ASI Technology Summit

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When you attend live ASI Technology Summit sessions, you’ll have many opportunities to win awesome daily prizes and Grand Prize Giveaways!

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The ASI Technology Summit returns for 2024 and we are geared up to offer the latest educational training and valuable insights into the most innovative products and technologies in the industry. Over the course of five days, we’ll present a series of one-hour specialized training sessions, scheduled from March 11th to 15th, running from 11:00am to 12:00pm PST daily.

This year, we are doing something new for each of our quarterly Technology Summits in that we will make a donation to a national charity in the amount of $5 per attendee for up to $1,500. The charity for the Q1 ASI Technology Summit is St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Join us and dive into live seminars led by technology leaders including Intel, Seagate, Microsoft, and ASUS. Learn about:

  • A review of the new 5th Gen Intel Xeon processor, including performance results that are being achieved through Intel’s advanced accelerators.
  • The features and capabilities of the latest generation of Intel Core Ultra Processors.
  • Seagate’s latest Mozaic 3+ HDD and innovative HAMR technology that increase density, reduces power consumption and improves overall TCO.
  • How Windows Server 2022 coupled with the latest 5th Gen Intel Xeon processors can keep innovation high and costs low in the long run.
  • A detailed review of the ASUS NUC roadmap that includes the new ASUS ROG NUC.

Attend as many of the daily sessions as your schedule permits and you will have a chance to win one of our Daily Prizes, but if you attend all of the sessions, you will be entered into the raffle drawing for the Grand Prize — an ASUS NUC 13 Pro with Intel Core i7-1360P, 16GB Memory, 2TB SSD, Windows 11, Microsoft Office, and 32” Viewsonic Curved Monitor ($1,600 retail value).

Technology Summit Schedule

Intel

The AI Generation is Here

Monday, March 11, 2024
11:00am PDT/2:00pm EDT

Presenter: Peter Tea, Data and AI Specialist at Intel

5th Generation Intel Xeon processors offer improved performance across multiple use case environments, include integrated compute specific accelerators, provide the most advanced silicon-based security capabilities, and are socket compatible with 4th Gen Intel Xeon processors to deliver exceptional TCO enhancements. Join Intel’s Peter Tea to learn about the new features of the 5th Gen Intel Xeon processor. Peter will review the performance results that are being achieved through Intel’s advanced accelerators, the benefits delivered in various AI applications, the importance of software as part of the solution stack, and will offer a future look at Intel’s Xeon processor roadmap.

Attend this session and enter to win an MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo B1MG-020US Notebook ($1,750 value).

Intel

Intel Core Ultra, Accelerating Client AI

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
11:00am PDT/2:00pm EDT

Presenter: Steve Forsberg, Intel Client Group – Director, Large Ent. & Gov.

With advanced processor technologies, hardened security, increased AI optimization and market ready remote management, the latest generation of Intel Core Ultra Processors enable system integrators to provide state-of-the-art systems to their clients no matter their use case. The Intel Core Ultra includes an integrated NPU to accelerate AI and delivers a 25% reduction in power consumption to improve battery life in notebooks. These integrated hardware capabilities combined with an aging PC workforce create the opportunity to engage in the 2024 PC Refresh Cycle. Join Intel for an in-depth discussion about the features and capabilities of the new Intel Core Ultra processor.

Attend this session and enter to win an ASUS NUC 13 Pro with Intel Core i5-1340P ($1,300 value).

Seagate

Data is Currency

Wednesday, March 13, 2024
11:00am PDT/2:00pm EDT

Presenter: Austin Woodard, Sales Representative

We live in a data economy driven by the need to store information at scale that will be used to fuel AI inference and machine learning applications. This data growth and value is increasing faster than storage capacity. Seagate’s latest Mozaic 3+ HDD delivers unprecedented areal densities of 3TB per disk and beyond leveraging Seagate’s HAMR technology to provide hard disk drives that offer up to 30TB of capacity. Join Seagate to learn about this innovative nanoscale recording technology that increase density, reduces power consumption and improves overall TCO.

