Decoding Computing Power Needs: Embracing the Data Center Revolution in the AIGC Era

Originally, the primary function of computers was to perform calculations. However, as computing tasks become more complex, the demand for computing power has increased significantly, necessitating the construction of hyper-scale data centers to meet these needs.

In recent years, the rise of sophisticated AIGC models has driven a significant increase in computing power requirements. Data centers, as the fundamental infrastructure supporting this computing power, are facing new challenges. The focus is no longer just on design and construction but also on effective planning, operation, and maintenance.

So, what does the future hold for data centers in the era of AIGC (Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content)? As an infrastructure developer, Chayora is leading the way with concrete actions. By delivering high-density IT infrastructure solutions to top companies, Chayora provides the crucial support needed for corporate growth and advances the steady evolution of the data center industry.

The Surge in AIGC Demand and Its Impact on Data Centers

Recently, the rise of AIGC (Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content) has led to a significant increase in the demand for computing power, especially for data processing and analysis. Large model training and supporting real-time interactions require substantial computing resources. Estimates show that the pre-training data for large models now reach terabytes, and training a model like ChatGPT demands around 27.5 petaflop-seconds per day (equivalent to 27.5 days of computation at a rate of one trillion operations per second).

Moreover, as products evolve, new players enter the market, and general large models shift to more specific applications, there will be even greater demand for computing power. Thus, the ability of data centers to deliver flexible and efficient computing resources is crucial for the advancement of AIGC.

Computing power remains a central element of the digital economy. As digital transformation and “new infrastructure” continue to evolve, the overall societal need for computing power is escalating. Jin Zhuanglong, Minister of Industry and Information Technology, highlighted this trend at the China-Africa Digital Capacity Building Cooperation Forum on October 19, predicting a nearly 30% growth in data center scale over the next five years.

This increasing demand not only calls for more computing power but also emphasizes the importance of efficient usage and sustainable, low-carbon development.

These market demands align with Chayora’s orientation of developing hyper-scale, operator-neutral data centers in China. Chayora adheres to high standards of flexibility, efficiency, and performance in the planning, construction and operation of data centers, which are the key advantages of Chayora’s data centers.

Chayora is developing and operating the world-leading hyper-scale data center campuses in China. It offers highly reliable and efficient wholesale hosting and built-to-suit data center solutions, providing the essential computing power and infrastructure support for top-tier companies with high-density IT demands.

Differentiating in a Competitive Market: Developing High-Density Data Center Solutions

The data center market is now extremely competitive, and standing out a significant challenge. Chayora has tackled this by focusing on creating its own unique advantages.

The key strategies for Chaoya's differentiated competition is “built-to-suit data centers solution”. This approach is driven by the fast-paced changes of market demand, the emergence of diverse workloads, and the rapid evolution of technology and standards. Traditional fixed-architecture data centers can no longer keep up with these dynamic requirements. To address these challenges, data centers must adapt their architecture to meet specific customer needs, while also satisfying stringent workload and latency requirements. At the same time, they must minimize costs and power consumption

Therefore, meeting all of the above requirements is very challenging. Chayora’s commitment to differentiation and delivering a top-notch user experience is evident in its business model. The company provides build-to-suit data center solutions , offering a range of flexible infrastructure solutions designed to match the diverse needs of its clients.

For instance, at the Chayora Tianjin data center, the company meticulously customizes the infrastructure to align with each customer's unique requirements, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. Chayora prioritizes comprehensive planning for critical infrastructure resources such as data center space, power, and networking. This meticulous approach ensures customers have the flexibility and scalability needed for business growth. Chayora’s solutions extend beyond traditional solutions. They are adaptable for use in various fields, including autonomous driving, science and medicine, manufacturing, and smart cities, addressing both current and future high-density requirements.

Today, the Chayora’s Tianjin Data Center can expand from hosting to hyper-scale, with the facility offering over 300MW of available power. The data center employs a dual-coil air conditioning system coupled with a wind wall cooling method, leveraging Tianjin’s natural cold sources year-round. It also features closed hot aisles and room-based cooling, effectively managing energy consumption, eliminating hot spots, and reducing potential risks.

Chayora’s vision goes beyond just meeting today’s needs. The company is committed to further investment in China, integrating international service expertise and project experience with local market demands. This strategy will allow Chayora to create a premier high-density data center “boutique” for Chinese clients while also supporting foreign enterprises looking to establish a presence in China.

Chayora: Innovating to Meet Diverse Customer Needs

“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail”. Chayora operates on the belief that every customer is unique. By closely collaborating with clients, the company provides build-to-suit solutions to meet clients’ specific needs and focuses on mutual growth and exploring new possibilities.

The domestic IDC market has become quite concentrated. Chayora is actively seeking breakthroughs to capture a larger market share.

Recognizing industry trends, Chayora strategically entered the Chinese market with foresight. “The Development Plan for Digital Economy during the 14th Five-Year Plan Period” outlines that by 2023, key national computing network nodes will be established in regions including Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, the Yangtze River Delta, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Chengdu-Chongqing, Guizhou, Inner Mongolia, Gansu, and Ningxia. Based on this , Chayora is also planning to expanding its data center projects across these regions.

The company is also focused on energy efficiency, continuously optimizing Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE). For example, the cooling system at the Chayora Tianjin Data Center utilizes innovative pre-cooling technology to extend natural cooling, lowering the annual average PUE to 1.19 and offering customers 100% renewable energy options. Chayora is also exploring cutting-edge solutions like liquid cooling, and planning pilot projects based on customer needs in future data center designs and constructions.

Additionally, to meet the growing demands of AI customers, Chayora will soon introduce “AI-Ready” data center solutions. These solutions will be designed for rapid deployment without requiring retrofits, keeping pace with market trends and advancements in AIGC (Artificial Intelligence-Generated Content). Each rack at Chayora's data centers delivers up to 80kW of power, supporting the training and continuous fine-tuning of large data models. This capability is essential for helping AI industry leaders and innovators bring their AI visions to life.

Chayora’s 360° centralized management system stands out for its responsiveness and intelligence, and may increase operational efficiency by 15%. The company's data centers are designed with a growth mindset, and may provide corporate clients with ample space and power to support their expansion strategies across China. Through their strategic partner EdgeConneX, Chayora enables clients to quickly access over 50 key global markets around the world.

Summary:

Facing the challenges of the AIGC era, data centers must evolve with technological advancements and innovative models. Chayora’s data center developments play a crucial role in advancing China's computing economy and supporting the high-quality growth of the digital economy, including AIGC. Chayora has always been actively embracing these changes. With its full-stack approach, Chayora helps customers build efficient, green, and competitive data center to tackle various computing challenges in the AIGC era.

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