SIMULIA Abaqus and more on AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series Processors. Witness the powerful combination of incredible FEA software and leading-edge processor performance for outpacing the competition with Nor-Tech’s AMD demo cluster 2nd Gen AMD EPYC™ is a new...
Test Applications on AMD EPYC
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could test drive your applications on a new processor before you commit? Now you can. Nor-Tech is inviting you to run your code on AMD’s powerful EPYC processors using our free, no-strings demo cluster. These...
Test Return/Dollar of AMD EPYC
Looking to test the return/dollar ratio of AMD EPYC? You can sign up directly on our demo cluster page: This is a no-strings, no-cost opportunity. It’s a great way to experience the powerful performance and return on investment of this fantastic processor...
Synology Storage and Backup Solutions from Nor-Tech
We are big fans of Synology storage and backup and have extensive experience engineering them into our HPC technology solutions. Synology offers innovative solutions for data storage and backup, file collaboration, video management, and network infrastructure – all designed with...
How Much Faster Are Cascade Lake Processors?
Through simulation, this Nor-Tech client’s research center tests products for properties like heat, vibration and reliability before they go to market. Nor-Tech Senior Account Manager Tom Morton has been working directly with this client’s Technology Principal Program Manager since 2010...
Buy Technology off the MN State Contract BUY.IT
Need to buy technology off the Minnesota State Contract: Minnesota buy.IT? Nor-Tech offers the following:• Tablets• Portable Computers• Ruggedized portable computers• Desktop computers• Monitors (displays)• Computer accessories and cables• Tablet/laptop cases• General computer services• Warranties We are one of the...
Buy Desktops, Laptops, Tablets on the Minnesota State Contract from Nor-Tech
We are officially a State of Minnesota Contract holder (#160318) for the following technology products and services:• Tablets• Portable computers• Ruggedized portable computers• Desktop computers• Monitors (displays)• Computer accessories and cables• Tablet/laptop cases• General computer services• Warranties Headquartered in the...
Open Source for People that Aren’t HPC Experts
If you aren’t comfortable with Open Source for HPC, but would love to take advantage of the incredible cost-savings, we are the only company with the perfect solution for you. Open OnDemand makes Open Source HPC as easy as using...
Most Reliable Lenovo ASP for School Technology
We are among the most reliable Lenovo ASPs (Authorized Service Providers) for education-related technology. This means we are a one stop shop for all things Lenovo–ThinkPad, ThinkCentre and ThinkStation. We have been providing education-related technology for more than 15 years...
Top HPC Technology Engineering Company
Nor-Tech has one of the most highly regarded technology engineering teams in the world. They can do everything from minor fixes that solve big problems to complex hardware and software integrations that are beyond the scope of most engineers. They...
Will Consumer Grade GPUs Work in a Supercomputer? The Short Answer is Yes.
We engineered a game-changing low-cost supercomputer configuration that reduces the HPC purchase cost by 2/3 to 3/4. The solution is a good fit for nearly all, but not all organizations. For over a decade, the technology community has been aware...
Leading Cluster Management Software for Data Science Applications
We are currently building computers optimized with Bright Cluster Manager for Data Science. In fact, Nor-Tech is one of the only technology providers that can offer a total Bright Cluster Manager/NVIDIA DGX/ScaleMatrix scalable, dynamic-density solution for AI that can reside...
The Basics of High Performance Computing
Our clients’ engineering teams already know all this, but chances are their management teams and even some people on their IT teams don’t. So here is nutshell info about HPC . First of all, the term “HPC” is an acronym...
No Cost Trial of Intel Cascade Lake (CLX) Xeon Scalable Processors
We are offering a no cost trial of Intel’s groundbreaking Cascade Lake (CLX) 2nd Gen Xeon Scalable Processors. These new processors were just integrated into our world famous demo cluster–a key utility for testing code on leading-edge HPC hardware and...
HPC Technology for LIGO Nobel Physics Prize-Winning Project
We have been supplying HPC technology to the recent Nobel Physics Prize-winning project-LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory). It is the famous gravitational wave discovery project.  LIGO is again in the news this week–project officials just announced that their detectors are about...
GSA Schedule 70 High Performance Servers
We are an official GSA-designated Small Business that is authorized to provide high performance servers, processors, peripherals and more to U.S. government agencies through GSA IT Schedule 70 contract GS-35F-133CA.Among the many advantages that we have over competitors are an...
