Local AI Inference with our AI Cube: Your AI Infrastructure Under Your Own Control
In times of rising cloud costs, data sovereignty challenges and vendor lock-in, the topic of local AI inference is becoming increasingly important for companies. With our AI Cube, you can rely on a turnkey solution that gives you full control over your models, data and infrastructure - without ongoing token or subscription fees.
Why Local AI Infrastructure?
Many companies have so far relied on cloud offerings for AI models. But this harbors a number of risks: Data leaves your own network, license and usage models change, and costs can rise unpredictably. With an on-premises solution such as the AI Cube, you benefit from the following advantages:
Data Sovereignty
Your sensitive data stays in-house, you decide who has access. Especially in Germany and the EU, GDPR-compliant solutions are indispensable. With local AI inference, you meet the highest data protection standards without compromise.
Full Control
No API limit, no externally hosted services, no hidden costs. You have root access to your GPU server and are free to decide on software, models and updates.
Lower Latency
AI models run in the local network - fast response times, ideal for real-time use cases. The low latency is particularly noticeable in interactive applications such as chatbots or RAG systems.
Cost Efficiency
One-time investment instead of monthly fees - particularly worthwhile for continuous operation. While cloud APIs can quickly cost €15,000 per month or more at high volumes, the AI Cube costs a one-time fee starting at €4,990.
The Variants at a Glance
We offer two variants of our AI Cube, depending on requirements:
AI Cube Basic
Designed for models up to ~13B parameters, with an NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada (20 GB VRAM). Ideal for:
- Chatbots and text inference
- Code assistance
- Document analysis
- RAG systems with smaller models
Price: from €4,990 – perfect for getting started with local AI inference.
AI Cube Pro
High-performance system with NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada (48 GB VRAM), for models up to ~70B parameters. Suitable for:
- Large Language Models (Llama 3.1 70B, Mixtral, etc.)
- Fine-tuning your own models
- Multimodal AI (text + image)
- Professional production environments
Price: from €12,990 – the enterprise solution for demanding workloads.
This covers both "lighter" use cases and high-performance inference and training requirements.
Technical Highlights
The systems score with state-of-the-art hardware and pre-installed software stack:
Hardware
- NVIDIA Ada generation GPUs – powerful computing performance, large VRAM buffer
- 64 GB DDR4 ECC RAM (expandable) – reliable 24/7 operation
- 1 TB NVMe SSD (expandable) – fast storage for models and data
- 850W 80+ Platinum power supply – sufficient reserves for expansions
- Compact Mini-ITX format (292×185×372 mm, ~8 kg) – also suitable for office or edge environments
Software
The AI Cube comes with a fully pre-configured software stack:
- Ollama for easy model management
- vLLM for high-performance inference
- Open WebUI for visual interaction
- Ubuntu Server LTS as a stable base
- Full root access – maximum flexibility
Compliance
- GDPR-compliant – all data remains in Germany
- CE/RoHS certified – suitable for companies with high compliance requirements
- Support from Germany – German-speaking support and maintenance
Use Cases
Your new local AI infrastructure is suitable for a wide range of applications:
Internal Chatbots & Document Analysis
Operate intelligent assistants in your company network without transferring data to external data centers. Perfectly combinable with Paperless-NGX for AI-supported document management.
RAG Systems & Knowledge Bases
Automated processing of text, image or audio – ideal for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) setups. Combine the AI Cube with BookStack or Outline as a knowledge base.
Fine-Tuning & Custom Models
Full access to models and infrastructure. Train your own models or adapt existing LLMs to your specific requirements.
High-Security Environments
Scenarios with high requirements for data protection, latency or cost control – e.g. government agencies, healthcare, research, legal.
Integration & Deployment
1. Analysis & Consultation
Together with your team, we clarify which models, data volumes and usage patterns are involved. In a free consultation, we analyze your requirements.
2. Configuration & Delivery
The appropriate hardware variant is selected, pre-installed and tested. Delivery time: 7-10 business days – significantly faster than custom builds.
3. Integration & Operation
Simply connect and switch on – you have root access, free choice of software and models. If desired, we take over operation and maintenance as a Managed Service.
4. Scaling & Expansion
If your requirements grow, the system scales or is expanded with additional nodes/GPUs. GPU clusters are also possible.
Comparison: AI Cube vs. Cloud APIs
| Aspect | Cloud APIs | AI Cube |
|---|---|---|
| Costs | €15,000+/month at high volume | €4,990-12,990 one-time |
| Data Privacy | Data leaves the network | 100% on-premise |
| Vendor Lock-in | Dependent on provider | Fully independent |
| Latency | Depends on internet | Local network |
| Control | Limited APIs | Root access, full control |
| Scaling | Pay-per-use | Fixed capacity, predictable |
Why is the AI Cube Worth it Right Now?
Rising Cloud Costs
Increasingly higher prices for cloud GPU instances and unclear licensing models. The major providers continuously increase their prices while performance often remains the same.
Regulatory Requirements
Increasing regulatory requirements in Germany and the EU for data protection and data sovereignty. With the AI Cube, you're on the safe side.
Self-Hosted Trend
The development is moving towards self-hosted AI models – LLMs are increasingly being operated locally instead of via external APIs. Tools like Ollama and vLLM make this easier than ever.
ROI After a Few Months
Time and cost savings with continuous operation – by eliminating token or subscription fees. At high volumes, the AI Cube often pays for itself within 3-6 months.
Managed Service Option
Want to focus on your core business? No problem! With our Managed Service, we take care of:
- Installation & Configuration – we set everything up
- Updates & Maintenance – you always stay up to date
- Monitoring & Support – we monitor your system 24/7
- Backup & Disaster Recovery – your data is safe
You still retain full control over your data and models – we just take care of the administration.
Conclusion
If you no longer want to understand your AI inference as a "service from outside", but as your own, in-house infrastructure, our AI Cube is the perfect solution.
You get a powerful hardware and software base, retain full control over your data and models, and avoid long-term cost traps and dependencies. Start your local AI system today – in Germany, GDPR-compliant, with highest performance.
Next Steps
- Schedule a free consultation – we'll analyze your requirements
- Compare AI Cube variants – Basic or Pro?
Get started now and find out which variant (Basic or Pro) is optimal for your use case!
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