HP Battle 99: Perfect integration of 13th generation Intel Core processors and HP’s one-stop AI application development solution

In recent years, with the increasing demand for office mobility, automation, and intelligence, high-performance workstations have become more widely used in various industries. However, traditional desktop workstations are no longer able to meet the needs of many scenarios due to their large size, heavy weight, and lack of flexibility. However, thanks to the continued development of hardware technology and manufacturing processes, mobile workstations have emerged.

As a global leader in the field of mobile workstations, HP has been committed to the research, development and innovation of mobile workstations. With much anticipation, HP has finally launched its latest mobile workstation: the 2023 Zhan 99 Core Edition mobile workstation. This mobile workstation is a product that performs very well in all aspects, integrating high performance, security, comprehensive interfaces, long battery life, and high durability. This durable, high-end device is equipped with enhanced collaboration features and professional-grade components to quickly run professional software applications such as CAD, 3D creation, modeling and rendering, and has been carefully crafted with HP Data Science: a one-stop AI application development solution. It greatly improves the efficiency of data analysis, visualization and machine learning.

The hardware configuration of HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation is very powerful, including the 13th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor, a high-end professional graphics card, 32G DDR5 memory and a 1T solid-state drive

The 13th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor has excellent processing performance, including 6 performance cores and 8 energy-efficiency cores, as well as 20 threads of processing power. The highest turbo frequency of the performance core is 4.7Ghz, and the highest turbo frequency of the energy efficiency core is 4.5Ghz. By using Cinebench R23 professional software for CPU score evaluation, the multi-core score is 14960pts and the single-core score is 1654pts, exceeding other CPUs with the same configuration. With powerful hardware support, it can effectively eliminate latency issues and help handle complex multitasking

HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation is equipped with high-end professional graphics cards. With the cooperation of powerful CPU and professional graphics cards, it can quickly handle large-scale projects and 3D modeling workloads. It can not only run Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and other software perform complex image processing operations. Professional software 3DMARK was used for graphics card score evaluation. In the Fire Strike evaluation project, the graphics card score was 20717, the physics score was 26212, and the overall score was 7575. In the Time Spy evaluation project, the graphics card score was 7618 and the CPU score was 11937. The evaluation results show that the graphics card performance is at the level of high-end independent graphics cards.

It is not easy to develop AI applications. Not only are most of the system development environments that AI applications rely on based on Linus/Ubuntu OS, but most of the developers' daily applications are based on Windows, requiring dual systems or different machines. Moreover, the installation, setup and update of the system development environment that AI applications rely on are cumbersome and time-consuming. In particular, developers often need to use multiple different development tools at the same time. Therefore, for beginners, the threshold for AI application development is relatively high.

In response to the above pain points, HP launched HP Data Science: a one-stop AI application development solution after careful design and polishing. This solution can be adapted to multiple systems and models and has strong compatibility. It also saves setup and update time, effectively improving the efficiency of enterprise development environment deployment. So how does it achieve simplicity and ease of use?

First of all, at the system level, we have created a simple and easy-to-use system environment. Through WSL2 technology, the officially certified Ubuntu operating system subsystem is supported in the Windows operating system. In this way, on the same machine, we can perform AI/Ubuntu development and daily Windows application operations. In addition, at the tool level, we have achieved great unification. Our HP Data Science Stack Manager integrates the industry's mainstream AI development tools. Through software and hardware optimization settings, you only need one-stop installation and you can start using it. This solves problems such as piracy that may occur when downloading software from the browser, and can automatically update the latest versions and drivers. We can think of it as an app store for AI technicians, providing a more convenient experience. Specifically, our development software includes TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Python, RAPIDS, etc. Our open source tools include Git, Docker, Visual Studio Code, CUDA, etc. In addition, we also support hybrid cloud, including Microsoft Azure, AWS and other cloud platforms

The installation process for HP’s data science solutions is very simple. Just click on the official website link to download. After downloading, click the button to the right of "Available" in the picture below, and then click "Install" to complete the installation of the main part. The installation process for other optional parts is the same as this