Linux Expertise for HPC Technology
Did you know that we are widely acknowledged as one of the leading experts on Linux-based high-performance technology solutions? This expertise is a key qualifier for system builders and integrators since 99.6% of the fastest supercomputers now run Linux. As...
Customized Manuals for HPC Technology Including Supercomputers
Did you know that we create Quick Start Guides–customized manuals–for all HPC technology clients in order to make the entire supercomputer experience as simple as possible? The guide, complete with easy-to-understand photos and graphics customized for the client, not only...
Run Custom and Commercial Applications on AMD EPYC without Charge
Interested in performance testing your custom and commercial applications on AMD EPYC free? Take advantage of our award-winning high performance demo cluster. It’s integrated with the most in-demand HPC hardware and software from Intel, AMD, NVIDIA, Bright, Ansys, Dassault and...
Classroom Technology for Minnesota Schools
Buy Highest Quality, Cost-Effective School Technology Locally in Minnesota If you are in Minnesota, did you know that you have a leading supplier of Chromebooks, tinies, desktops, and laptops for schools right in your own backyard? It’s true, Nor-Tech is one...
Top HPC Integrator Designations Given to Nor-Tech
Intel just renewed three of our key HPC integration designations for another year: Intel Platinum Provider, Intel HPC Data Center Specialist, and Intel Select Solution Provider.Our partnership with Intel has been extremely valuable to us over the years. What began...
Nor-Tech offers fully customizable high performance workstations with CAE applications
Our fully customizable Voyageur-branded workstations are integrated with a range of applications. These are the most efficient, effective and high performing workstations available. Features include:1. Purpose Built. Workstations can be tailored to a particular industry or function to optimize productivity...
Nor-Tech Just Achieved High Level NVIDIA Certifications!
We just achieved high level NVIDIA certifications for both our engineering and sales staffs. This expertise enables us to fully leverage the best NVIDIA solutions on the market today including the new RTX 2080 Ti.Vice President of Engineering Dom Daninger...
Nor-Tech is Now Offering High Performance Technology Integrated with NVIDIA’s RTX 2080 Ti GPU
Nor-Tech is now offering high performance technology integrated with NVIDIA’s GEFORCE RTX 2080 Ti GPUs. As NVIDIA’s newest flagship graphics card, it is a breakthrough in realism and power for high performance technology that includes workstations and, in select applications,...
Our High Performance Technology for the Oil & Gas Industry
Did you know that we are an experienced HPC technology provider for the oil and gas industry? Techniques such as 3D imaging and Wide-Azimuth (WAZ) surveys have multiplied the amount of data energy companies must capture and process. In fact,...
Can Existing HPC Technology be Repurposed for Big Data Applications such as AI, DL, ML?
The answer is yes. We have the capacity to repurpose most existing HPC technology for big data applications such as artificial intelligence, deep learning and machine learning.Right now we are working with a long-term government client to repurpose their existing...
Top Supercomputers and Workstations for Big Data Applications Such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
We have developed leading-edge supercomputers and workstations specifically designed for Big Data applications such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). With the depth of engineering experience and expertise and a solid bench of hardware and software partners that...
We are Now a World Leading Value Added Reseller Specializing in High Performance Solutions; (that’s why we have a new logo and website)
Notice anything new? We just published this completely redesigned website and also have a new logo. This is the first time the website and logo have undergone a complete redesign in 20 years.This user-friendly website is secure and reflects our...
Find Affordable Office Desktops, Laptops, and/or Tablets at Nor-Tech
Our enterprise clients want reliable technology that is easy to set up and manage, will perform office functions well, and will last a long time—both from durability and capability perspectives. This is exactly what we deliver. We have strong relationships...
Advanced Computing Applications-HPC Computers and Workstations
Did you know that Nor-Tech is one of the leading experts on high performance supercomputers and workstations for advanced computing applications such as deep learning AI, ML and DL? Technologies involved include NVIDIA RTX, NVIDIA Volta, AMD’s new M50 and...
How About a No Cost Demo of AMD EPYC?
We just added AMD EPYC to our free, no-strings demo supercomputer. AMD has a wait time of about six weeks for an EPYC demo, but you can be up and running in a couple of days on our demo cluster....
How About a Free Demo of Intel Omni-Path Now?
