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The IBM machine, which is still in development, is slated to arrive at Argonne in 2012, the report said. The ultra-speedy computer will be 20 times faster than any of the other computers at Argonne

Powered by 16 core Power A2 processor. that consume between 20 and 65 watts, with typical usage being in the 55W range. Overall 5-6 MW for the whole system without cooling power.
Argon Labs should provide some 20-30MW for its operational use. Presumably the Mira supercomputer goal is to build a better battery before the Chinese do – and take over that industry, too.

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