One-click installation completes the installation of various commonly used development tools. It is truly a simple and easy-to-use product, which perfectly saves beginners from getting started to giving up. The specific development tools after installation are shown in the figure below:

After the installation is complete, you can enter wsl in the search bar and click Windows Subsystem for Linux to enter the Linux system environment. As shown below:

HP’s one-stop AI application development solution greatly simplifies the establishment of a development environment. Users only need one-click installation to complete most of the preliminary preparations required for large-scale model application deployment, including installation of key system components such as the Linux operating system, GPU driver, CUDA, cuDNN, as well as the Python programming environment, Anaconda integrated development environment, Git code and model download and management tools and Visual Studio Code code editor. Normally, these steps require professional engineers to spend a whole day configuring them one by one. However, with HP's one-stop AI application development solution, users can successfully complete the environment configuration in just 2-3 hours, greatly improving the efficiency of environment deployment

After successfully installing the one-stop AI application development solution, how to complete the application development of the large model? The specific steps are to first start the Ubuntu subsystem under WSL2. Since Data Science Stack Manager has pre-installed the Anaconda integrated development environment, corresponding virtual environments can be created for different large models. Next, use the Git tool to download the source code and model files required for the large model. With the help of hardware support provided by professional graphics cards and pre-configured drivers, CUDA, cuDNN and other software environments, large model deployment and application can be successfully completed. So what tasks of AI application development can be completed? Let’s first take a look at the GPT-like model (large language model) that has become popular this year. The picture below is an example of a question for the Baichuan large model (Baichuan2-7B-Chat-4bits) launched by Baichuan Intelligence:

After this question, the GPU still has a certain amount of video memory remaining. The usage of GPU is shown in the figure below:

Please use ChatGLM2 (chatglm2-6b-int4) jointly developed by Tsinghua University and Zhipu AI to conduct the question test:

Similarly, the GPU memory still has a certain margin, and there is more remaining than the Baichuan large model (the reason is that ChatGLM2 has fewer model parameters than Baichuan2), so when the question context length is longer, ChatGLM2 can be given priority ( chatglm2-6b-int4). The GPU usage is shown in the figure below:

One of the widely praised AI applications is the Vincentian graph model, in addition to the large language model. Taking Stable Diffusion as an example, we can adjust parameters and enter prompts. In this example, our prompt is "There are two cats on the grass", and the generated rendering is as follows:

In addition to the large language model and the Vincentian graph model, there are other models for mutual conversion of modalities. Here, the video-generated text model Whisper is used as an example. Using this model can improve the efficiency of work and learning, such as converting meeting content into text. An example is a TED speech video. The generated text is as follows:

In addition to its super performance and unique one-stop AI application development solution, HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation also has large storage space. It is equipped with 64GB DDR5-5200 high-speed memory, which has excellent multi-tasking capabilities, ensuring that applications with large memory requirements can run smoothly, and you no longer have to worry about insufficient memory. By using professional software AIDA64 for memory performance evaluation, its memory reading speed reached 74223MB/s, writing speed was 71987MB/s, and copying speed was 69147MB/s. The memory test performance is very good, even if multiple large software are opened and run at the same time , and can also maintain a smooth user experience

At the same time, it is also equipped with a 1T consumer-grade solid-state drive (SSD), which has ultra-fast reading and writing speeds and can quickly start and load applications. The professional software CrystalDiskMark was used for evaluation. The measured sequential read speed was as high as 3561MB/s and the sequential write speed was 2981MB/s. Large-capacity storage can meet the storage needs of commonly used materials and work documents, eliminating the trouble of external hard drives.

Rewritten: The appearance design of the HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation is very refined and elegant. The body is made of dark gray, which is stable and fashionable. It can not only meet the professional needs of formal business occasions, but also suitable for daily office and entertainment. The machine is equipped with a 15.6-inch screen with a high refresh rate of 120Hz and a resolution of 2.5K. It adopts a narrow bezel design and anti-glare function to make the field of view more open and comfortable. The screen supports 100% sRGB high color gamut, and its color reproduction and detail expression are excellent, making it perfect for both picture editing and video processing. In addition, the opening and closing angle of the machine can reach 180°, which greatly improves the efficiency and comfort of work and entertainment

The power supply of the HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation uses a 150W slim smart external AC power adapter and a built-in HP long-lasting 6-cell, 83Wh lithium-ion polymer battery. It uses PCMark10 professional software to conduct modern office endurance tests and obtain actual evaluations. The battery life is 12h 46min, which can support efficient work all day long.

