WOLF-1440
Overview
Embedded AI and Video Conversion with NVIDIA RTX A4500
The VPX3U-A4500E-IO module includes an NVIDIA RTX A4500 embedded GPU and a WOLF FGX in a rugged 3U VPX module. The NVIDIA Ampere architecture includes CUDA cores for parallel processing, Tensor cores for dedicated AI accelerated compute, and Ray Tracing cores for superior rendering speeds. The WOLF FGX provides video conversion for formats that are not native to the GPU, such as SDI and analog formats.
The NVIDIA Ampere architecture has introduced many significant improvements to the performance and efficiency of the GPU, with more flexible CUDA FP32/INT core use, more efficient third generation Tensor cores, and second generation RT cores. The Ampere GPU fabrication uses an 8nm manufacturing process providing significant power improvements which, along with other Ampere architecture improvements, can provide up to 154 GFLOPS/W, providing almost twice the performance per slot compared to the previous Turing generation’s 86 GFLOPS/W or the Pascal generation’s 62 GFLOPS/W.
Unlocking the best performance requires the best cooling capability. WOLF’s advanced cooling technology is designed to move heat using a low weight, high efficiency path from the GPU die to the wedgelocks.
Block Diagram
The block diagram depicts the RTX A4500 (Ampere) GPU paired with FGX video conversion, showing how SDI/analog-class signals are converted and bridged to GPU processing. It highlights the PCIe/streaming paths that move low-latency video into the GPU pipeline and return processed content to converted outputs.
Features
WOLF-1440 is a rugged 3U VPX module that combines an NVIDIA RTX A4500 Ampere embedded GPU with WOLF FGX video conversion to support embedded AI/HPEC processing alongside SDI and analog video workflows. The module includes 16 GB GDDR6 256-bit memory with up to 512 GB/s bandwidth and supports 2x 3G-SDI inputs, 2x DisplayPort 1.4 outputs (configurable for HDMI or DVI), and 2 converted video outputs selectable as 3G-SDI, CVBS, or RGB. The design includes a configurable PCIe Gen4 switch with IPMI system management and NVIDIA GPUDirect RDMA with SOSA aligned support for the 14.2.3 legacy payload slot profile.
GPU Features
- Video inputs/outputs:
- 2x 3G-SDI inputs
- 2x DisplayPort 1.4 outputs
- DP outputs can be configured for HDMI/DVI
- 2x converted video outputs: 3G-SDI, CVBS or RGB
- Ampere GPU parallel processing:
- CUDA Toolkit 12, CUDA Compute capability 8.6
- OpenCL 3.0, DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, OpenGL ES 3.2, Vulkan 1.2
- 184 Tensor Cores (3rd Gen)
- 46 Ray Tracing cores (2nd Gen)
- Error Correcting Code (ECC) memory
- NVENC (7th Gen) and NVDEC (5th Gen) with up to 8K video encoding and hardware decoding support
Connectivity / System Management
- On-board IPMI controller for system management
- NVIDIA GPUDirect RDMA support
- Configurable PCIe Gen4 switch
- Windows and Linux drivers
- NVIDIA Ampere driver support host CPU requirement: Intel E, S/H/H35 or AMD H/HS Class
Mechanical / Open Systems Architecture
- High level of ruggedization:
- Rugged conduction cooled
- Operating temperature: - 40°C to +70°C standard, operational to +85°C
- Vibration (sine wave): 10G peak, 5 - * Shock: Conduction Cooled 40G peak
- Dimensions: 160mm x 100mm x 25.4mm
- Weight (approximately): TBD
- ANSI/VITA 48, 65 (VPX- REDI, OpenVPX)
- SOSA Aligned support for 14.2.3 legacy profile
Specifications
Key configuration and performance parameters for WOLF-1440 are summarized below for quick comparison. Values shown reflect the standard module configuration; contact WOLF if you need a tailored build or a specific payload profile.
Configuration Guide
The following table defines series of common order codes for the VPX3U-A4500E-IO module. The asterisks denote characters of the part number that are defined based on common configuration options.
Some configuration options for this module include:
- Display Interfaces
- I/O configuration options
- Conformal Coatings
- Variant Locked
- Default Power Threshold
- PCIe Configuration Options
Contact Sales for the latest Ordering Numbers and available options.
Representative ordering numbers
| Ordering Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 144033-F***-***VPX3vA0 | 3U VPX, Conduction Cooled, 1”, NVIDIA Ampere RTX A4500 and WOLF FGX, 80W, 3x SDI output, 3x SDI input, Front Panel 2x 1000Base-T Ethernet |
| 144033-F***-***VPX3vA0 | 3U VPX, Conduction Cooled, 1”, NVIDIA Ampere RTX A4500 and WOLF FGX, 80W, 2x SDI output, 4x Analog output, no SDI input, Front Panel 2x 1000Base-T Ethernet |
Related Products
- NVIDIA RTX A4500 (GA104)
- 5888 CUDA Cores, 184 Tensor Cores
- 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
- PCIe Gen 4
- SOSA Payload
- Module power 70–160 W
- NVIDIA RTX A4500 (GA104)
- 5888 CUDA Cores, 184 Tensor Cores
- 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
- PCIe Gen 4, 100GbE
- SOSA Payload
- Module power 100–140 W
FAQ
Choose WOLF-1440 when your system must handle SDI and/or analog-class video workflows that are not native GPU interfaces.
WOLF-1440 is typically selected when:
- You need SDI inputs for ingest into GPU processing
- You need converted outputs (e.g., SDI/CVBS/RGB) for downstream equipment
- You still want strong GPU compute for AI/HPEC and visualization
If you only need DP/HDMI/DVI outputs, a DP-only module is usually simpler and reduces integration complexity.
Confirm the end-to-end video flow early (source format → processing → sink format).
This module supports:
- Inputs: 2x 3G-SDI
- Native outputs: 2x DisplayPort 1.4 (configurable for HDMI/DVI)
- Converted outputs: 2 outputs selectable as 3G-SDI, CVBS, or RGB
A best practice is to lock the required sink formats early because they drive chassis I/O, cabling, and downstream compatibility.
WOLF-1440 aligns to the SOSA legacy payload slot profile 14.2.3.
Integration checks to confirm early:
- Your chassis/backplane supports the expected legacy profile routing
- Your video I/O expectations match how the platform routes rear I/O
- Your power/thermal plan supports the configured envelope
Legacy-profile modules integrate most smoothly when the platform architecture explicitly supports that profile family.
The most impactful choices map to I/O integration:
- I/O configuration: how the converted outputs are configured (SDI vs CVBS vs RGB)
- Display configuration: DP vs HDMI/DVI options
- PCIe configuration: aligns GPU feeding to system topology
- Power threshold (configuration dependent within the module’s range): must match chassis cooling
Contact Sales for the latest ordering numbers and available configuration options.