Attend this session and enter to win a Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD – 4 to be raffled! ($130 value each)

Microsoft

Windows Server 2022 Powered by Intel: Modernized Means Optimized

Thursday, March 14, 2024
11:00am PDT/2:00pm EDT

Presenter: Sakina Syed, Trainer

Understanding Windows Server Lifecycle dates and the security enhancements, as well as feature benefits, of the latest server editions are essential to channel growth that occurs during product refresh cycles. Windows Server 2022’s increased speed coupled with the accelerator-enabled latest gen Intel® Xeon® processors can keep innovation high and costs low in the long run. Join Microsoft to learn more about the server refresh opportunity.

Attend this session and enter to win an XBOX Series X ($499 value).

ASUS

ASUS NUC Roadmap

Friday, March 15, 2024
11:00am PDT/2:00pm EDT

Presenter: Chris Halversen, US Business Development Manager, ASUS NUC

The small form factor compute market has proven to be a significant growth segment for the entire SI/VAR channel. Developed through a partnership between ASUS and Intel, the ASUS NUC delivers uncompromised performance, the highest level of quality, technically advanced features, and innovative designs to provide resellers with a variety of solutions that support a wide range of vertical markets. Join Chris Halversen from ASUS for a detailed review of the ASUS NUC roadmap including the introduction of new Intel Core Ultra models with advanced AI capabilities and the new ASUS ROG NUC.

Attend this session and enter to win an ASUS TUF Gaming 32″ 1440P HDR Curved Monitor (VG32VQ1B) ($329 value).

Grand Prize Giveaway

Attend all of the sessions and enter to win the Grand Prize Giveaway – an ASUS NUC 13 Pro with Intel Core i7-1360P, 16GB Memory, 2TB SSD, Windows 11, Microsoft Office, and 32” Viewsonic Curved Monitor ($1,600 retail value).

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ASI Technology Summit Q4 2023 Sessions Available On-Demand

The Q4 2023 ASI Technology Summit, which took place Dec. 4-8, 2023,
included in-depth seminars from Micron, Solidigm, Intel, PNY, and ASUS.

Micron

Innovation makes new solutions possible

Presented by Andrew Mierau | Sr. Product Marketing Mgr.
Live Session Recorded Dec. 4, 2023

Explore the advancements in data center innovation facilitated by Micron’s products and technology, encompassing high-speed DDR5 DRAM and high-capacity SSDs. Micron offers a broad array of memory and storage products tailored for data centers, empowering state-of-the-art applications like artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), high-frequency trading (HFT), and more.

Solidigm

Solidigm – Solving Edge Challenges with Hyper-Dense Storage

Presented by Aaron Addison | Strategic AE/ PC KAM IT Endpoint Team
Roger Corell | Solutions Marketing Director
Dave Stanton | Distribution Account Manager

Live Session Recorded Dec. 5, 2023

The demand for data storage at the edge is growing two times fast than the storage needs at the core. Additionally, edge storage is located farther from the core center increasing the need for higher capacity solutions that deliver low latency, provide exceptional performance, and are highly reliable. The Solidigm D5-P5336 SSD is the world’s highest capacity PCIs SSD solution on the market. Supporting 61.44TB of fast QLC NAND storage, the D5-P5336 is an ideal solution to solve the data storage demands of edge computing. Join Solidigm for an in-depth session on the challenges associated with edge data storage, the opportunity for channel resellers and how Solidigm SSD help solve the challenges of density, and speed.

Intel

2024 PC Refresh Cycle

Presented by Sarah Wieskus | Intel General Manager Commercial Client Sales
Live Session Recorded Dec. 6, 2023

With advanced processor technologies, hardened security, increased AI optimization and market ready remote management, the latest generation of Intel Core Processors enable system integrators to provide state-of-the-art systems to their clients no matter their use case. These hardware capabilities combined with an aging PC workforce create the opportunity to engage in the 2024 PC Refresh Cycle. Join Intel for an in-depth discussion about the value-add solutions and benefits that channel resellers can provide by leveraging Intel technologies.

PNY

NVIDIA Professional and Enterprise GPUs from PNY

Presented by Willy Ortiz | Field Sales Engineer Manager
Live Session Recorded Dec. 7, 2023

NVIDIA’s Professional and Enterprise GPUs redefine acceleration across all scales, fueling the most sophisticated AI and image rendering workloads globally. Tailored for continuous high-performance operation, PNY graphics cards stand out for their superior craftsmanship.

