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September 2024 Update on Applied Digital’s Cutting-Edge Ellendale AI Data Center

The September update provides insights into the development of Applied Digital's Ellendale AI Data Center in North Dakota. This 363,000 square-foot facility, designed to support a 100MW IT load, is tailored to meet AI processing demands. It features advanced infrastructure, including dedicated utility areas and liquid cooling systems, to enhance energy efficiency.

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The Ellendale AI Data Center covers 363,000 square feet with a 100MW IT load capacity.

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The facility has three levels, each optimized for different computing needs, including 50MW IT load data halls.

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Advanced cooling systems use North Dakota's climate for energy efficiency.

In the September update, we get an exciting sneak peek at the progress of the utility substation and three levels of Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center in North Dakota. This cutting-edge facility, spanning 363,000 square feet and built to handle a 100MW IT load, is designed to meet the intense demands of AI technologies.

The first level is dedicated to critical utilities, which form the backbone of the facility’s robust infrastructure, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted operations. On the second and third levels, we see expansive data halls, each supporting 50MW IT loads. These levels are optimized for high-performance computing environments, offering scalable resources to handle the ever-growing requirements of AI-driven workloads.

Additionally, the facility incorporates advanced liquid cooling systems, leveraging North Dakota’s naturally cold climate for enhanced energy efficiency and sustainability. As construction advances, the Ellendale AI Data Center is on track to set new benchmarks in AI infrastructure, reflecting Applied Digital’s ongoing commitment to innovation.

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