Intel Xeon processor–based HPC clusters integrated with Cornelis high-performance fabric help teams reduce time-to-value through faster time-to-solution, predictable scaling efficiency, and simplified deployments.
Built for production HPC environments, this integrated solution delivers measurable results across performance, scalability, and operations.
Accelerate tightly coupled MPI applications and reduce iteration cycles for engineering and science teams.
Reduced performance variability as clusters grow, with consistent MPI scaling efficiency at scale.
OEM-validated designs and reference architectures reduce integration complexity and deployment uncertainty.
Fabric visibility and telemetry accelerate troubleshooting and streamline management at scale.
Achieve up to 68% higher performance when you pair Xeon 6 with CN5000 vs NDR
Climate up to 68%
Manufacturing up to 65%
Physics & Life Sciences up to 54%
8 Nodes - Intel® Xeon® 6972P
Tests performed on 8 nodes, 2 socket Intel(R) Xeon(R) 6972P. Intel(R) Hyper-Threading Technology enabled. Rocky Linux 9.5 (Blue Onyx). 5.14.0-570.17.1.el9-6.x86-64 kernel. 48x32GB, 768 GB total, 6400 MT/s. Cornelis Omni-Path Express Suite (OPXS) 12.0.2.0.14. HFI driver parameters: num-sdma=8 num-vls=4 numuser-contexts=0,192 use-bulksvc=Y. Intel MPI 2021.15.
Intel Xeon processors and Omni‐Path networking (Cornelis Networks) have a strong history in production HPC systems. As of November 2025, 27 TOP500 systems list Intel Xeon processors + Omni‐Path interconnect—a testament to proven scalability and reliability in the world's most demanding environments.
These nationally significant HPC deployments demonstrate validated, large-scale production use of Intel Xeon + Omni‐Path / CN5000 interconnect infrastructure.
Count based on TOP500 (Nov 2025) entries indicating Intel Xeon processors and Omni‐Path interconnect.
Intel Xeon 6 and 5th Gen Intel Xeon processor platforms paired with Cornelis CN5000 solutions are available across multiple OEM server families and validated designs. Platform availability and configurations vary by region and OEM.
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Joint reference documentation available upon request. Contact your Penguin Solutions or Cornelis Networks representative for configuration guidance.
Ready to validate Xeon 6 + CN5000 performance against your specific applications? Multiple pathways are available to help you evaluate before you commit.
Cloud-based evaluation environment for running HPC workloads on Intel Xeon + CN5000 infrastructure.
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Hands-on evaluation at Dell's Customer Solution Center, running validated HPC configurations.
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Run your own workloads with guidance from Intel + Cornelis technical experts. Tailored performance assessments available for qualified teams.
From architecture guidance through production operations, Intel and Cornelis technical teams are aligned to support your deployment at every stage—reducing risk and accelerating time-to-value.
Solutions are delivered through OEM platforms, with aligned Intel + Cornelis technical engagement available for:
Architecture guidance and pre-deployment planning
Performance evaluation and workload profiling
Escalation support during and after deployment
Day‑2 operations support via fabric telemetry
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We're building a set of jointly referenceable customer outcomes for Intel Xeon + Cornelis CN5000 deployments. Published case studies and testimonials from production HPC environments are in progress—check back for updates as references are approved.
Connect with Intel and Cornelis Networks HPC specialists for more information, evaluation planning, or deployment guidance.