ASUS

ASUS Motherboard Refresh + Notebook Portfolio Update

Presented by Michael Vo | OPBG Senior Field Application Engineer
Sean Rose | Bus. Dev. Manager

Live Session Recorded Dec. 8 2023

Discover the future of ASUS products in our exclusive webinar, where we’ll delve into a concise product roadmap and conduct an in-depth analysis of the ASUS Z790 II Refresh and ASUS TRX50 NPI Update. Plus, for those currently selling or considering award-winning ASUS laptops, don’t miss the special segment highlighting the best-selling product SKUs for 2024. Join us for insights that will shape your technology landscape.

ASI Technology Summit Q3 2023 Sessions Available On-Demand

The Q3 2023 ASI Technology Summit, which took place Sept. 11-15, 2023,
included in-depth seminars from Intel, ASUS, LG, Chenbro, and Microsoft.

Intel

Intel ARC Graphics Card Solutions

Presented by Hangmei Chen, Americas Graphics Sales Specialist
Jamie Gwilliam, Product Management for Workstations

Live Session Recorded Sept. 11, 2023

Intel continues the evolution of their GPU product line with the latest release of the Intel branded ARC Pro, a professional graphics card engineered for workstation applications. Designed with premium components, an aluminum base plate, and a high-density fan the Intel ARC Pro is manufactured for high performing applications. Tested and certified by Autodesk, Bentley, Dassault Systemes, PTC and Siemens the Intel ARC Pro brings a competitive solution to the “true workstation” market.

ASUS

ASUS – Delivering the Broadest Portfolio of Channel Solutions

Presented by Michael Vo, Senior Field Application Engineer
Sean Rose, Sr. Distribution and DMR Account Manager

Live Session Recorded Sept. 12, 2023

Learn more about what ASUS has to offer to empower today’s digital transformation. At ASUS we strive to provide innovative full-stack solutions from device to cloud, and from this session you will learn about the latest ASUS Solutions including NUC PCs, laptops, motherboards, graphics cards and more.

LG

Discover the Future of Computing: Unveiling the Excellence of LG Laptops and Displays.

Presented by Aaron Addison, Strategic AE/ PC KAM IT Endpoint Team
Live Session Recorded Sept. 13, 2023

Dive into the world of innovation as we present the reasons behind embracing the sales of acclaimed LG laptops and cutting-edge displays. Witness the recognition garnered by LG gram laptops, crowned the Best Laptops of CES 2023 by esteemed authorities such as CNET, Laptop Mag, PCMag, Tom’s Guide, and more. Now available through ASI, these extraordinary devices are set to redefine excellence in the computing landscape.

Explore the diverse spectrum of LG displays, ranging from QHD/FHD monitors to specialized solutions, including the immersive UltraGear™ gaming monitors, expansive UltraWide® widescreen monitors, and the breathtaking clarity of UltraFine™ 4k UHD Monitors. Experience the synergy of innovation and performance.

Chenbro

Customizable Intel-Based Server Solutions

Presented by Ian Armitage, Technical Expert
Live Session Recorded Sept. 14, 2023

With rapid changes in the server market, it’s more important than ever to adapt quickly. That’s where Chenbro comes in. Our highly customizable pre-tested solutions, design support, and fast service ensure you can nimbly provide servers built for the specs and scale your customers require.

Microsoft

Windows 11 Opportunities in the Gaming Market & More

Presented by Ryan J. Whitehead, Microsoft Master Trainer
Live Session Recorded Sept. 15 2023

Join Microsoft Commercial Master Trainer, Ryan J. Whitehead, to learn more about Windows 11. Explore how this operating system enhances user experience through an intuitive interface, features to help you be productive, and simple to understand security. Plus learn about Windows 11’s dedication to the gaming community. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a devoted gamer, join us for informative session on Windows 11.

ASI Technology Summit Q2 2023 Sessions Available On-Demand

The Q2 2023 ASI Technology Summit, which took place June 19-23,
included in-depth seminars from Samsung, Microchip, Intel, ASUS, and ViewSonic.

Samsung

Samsung SSD Product Portfolio Overview & Roadmap

Presented by Tim Moleti | Distribution Sales Manager – Memory
Live Session Recorded June 19, 2023

Join the Samsung Team to see what’s on the horizon for Samsung SSDs. Offering SATA, NVMe, and Portable SSDs – explore the 2023 product mix.

