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USB4 RDMA implementation could boost local LLM performance

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An experimental implementation of Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) over USB4 has been demonstrated, potentially enabling high-speed data transfer between devices connected via USB4. This development, detailed in a blog post, could significantly enhance performance for applications requiring rapid data exchange, such as local large language model (LLM) operations. AI

IMPACT This development could significantly improve the speed and efficiency of local LLM inference by enabling faster data transfer between devices.

RANK_REASON Research into a new implementation of a data transfer protocol. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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USB4 RDMA implementation could boost local LLM performance

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/alanoo ·

    USB4 RDMA seems doable

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Just found this blog : <a href="https://blog.hellas.ai/blog/thunderbolt-ibverbs/">https://blog.hellas.ai/blog/thunderbolt-ibverbs/</a></p> <p>Experimental implementation of RDMA, demonstrated on two Strix Halo<br /> Did a quick search and can't r…

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