--- title: "AI On-Prem Appliance" url: "https://www.qualcomm.com/internet-of-things/solutions/ai-on-prem-appliance" description: "The Dragonwing AI On-Prem Appliance delivers cloud-grade AI performance with the efficiency, security, and control of local deployment. " --- # AI On-Prem Appliance Qualcomm Dragonwing™ Contact Sales The Dragonwing AI On-Prem Appliance delivers cloud-grade AI performance with the efficiency, security, and control of local deployment. Powered by Qualcomm Technologies' cutting-edge hardware technologies and software capabilities, these high-performance systems are engineered to transform operations across industries—without the risks or dependencies of cloud-only infrastructure. Get started developing with Qualcomm AI On-Prem appliances. From ready-to-use, pre‑compiled models to optimized computer vision and large language models, the resources below help you move from evaluation to production faster—no cloud required. - [Platform SDK](https://softwarecenter.qualcomm.com/catalog/item/aic_platform)​ - [Apps SDK](https://softwarecenter.qualcomm.com/catalog/item/aic_apps)​ - [Pre-compiled model catalog](http://qualcom-qpc-models.s3-website-us-east-1.amazonaws.com/QPC/)​ - [CV models](https://github.com/quic/cloud-ai-sdk/blob/1.19/models/vision/classification/README.md)​ - [LLM models](https://quic.github.io/efficient-transformers/source/validate.html) [Product license agreement]() **Useful Links** - [AI On-Prem Appliance Product Brief](https://www.qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/AI-On-Prem-Appliance-Product-Brief.pdf) - [Use-case with SocratiQ](https://www.qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Personalized-Learning-at-Scale-with-SocratiQ-Solution-Brief.pdf) - [Forums](https://mysupport.qualcomm.com/supportforums/s/topic/0TOdK0000004BmTWAU/cloud-ai) ## Benefits ### Cloud-grade AI on your premises Up to 870 TOPS AI performance, delivered locally for maximum speed, security, and control—no cloud required. ### Lower TCO and higher efficiency More than 3x performance/cost and nearly 2x performance/watt compared to other cloud-based AI products. ### Enhanced data control & security Adopt AI on your terms: private, powerful, scalable, and fully under your control. ### Rapid, easy deployment Enables multi-user, multi-tenancy support for broader AI adoption enterprise-wide deployment with no IT overhaul. ## Enterprise intelligence with smarter performance per dollar — at a fraction of the footprint. Delivers industry-leading performance while optimizing for power efficiency and total cost of ownership— in a easily deployable form factor. Dragonwing AI On-Prem Appliance 01:47 ![Dragonwing AI On-Prem Appliance](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/6382136159112) ![](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/solution-1920?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=85) ## The Dragonwing AI on-prem solution integrates hardware and software into a unified, end-to-end solution. **HARDWARE** ### AI Accelerator Card Purpose-built AI accelerators deliver high performance, low latency, and efficient on-site processing—all within a compact, power-optimized footprint. [View the catalog](https://www.qualcomm.com/data-center/products/cloud-ai-100-ultra) **SOFTWARE** ### Models & AI Inference Suite A flexible software layer powers easy deployment, orchestration, and inference for computer vision, LLMs, and other AI models—scalable to meet enterprise needs. - [Qualcomm AI Inference Suite](https://www.qualcomm.com/developer/software/qualcomm-ai-inference-suite) - [View LLMs](https://quic.github.io/efficient-transformers/source/validate.html) - [View CV Models](https://github.com/quic/cloud-ai-sdk/blob/1.19/models/vision/classification/README.md) ## Enterprise-ready AI inference use cases ### Dynamic information access Deliver real-time access to maintenance guides, process documentation, and live records—right at the edge. Workers get instant, AI-powered support to troubleshoot, follow procedures, and boost productivity without relying on cloud connectivity. ### Operational diagnostics Just snap a photo—leverage AI inference combining computer vision and LLMs to analyze machine health, detect early signs of wear, and answer operational questions instantly. ### Guided repair execution Capture images of faulty equipment and receive dynamic, step-by-step repair guidance. Computer vision identifies components, LLMs interpret issues, and agentic AI adapts instructions in real time—enabling faster, more accurate fixes with minimal supervision. ### Vision analytics Deploy computer vision at the edge to monitor operations, detect anomalies, and deliver real-time, scalable insights from visual data across enterprise environments. ### Multilingual translation Run LLMs and other AI models to translate documents across languages and convert scanned data to structured text via OCR—accelerating part identification, procurement, and global supply chain workflows with real-time, on-prem inference. ### On-site skill gap support Democratize AI adoption by empowering every worker with real-time, contextual guidance, bridging skill gaps and enabling consistent execution across roles and experience levels. ![](https://s7d1.scene7.com/is/image/dmqualcommprod/blazing?fmt=webp-alpha&qlt=85) ### Blazing memory bandwidth 544 GBps memory bandwidth enables ultra-fast inference speeds for demanding workloads. ### Large model ready 128 GB memory supports running larger models, including multi-modal and complex LLMs. ### Lower power 150W power envelope delivers high compute efficiency with low energy footprint. ### LLM powerhouse Supports models up to 120B parameters, with 200k+ Hugging Face models validated. ### Multi-tenant scalability Multiple