Intel has released version 1.3.3 of its XPU Manager, which deprecates support for the Data Center GPU Max Series and GPU Flex Series. This update focuses on Intel's hardware management tools for Linux environments.
The Intel XPU Manager, a tool for managing Intel's data center GPUs on Linux, has been updated to version 1.3.3. This release includes the deprecation of the Data Center GPU Max Series and the GPU Flex Series, signaling a shift in supported hardware lines.
Phoronix reports this change as part of ongoing developments in open-source graphics and Linux hardware support. The deprecation means that future versions may no longer provide full compatibility or updates for these older series, encouraging users to transition to newer Intel GPU architectures.
No specific timeline for complete removal was detailed in the announcement, but the update aligns with Intel's broader strategy to streamline its product lineup for data centers and high-performance computing.