Karim Laskri, Business Director of FSP Group in the CIS region, answers questions from the IXBT.pro analytical department

In FSP's 2026 presentation, you emphasize that the company is returning to active expansion. What is the reason for this new stage, and why has FSP decided to strengthen its presence in Russia and the CIS now?

In fact, it's not that we just chose "this moment" to strengthen our presence in the Russian and CIS markets. Since the early 2000s, FSP has essentially become the very first Taiwanese power supply manufacturer to confidently enter the CIS market, and we have never left it since. We fully recognize the enormous potential of the market, and our past success has shown us that the CIS market needs high-quality products. This perfectly aligns with FSP's unwavering commitment to product quality since its inception. However, at this stage of FSP's retail product line development, we need to expand our dialogue directly with end-user PC enthusiasts, not just system integrator engineers. Thus, it can be said that this is an active phase of brand expansion, where our ultimate goal is for as many professional enthusiasts as possible to get to know FSP better.

You mentioned that Computex in Taiwan was successful for FSP, and it attracted new partners from our region. Can you name the key factors that interested local players at the FSP booth this year?

At Computex, we showcased new developments tailored to the needs of the CIS market, such as new VIC series models and our flagship Cannon 3300W, and our CIS partners were thrilled. We also met new potential customers from across the CIS.

One of the main news from the exhibition was the flagship CANNON PRO 3300W power supply, which, according to 3Dnews, can power six RTX 5090s at once. Tell us, for whom is this device intended and what role will it play in FSP's AI solution ecosystem?

Among our retail customers, we have noticed that the vast majority of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as university hospitals and laboratories, prefer to build their own AI computing systems for personal or corporate privacy reasons, rather than relying on large-scale AI cloud services. Currently, the RTX 5090 is fully capable of meeting these high computing demands. However, given the high power consumption of these flagship graphics cards, the Cannon 3300W is the ideal power supply solution, fully meeting the hardware requirements of enthusiasts and professionals building their own local AI computing systems.

In your CANNON PRO lineup, it is positioned as an "Industrial-Grade Totem Pole PFC" with triple transformers and GaN technology. How critical are these innovations for users of AI stations and servers, and do they feel the difference in real-world operation compared to conventional power supplies?

The main goal of implementing these solutions is to minimize heat generation. It is well known that flagship graphics cards generate an enormous amount of heat when operating at full power. In a power supply, the main sources of heat are transformers and diodes. By dividing one transformer into three separate units, we can evenly distribute heat generation and maximize cooling efficiency thanks to our internal airflow design. In addition, by using industrial Totem-Pole PFC (bridgeless active power factor correction) technology and third-generation GaN (gallium nitride) semiconductors to replace traditional diodes, the system can achieve exceptional efficiency in CCM (continuous conduction mode). This significantly increases the operating frequency while simultaneously significantly reducing heat generation.

The CANNON 3300W will appear in the region by the end of 2026. Which sales channels will be involved – only B2B or also retail chains for enthusiasts and workstation builders?

We will use our distribution channel to make our top models available in the CIS region; we already have agreements with 3Logic in Russia and Logycom in Kazakhstan.

This year, FSP is launching a specialized AI and server network for retail, which will include not only power supplies but also cases with coolers. Tell us more about this initiative: how will it be organized, and what benefits will the end-user in Russia and the CIS receive?

Although FSP is a specialized power supply manufacturer, we have discovered a new market segment that is not limited to large server system integrators and traditional gaming enthusiasts. These users want to build compact localized AI systems but often struggle to find compatible standard components. Leveraging our years of experience in industrial power supply solutions, we have transformed these advanced technologies into integrated, user-friendly kits, making them readily available to enthusiasts who want to build their own systems.

The presentation places great emphasis on the TWINS PRO series – the world's first ATX redundant power supplies in a standard case. How in demand is this concept in our region, and which verticals (SME, AIoT, 5G Edge) do you see as priorities?

Indeed, TWINS PRO stands out as the only redundant power supply currently on the market in the ATX form factor, which is a groundbreaking achievement that goes beyond conventional boundaries. This allows business owners who require continuous system operation to directly upgrade existing tower server chassis without any problems.

Your FlexGURU PRO lineup is positioned as a Tiny Beast for compact systems – from HTPCs to NAS and mini-gaming. Do you see an increase in demand for small-sized solutions in the edge computing and industrial PC segment in CIS countries?

Yes, our Flex GURU power supply was created with the primary goal of meeting the needs for replacing compact systems that operate continuously for a long time. The main goal of this product is to provide a solution that fully meets the needs of our customers.

You also mentioned updating the VIC series with new Platinum and Gold models. What exactly will change in these power supplies, and how will they fit into the overall FSP lineup – will they become "workhorses" for the mass segment?

In general, all VIC models have proven themselves excellently in the CIS markets. VIC GD models are particularly popular. This model is an excellent example of an ideal price-quality match. Looking ahead, we plan to expand the VIC series with a more complete vertical product release scheme, introducing high-end models such as VIC PM and VIC GM2. This strategic expansion will create a complete and seamless model range within the VIC family – from WD, BD, GD, and GM models to the GM2 and PM series. This extensive portfolio ensures that the VIC series will become our flagship and most popular product line in the market.

Judging by the Roadmap, you are betting on highly reliable solutions – MTBF 250,000 hours, operation at 55°C and at altitudes up to 5 km. How important is this level of "bulletproofness" for your audience in the CIS, especially given the unstable power grid in some regions?

Yes, as FSP Group's portfolio extends far beyond retail to include a wide range of industrial power solutions, we already have a suitable product range adapted to the harsh operating conditions mentioned above. For the CIS region, which spans both Europe and Asia and is characterized by extreme polar climates, these robust solutions serve as our main weapon for reintroducing the FSP brand and its capabilities to local consumers.

Cases are appearing in the lineup – 4U with 8 GPU support, 2U, Full Tower. Do you plan to offer ready-made assembly solutions (PSU+case+cooling system) turnkey, or will these be separate components for integrators?

We remain completely open on this issue and welcome any approach.

Your power supplies actively use PMBus monitoring via USB. How do you assess the level of preparedness of local system administrators and enthusiasts to work with such tools, and do you plan to conduct training events in the region?

Since our main approach is to transform professional industrial products into user-friendly models for everyday consumers, most prominently represented by the TWINS PRO series, we have also completely redesigned the monitoring software, creating an intuitive user interface called "FSP Guardian". This simplified interface allows both system administrators and enthusiasts to independently monitor and interpret real-time data.

If we talk about FSP's long-term plans in the CIS for 2027–2028, what share of AI server solutions do you see in the company's overall portfolio in one or two years, and what new product niches do you intend to open after establishing yourself in the market?

As Business Director, I am interested in tripling our business level in the CIS region within 5 years, expanding our customer base and product lines. We will continue to develop high-quality and high-end products (AI and powerful power supplies), which are the foundation of FSP.