Our free, no-strings demo cluster is integrated with Intel Omni-Path–among many other leading-edge solutions. If you haven’t experienced Omni-Path (or our demo cluster) you are in for an eye-opening treat!The Intel Omni-Path Architecture (Intel OPA) is designed specifically to address...
Looking for a Reliable Lenovo Authorized Service Provider for Desktops, Laptops, Tablets?
We are an official Lenovo Authorized Service Provider (ASP) for the entire Lenovo family of desktops, laptops and tablets. For 15 years, we have been providing technology to organizations across the U.S. and in particular Minnesota, the Dakotas, Iowa and...
Along with our award-winning HPC technology hardware, we will be featuring Intel HPC products for data centers at fall events.
We will be featuring two Intel products at several events this fall. Among the products are Intel’s latest Xeon Scalable Processors (Skylake) and Intel Omni-Path Architecture (OPA). If you can’t make the events, both Intel Xeon Scalable Processors and Omni-Path...
See the ROI of HPC Technology for FEA, CFD Simulations in Real Time
Simulationclusters.com, a collaboration between Intel, Dassault Systèmes and Nor-Tech, is a site for real-time demonstration of the ROI of upgrading from a workstation to HPC technology equipped with leading-edge Dassault software and the fastest Intel processors.Simulationclusters.com users will be able...
Get Better ROI on your Simulation and Modeling Investments
Sign up for Our Intel Webinar: Sept. 27! Featuring Vice President of Engineering Dominic Daninger Senior HPC Account Manager Bob Dreis & Brock Taylor, Director of HPC Engineering https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/14395/333295utm_source=Intel&utm_medium=brighttalk&utm_campaign=333295 Nor-Tech will show you how to get better ROI on your...
The Best Ruggedized Portable Supercomputer
Did you know that we offer a ruggedized, portable easy-to-deploy HPC computer? The ruggedized portable cluster brings supercomputing capacity to locations where HPC couldn’t go before. One of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers has already taken advantage of the innovative...
Our UW System Contract for Desktops, Laptops, Storage, Compute Nodes and Servers is Approved for Renewal
Our University of Wisconsin System Contract #15-2308 for desktops, laptops, storage, compute nodes and servers is approved for renewal through Sept. 30, 2019 with two one-year extension options.Approved products include:• Desktops: these have more power, features, flexibility, upgradeability and expandability...
Nor-Tech Innovates Instantaneous Bare Metal Disaster Recovery
We developed an instantaneous bare metal disaster recovery utility as part of our NT-EZ portfolio of HPC solutions for easy deployment, operation and maintenance.Most HPC technology we ship includes this tool. It allows our clients to immediately bring a crashed...
Nor-Tech Innovates Instantaneous Bare Metal Disaster Recovery
We developed an instantaneous bare metal disaster recovery utility as part of our NT-EZ portfolio of HPC solutions for easy deployment, operation and maintenance.Most HPC technology we ship includes this tool. It allows our clients to immediately bring a crashed...
HPC technology for AI, big data, deep learning? You can actually repurpose your existing high performance computer to accommodate it.
First of all if you don’t already have a high performance computer, you will need to get one (from us). If you do have HPC technology, we can perform a complete software update to repurpose your technology for AI, big...
Nor-Tech Provides HPC Technology for IceCube and LIGO Nobel Prize Projects
A major physics discovery was just announced; the first visible detection of a neutrino event. This was made possible by the powerful HPC technology Nor-Tech continues to provide to two Nobel Physics Prize winning projects, IceCube and LIGO.Recently, IceCube was...
Want to get the most out of a 4-GPU server?
With a smart configuration, 4-GPU servers are amazing powerful. Here’s how to get the most out of these versatile devices.First of all, you are probably looking for the best performance per-watt, per square-foot, per-dollar; lowest total cost of ownership and...
Top HPC Clusters and Workstations for AI, ML Developed by Nor-Tech
Nor-Tech, the top experts in Linux-based high-performance technology solutions, just announced they have developed leading-edge clusters and workstations specifically designed for artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) applications.Nor-Tech builds AI/ML clusters and workstations with top tier hardware that includes...
FAA Teams with Nor-Tech for AI, Deep Learning HPC Cluster Project
One of our favorite long-term clients is the FAA. We started by building a state-of-the art cluster, with unique requirements, in 2013. Since the FAA had no available data center, we integrated a custom POD NEMA 4 mobile rack cabinet...
