NVIDIA Launches Affordable Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit for Generative AI
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NVIDIA has unveiled its latest innovation in the realm of generative artificial intelligence with the introduction of the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit. Priced at an accessible $249, down from the previous $499, this compact supercomputer aims to democratize AI development for hobbyists, students, and commercial developers alike.
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Compact Powerhouse for Generative AI
The Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit is designed to deliver substantial performance enhancements in a remarkably small form factor. Measuring just the size of a palm, this device offers up to a 1.7x increase in generative AI inference performance compared to its predecessor. With a boost to 67 INT8 TOPS, representing a 70% performance increase, and a memory bandwidth of 102GB/s, a 50% improvement over previous models, the Super Developer Kit is poised to handle sophisticated AI tasks with ease.
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Enhanced Capabilities at a Lower Cost
NVIDIA has made advanced AI technology more accessible with the Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit, reducing its price to $249 while significantly enhancing its capabilities. This affordable yet powerful platform supports a wide range of applications, from personal projects like developing AI-powered robots, smart drones, and intelligent cameras to commercial solutions such as prototyping industrial automation systems, surveillance tools, and edge computing devices. Whether for creating large language model chatbots, building visual AI agents, or deploying AI-driven robotics, the Jetson Orin Nano Super empowers both individuals and businesses to explore and innovate with generative AI.
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Robust Software Ecosystem and Community Support
NVIDIA has fortified the Jetson Orin Nano Super with an extensive software ecosystem, ensuring that developers have the tools and support necessary to maximize their projects. The Jetson AI Lab offers immediate compatibility with cutting-edge open-source models and provides comprehensive tutorials to facilitate learning and development. Additionally, the broader Jetson community offers a wealth of resources and inspiration through numerous developer-created projects.
Key software offerings include:
NVIDIA Isaac for robotics
NVIDIA Metropolis for vision AI
NVIDIA Holoscan for sensor processing
NVIDIA Omniverse Replicator for synthetic data generation
NVIDIA TAO Toolkit for fine-tuning pre-trained AI models from the NGC catalog
Moreover, ecosystem partners contribute additional AI and system software, developer tools, and custom software development services, further enhancing the platform's versatility.
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Upgrade Path for Existing Users
NVIDIA is extending the benefits of the Jetson Orin Nano Super to current users of the Jetson Orin Nano Developer Kit through a straightforward software upgrade. By updating the JetPack SDK, existing developers can unlock the enhanced performance features without needing to invest in new hardware.
The software update is available at no additional cost. To perform the upgrade, users can download the latest SD card image with MAXN mode support or utilize the NVIDIA SDK Manager, selecting JetPack 6.1 (rev. 1) during installation. Detailed instructions are available on NVIDIA's official website.
It's important to note that while the software update itself is free, the upgrade process requires access to a Linux-based host system, as the NVIDIA SDK Manager is compatible with Ubuntu 18.04, 20.04, and 22.04, as well as other supported distributions. Users without such a system must consider this requirement when planning their upgrade.
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Technical Specifications and Features
AI Performance: 67 TOPS (up from 40 TOPS)
Memory Bandwidth: 102 GB/s (up from 68 GB/s)
CPU Frequency: 1.7 GHz (up from 1.5 GHz)
System-On-Module (SoM): Jetson Orin Nano 8GB with NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU and tensor cores
Connectivity: Supports up to four high-resolution cameras with enhanced frame rates
Developer Kit Includes: Reference carrier board for prototyping edge AI applications
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Availability
The NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit is available for purchase starting from December, 17 at a reduced price of $249. Developers and enthusiasts eager to leverage the enhanced generative AI capabilities can acquire the kit directly from NVIDIA's official channels.
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