users per appliance, enabling collaborative and concurrent AI development. ### High throughput inference LLM: Up to 300 tokens/sec (LLAMA 3.1 8B) CV: 23,000+ inferences/sec ### Agentic AI capabilities Supports autonomous agents that can reason, plan, and act across tasks—ideal for RAG, tool use, and workflow orchestration. ## Case studies - **MISTRAL.AI** — Enabling sovereign agentic software development by deploying Devstral on premises — Watch Video - **ADVANTECH** — Advantech delivers scalable, high-performance Edge AI with Qualcomm® Cloud AI 100 Ultra — [Download PDF](https://www.qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Advantech-Case-Study.pdf) - **AETINA** — Aetina unleashes ultimate AI on-prem solution with Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 Ultra — [Read press release](https://www.aetina.com/about-news-detail.php?i=1044) - **ARAMCO** — Elevating worker safety and efficiency with advanced edge AI solutions​ — [Read press release](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2024/09/qualcomm-and-aramco-lead-industrial-innovation-with-transformati) - **ASE, INC** — ASE, Inc. boosts yield and efficiency with Dragonwing's powerful Edge AI capabilities — Watch video / [Download PDF](https://www.qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/ASE-Case-Study-Oct-2025.pdf) - **CONTEXT.AI** — Empowering enterprises to securely deploy generative AI at the edge​ — Watch video - **DIGIWIN** — Digiwin accelerates ERP​ productivity with powerful edge​ AI capabilities from Qualcomm — [Read press release](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2025/05/qualcomm--aetina--and-data-systems-team-up-at-computex-2025-to-s) / Watch video - **LANNER / ECRIO** — Transforming telco edge with AI on- prem appliance solution​ — [Read press release](https://www.lannerinc.com/news-and-events/latest-news/lanner-collaborates-with-ecrio-and-qualcomm-at-mwc-2026-to-showcase-edge-ai-platforms-enabling-generative-ai-at-telco-cell-sites) - **MOBAGEL** — MoBagel is featured by Qualcomm as agentic AI partner for energy-efficient AI​ — [Read blog](https://www.mobagel.com/blog-posts/mobagel-featured-by-qualcomm-as-agentic-ai-partner-for-energy-efficient-ai) - **SIEMENS** — Bringing on-prem industrial AI and connectivity to manufacturing​ — [Read press release](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2026/03/qualcomm-brings-onpremises-industrial-ai-and-connectivity-to-a-s) ## Get started with these resources Interested in reducing your inference cost and improving your performance per watt in data centers? **SOFTWARE** ### Evaluate the Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 Ultra Try gen AI inferencing on Qualcomm Cloud AI Ultra in our developer playgrounds from Cirrascale. [Get started](https://www.qualcomm.com/data-center/products/cloud-ai-100-ultra) **CLOUD** ### Cirrascale Inference Cloud Powered by Qualcomm Technologies Scale your offerings efficiently with inference as a service powered by Qualcomm Cloud AI. [Get started](https://www.cirrascale.com/inference-cloud-qualcomm?utm_source=qcweb&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=QCOMM) **HARDWARE** ### Run Inference On Premises Certain applications need low-latency, secure, and private solutions at a low cost not found with current cloud inference providers. [Aetina Box](https://www.aetina.com/solution.php?t=19) ## News - **OnQ Blog** — [Left of the timeline: A new era of proactive healthcare through Personal AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2026/09/personal-ai-proactive-healthcare) — Sep 23, 2026 | 4 min read — [Personal AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Personal%20AI), [Healthcare](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Healthcare), [Wearables](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Wearables) - **OnQ Blog** — [Snapdragon for the agentic age](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2026/09/snapdragon-for-agentic-age) — Sep 22, 2026 | 5 min read — [Snapdragon](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Snapdragon), [Agentic AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Agentic%20AI), [Personal AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Personal%20AI) - **OnQ Blog** — [Edge AI ignites the next industrial revolution](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2026/08/edge-ai-next-industrial-revolution) — Aug 20, 2026 | 11 min read — [Edge AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Edge%20AI), [Industrial IoT](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Industrial%20IoT), [Dragonwing](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Dragonwing) - **OnQ Blog** — [Powered by Snapdragon X Series, agentic AI is delivering real, on-device experiences today](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2026/08/agentic-ai-apps-snapdragon-x-series) — Aug 5, 2026 | 5 min read — [Agentic AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Agentic%20AI), [Snapdragon](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Snapdragon), [Compute](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Compute) - **OnQ Blog** — [From natural language to robot execution: Welcome to the future of manufacturing](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2026/07/edge-ai-agents-industrial-robot-control) — Jul 13, 2026 | 6 min read — [AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=AI), [Edge AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Edge%20AI), [Physical AI](https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq?tags=Physical%20AI) ## Helpful Links ### Forums Visit Qualcomm Support forums to ask questions, access resources, learn quick tips, and more. 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