Most powerful HPC technology for oil & gas industry
Did you know that we build the most powerful HPC technology for the oil and gas industry? In fact, we have been serving this sector for nearly two decades—offering complete, easy-to-deploy HPC solutions that include hardware from the world’s most...
Who Makes the Easiest to Deploy HPC Clusters? We do!
In conjunction with our mission to build the easiest to deploy clusters on the market today, we are the only HPC cluster builder to offer an in-person test-drive to all cluster clients prior to delivery. In other words—even easier to...
School Technology Provider Lenovo Promotes STEM with Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Yesterday Boys & Girls Clubs of America announced a partnership with Lenovo to help expand its STEM programming nationwide. Lenovo’s support involves funding and hosting app lab programming at 10 club sites, including a two-day hackathon this week with the...
Just rolling out our NT HPC Simulation and Modeling Cluster—a collaborative effort with Intel!
As an Intel Select Solutions Provider for Simulation and Modeling, we have been working with Intel for a while now to develop what we agree is one of the finest HPC clusters for simulation and modeling on the market today.Simulation...
Laptops, tinies, desktops for schools are actually driving the curriculum.
On Friday, Forbes published a great article called: How Education and Technology are Evolving Together. It actually was a response to a question that appeared on Quora. The essence is that these relatively new and continually evolving learning tools will change education...
Nor-Tech 1st to Show Intel Spectre and Meltdown Patches Work
Nor-Tech has been working closely with Intel since February to document how well Intel’s microcode patches for the Spectre and Meltdown exploits are affecting performance. The good news is that the performance slowdown is only about one percent—far less than...
Best HPC Clusters, Workstations for AI, Machine Learning
OK, you probably already know that we are the top Linux experts. So how does that translate to AI and machine learning? Our engineers are familiar with just about every type of software (including open source) on the planet—and if...
Help Deploying HPC Clusters and High Performance Workstations
Did you know that Nor-Tech is known for easy-to-deploy HPC clusters and workstations? So what do we mean by this.• We walk our clients through every step of the set up process and even provide a Quick Start guide customized...
Nor-Tech Addresses Fixes for Intel Spectre and Meltdown Exploits in CRN
Our own VP of Engineering, Dom Daninger, was just featured in a CRN article by Dylan Martin on the Intel Spectre exploit. Here is the article in its entirety: Intel said earlier this week that it doesn’t plan to patch...
Top International Supercomputing and AI Solutions for Forecasting.
The inaugural APAC HPC-AI competition was recently launched at Supercomputing Asia 2018. According to Priyankar Bhunia at OpenGov, this competition is open to university and technical institute teams from the entire APAC (Asia-Pacific) region, and includes both creating missions and...
Top Supercomputer Builder Again! Thanks CRN!!
We were just named to CRN’s list of the top 40 Data Center Infrastructure Providers for the 2nd year in a row! This puts us on the same list and in the same league as supercomputer giants IBM, Oracle, Dell...
New leadership at Nor-Tech!
Jeff Olson has accepted the top leadership position, replacing former president and CEO David Bollig who remains on the board. Jeff had already been serving us in an executive capacity for 19 years. He has deep experience in the technology...
Nor-Tech HPC Cluster Client Wins Nobel Prize for LIGO Gravitational Wave Discovery
This morning, one of our HPC cluster clients won the Nobel Prize for Physics! The project was supported and continues to be supported by Nor-Tech Technology. Rainer Weiss, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Kip Thorne and...
Nor-Tech’s Trailblazing Rapid HPC Cluster Recovery (RCR) Utility for Free On-the-Spot Disaster Recovery.
Nor-Tech’s reputation as an innovator is growing rapidly—mainly because our engineers see an industry-wide issue and devote the resources to figure out a solution—innovation is just in our culture. And what has always been more of a problem than technology...
America’s soon-to-be greatest supercomputer
The Oak Ridge National Lab’s (ORNL) Summit supercomputer, nearing completion, will be the most powerful supercomputer in the U.S. and maybe the world. Summit will be 5-10X more powerful than its predecessor, ORNL’s Titan, which will continue running for about...
Nor-Tech’s Dom Daninger Is Key Resource for CRN’s Recent Intel Skylake Article
CRN’s Joe Kovar wrote an excellent article on the Intel Skylake launch a couple of weeks ago. A key resource for the article was Nor-Tech’s Vice President of Engineering Dom Daninger. The full text of the article follows here: Intel...