At the same time, it also supports fast charging technology, which can charge the battery to 50% in just 30 minutes. This means that even during business trips or meetings, power can be quickly restored with a short charge without the need for frequent plugging and unplugging. Charging is one step faster and the battery life is with you. This notebook provides the perfect combination of long-lasting battery life and fast charging function, which can not only fully utilize the notebook's long-term use needs, but also quickly respond to emergency charging needs. Carry it with you for worry-free meeting presentations and worry-free travel.

The HP War 99 Core Edition mobile workstation is equipped with HP Silent Keyboard, which has a full-size design and programmable keys and numeric keypad. It does not require an external keyboard, which is very convenient. The keyboard supports backlighting, making it clearly visible day or night. In addition, the keyboard is designed to be splash-proof, so you don’t have to worry if it accidentally splashes water. The touchpad is made of polyester film and supports multi-touch gestures. With the Microsoft precision touchpad, gesture operations are more convenient and smooth. The keyboard is also equipped with a fingerprint recognition module, which supports one-click startup and security verification, making work and life more intelligent and convenient. This keyboard is comfortable to type and has an outstanding feel. You can also set shortcut keys according to personal preferences, making it very suitable for video editing and office documents. The fingerprint recognition function increases safety when carrying out, and the silent design allows you to work with peace of mind in meetings and quiet places

HP Zhan 99 Core Edition mobile workstation has complete interface configurations and can handle a variety of office scenarios. There is an RJ45 network cable interface on the left side of the fuselage, which can be directly inserted into the network cable to connect to the wired network. In addition to the commonly used power interface and headphone/microphone combination jack, Zhan 99 provides a total of 4 USB interfaces, eliminating the need for an external hub or docking station. In addition, there is a nano security lock slot on the left side of the fuselage, which provides physical anti-theft features. Equipped with a security lock, the workstation can be securely locked to a fixed object, such as a booth or desk, thus providing additional anti-theft protection in public places, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

HP Zhan 99 Core Edition mobile workstation adopts a full range of hardware-level security protection technology, from BIOS chip to operating system to browser, to comprehensively protect the safety of use. It uses always-running hardware-enhanced elastic defense to fight against various modern threats, effectively blocking viruses, Trojans, phishing and other attacks, thereby avoiding security risks. At the same time, it also has a sturdy and durable all-aluminum body that meets military standards and can withstand the test of harsh environments, ensuring the longevity of the notebook. The addition of management tools also allows IT teams to deploy and manage the entire device fleet with ease. With this notebook, you can handle business core data with confidence. It can not only protect your work, but also keep your information assets safe and sound.

HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation is equipped with a 5-megapixel high-definition infrared camera that supports 88° ultra-wide-angle shooting. The smart follow function makes video conferencing more intelligent and efficient. It can automatically lock and track faces as long as they are within the camera's frame. Dual stereo speakers and dual digital array microphones provide an excellent audio experience and are the perfect choice for mobile offices and online meetings. AI noise reduction technology suppresses background audio to ensure that voice calls sound real and smooth. Advanced cameras and audio systems enable unimpeded audio-visual communication. Videos and calls can restore real scenes and sounds, making remote collaboration more efficient and accurate.

Compared with ordinary high-performance designer notebooks, the HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation has the excellent features of high performance, large storage, durability, safety and reliability. The carefully crafted one-stop AI application development solution provides customers with more convenient and effective solutions, greatly improving the efficiency of AI development. To sum up, HP Z99 Core Edition mobile workstation is the best choice for mobile office and AI development applications. It is strongly recommended that everyone buy it. You can click on JD.com’s self-operated official link to purchase.

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