Microchip

Powering the Great Outdoors with PoE

Presented by Alan Jay Zwiren | Senior Product Marketing Manager
Live Session Recorded June 20, 2023

This webinar presents how Microchip, the inventor of Power over Ethernet has a full range of Outdoor Midspans and PoE Switches to power any Outdoor PoE Device. It also covers how Microchip is providing the latest in high speed Midspans for Wi-Fi® 6 and 5G Access Points.

Intel

Leveraging the built in accelerators on the 4th Generation Intel Scalable Xeon Processor

Presented by Peter Tea | Intel FSE Data Center Systems Group
Live Session Recorded June 21, 2023

The 4th Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors are engineered with advanced accelerators that are targeted to boost performance across the fastest-growing workloads in AI, data analytics, networking, storage, and HPC. In this seassion Intel will highlight the performance benefits created by these accelerators and how this state-of-the-art design differentiates Intel’s processor efficiency from other competitors.

ASUS

The ASUS Portfolio – From laptops to Displays & DIY PC Components

Presented by Donald Leung | Sr. Director of Sales
Sean Rose| Business Development Manager

Live Session Recorded June 22, 2023

Join ASUS to learn more about what ASUS has to offer to empower today’s digital transformation. At ASUS we strive to provide innovative full-stack solutions from device to cloud, and from this session you will learn the latest laptops, commercial displays, motherboards graphics cards and more.

ViewSonic

Commercial Displays / Interactive Flat Panels

Presented by Sean Liu | Sr. Business Line Manager
Bryan Phann | Sr. Business Line Manager

Live Session Recorded June 23, 2023

A time for new growth and opportunity. As ViewSonic grows and grows, we keep finding our display solutions in more and more venues, locations, schools, and businesses. Join the ViewSonic team to learn how you can fuel your business growth by adding ViewSonic Commercial Displays and Interactive Flat Panels to your product portfolio.

ASI Technology Summit Q1 2023 Sessions Available On-Demand

The Q1 2023 ASI Technology Summit, which took place March 6-9, 2023,
included in-depth seminars from Intel, Solidigm, Micron & PNY.

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Introducing the New 4th Generation Intel Scalable Xeon Processor Code named Sapphire Rapids

Presented by Peter Tea, Intel Data Center & Cloud Specialist
Live Session Recorded March 6, 2023

Introducing 4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, designed to accelerate performance across the fastest-growing workloads in AI, data analytics, networking, storage, and HPC. These processors have highly advanced built-in accelerators offering a more efficient way to achieve higher overall performance. In addition, the 4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors have advanced security technologies to help protect data in an ever-changing landscape of threats. Learn about the specific accelerator combinations, SKU workload optimization, technology changes and security enhancements that will help unlock new opportunities for business growth.

Solidigm

Solidigm’s Family of Enterprise SSD

Presented by Roger Corell, Product Messaging and Positioning Director, Solidigm Datacenter Group
Live Session Recorded March 7, 2023

Solidigm combines decades of innovation and deep industry insights to deliver best-in-class Solid State Drives for a range of real world workloads from cloud to enterprise. Watch this on-demand in-depth discussion covering their high-performance D7 Series, Hyper-dense D5 Series, and SATA based legacy D3 series of SSD – all backed by industry leading quality, reliability, and customer support.

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Supercharging Your Data Center

Presented by Andrew Mierau, Sr. Product Marketing Manager, and Kent Smith, Enterprise SSD and Server DRAM Product Marketing
Live Session Recorded March 8, 2023

From high-speed DDR5 DRAM to high-capacity SSDs, learn how Micron products and technology are driving data center innovation. Micron provides an extensive range of data center memory and storage products that enable cutting-edge applications such as artificial intelligence (AI), high performance computing (HPC), high frequency trading (HFT) and many more.

PNY

Learn about the latest NVIDIA Professional GPUs and NVIDIA Networking Products

Presented by Willy Ortiz, Field Sales Engineer Manager, PNY
Live Session Recorded March 9, 2023

Learn how NVIDIA® professional GPUs enable everything from stunning industrial design to advanced special effects to complex scientific visualization – and why they are widely regarded as the world’s preeminent visual computing platform. The key to the performance of modern data center infrastructure lies in the network fabric and infrastructure design. Learn how NVIDIA Networking solutions can maximize AI and HPC Applications.

ASI Technology Summit 2022 Sessions Available On-Demand