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Logic Fruit Technologies Unveils L-Nex™

Logic Fruit Technologies, a forward-thinking semiconductor firm based in Milpitas, California, has announced the launch of L-Nex™. This new offering includes a series of baseboard management controller (BMC) products designed specifically for Open Compute Project (OCP) DC-SCM 2.x servers. The L-Nex™ platform is noteworthy for its use of field-programmable gate array (FPGA) technology, which empowers server manufacturers to configure management and security capabilities during the design phase and to continuously evolve these features even after deployment.

The Future of Server Management

Traditionally, server management has relied on fixed-function silicon technology, which restricts flexibility and adaptability. With the L-Nex™ platform, Logic Fruit seeks to transform this landscape, enabling a dynamic environment where server management can adapt to changing demands over time. This is especially crucial in the realm of AI infrastructure, which has specific requirements for telemetry, power management, and enhanced security.

Servers are expected to remain operational for several years, often outliving the hardware standards and protocols that necessitated their design. For instance, static BMC silicon lacks the capability to adapt to new security or performance requirements without a complete chip redesign. L-Nex™, on the other hand, allows for ongoing updates and adjustments through authenticated software and FPGA bitstream modifications.

Key Features and Capabilities

The L-Nex™ platform leverages the open-source OpenBMC framework, integrating a range of functionalities including:

• - Upstream OpenBMC with support for Redfish, IPMI, PLDM/MCTP, and SPDM; providing essential source-delivered board support packages (BSP) and drivers.
• - A hardware root of trust that features secure and measurable boot capabilities, attestation, and adherence to NIST SP 800-193 firmware resiliency standards.
• - A pathway to post-quantum cryptography that does not require a complete overhaul of the management architecture.
• - Independent telemetry analytics that can predict thermal anomalies, assess fan failure, and reveal power trends.
• - A multi-silicon architecture across various FPGA families, minimizing reliance on a single source.

This innovative approach not only addresses the pressing need for adaptable management systems but also places customers in the driver’s seat by allowing them to shape their platforms according to specific needs during the design-in process.

Availability and Future Plans

Currently, L-Nex™ is under development, with plans to achieve production readiness by Q3 of 2027. Logic Fruit Technologies is actively reaching out to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), original design manufacturers (ODMs), hyperscalers, and infrastructure operators through its early evaluation and design-partner program. Interested parties can find more information by visiting www.logic-fruit.com.

About Logic Fruit Technologies

Logic Fruit Technologies specializes in visionary semiconductor engineering, focusing on FPGA and ASIC design alongside AI and machine learning applications. The company is dedicated to developing high-speed hardware solutions geared towards areas including AI, data centers, aerospace, defense, and various industrial sectors. By continually pushing the boundaries of technology and addressing evolving markets, Logic Fruit is poised to play a critical role in the future of semiconductor applications and infrastructure management.