AI in Cape Verde
AI in Cape Verde: Server Configuration and Deployment
This article details the server infrastructure required to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications within Cape Verde. It’s intended as a guide for newcomers to our MediaWiki site and provides technical specifications and configuration advice. This document assumes a basic understanding of server administration and networking principles.
Overview
The deployment of AI solutions in Cape Verde presents unique challenges due to limited existing infrastructure and bandwidth constraints. This configuration prioritizes cost-effectiveness, scalability, and resilience. We will focus on a hybrid approach utilizing both on-premise servers for low-latency applications and cloud resources for computationally intensive tasks. A robust Network Infrastructure is crucial for success. This setup supports applications like Image Recognition, Natural Language Processing, and Predictive Analytics.
Hardware Specifications
The core of the AI infrastructure relies on a combination of GPU-accelerated servers and standard CPU servers. We'll be deploying three tiers: Development/Testing, Production (Low-Latency), and Batch Processing.
Development/Testing Tier
This tier is for experimentation and model development. It does not require the highest performance, but needs sufficient resources to handle moderate workloads.
| Component | Specification | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Xeon E5-2680 v4 (14 cores, 2.4GHz) | 2 |
| RAM | 64 GB DDR4 ECC Registered | 2 x 32GB |
| Storage | 1TB NVMe SSD (OS & Applications) + 4TB SATA HDD (Data) | 1 each |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB VRAM) | 1 |
| Network Interface | 1Gbps Ethernet | 1 |
Production (Low-Latency) Tier
This tier is for applications requiring real-time responses, such as Real-time Data Analysis. It necessitates high performance and low latency.
| Component | Specification | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Xeon Gold 6248R (24 cores, 3.0GHz) | 2 | Redundant for High Availability |
| RAM | 128 GB DDR4 ECC Registered | 4 x 32GB | |
| Storage | 2TB NVMe SSD (RAID 1) | 1 | For OS and critical applications |
| GPU | NVIDIA Tesla T4 (16GB VRAM) | 2 | Optimized for inference |
| Network Interface | 10Gbps Ethernet | 2 | Bonded for redundancy and increased bandwidth |
Batch Processing Tier
This tier handles large-scale data processing and model training. Cost-effectiveness and scalability are paramount. This often utilizes Cloud Computing Resources.
| Component | Specification | Quantity | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD EPYC 7543P (32 cores, 2.8GHz) | 4 | Cloud Provider (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) |
| RAM | 256 GB DDR4 ECC Registered | 8 x 32GB | Cloud Provider |
| Storage | 8TB NVMe SSD (Cloud Block Storage) | 1 | Cloud Provider |
| GPU | NVIDIA A100 (80GB VRAM) | 2 | Cloud Provider |
| Network Interface | 25Gbps Ethernet | 1 | Cloud Provider |
Software Configuration
The operating system of choice is Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS due to its strong community support and compatibility with AI frameworks. We'll be using Docker containers for application deployment and management.
- Operating System: Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS
- Containerization: Docker & Docker Compose
- AI Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn
- Programming Languages: Python 3.9, R
- Database: PostgreSQL 14
- Monitoring: Prometheus & Grafana – essential for Server Monitoring and performance analysis.
- Version Control: Git with GitHub or similar repository.
Networking Considerations
Reliable network connectivity is vital. Given the potential for instability in Cape Verde's internet infrastructure, a redundant network configuration is recommended.
- Redundant Internet Connections: Utilize two separate ISPs for failover. Load Balancing can be employed to distribute traffic.
- VPN: Implement a Virtual Private Network for secure remote access.
- Firewall: Configure a robust firewall (e.g., UFW) to protect against unauthorized access.
- DNS: Utilize a reliable DNS provider. Consider a local DNS cache for faster resolution.
Security Considerations
Security is paramount.
- Regular Security Audits: Conduct regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests.
- Access Control: Implement strict access control policies using Linux Permissions.
- Data Encryption: Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest.
- Intrusion Detection System (IDS): Deploy an IDS to detect and respond to security threats.
- Software Updates: Keep all software up-to-date with the latest security patches.
Future Scalability
The infrastructure should be designed for future growth. This includes:
- Cloud Integration: Expanding the use of cloud resources for scalability.
- Kubernetes: Implementing Kubernetes for container orchestration.
- Horizontal Scaling: Designing applications to scale horizontally by adding more servers.
- Data Storage: Consider a distributed Data Storage System for handling large datasets.
Server Administration is critical for long-term success. Regular maintenance and monitoring are essential.
Intel-Based Server Configurations
| Configuration | Specifications | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Core i7-6700K/7700 Server | 64 GB DDR4, NVMe SSD 2 x 512 GB | CPU Benchmark: 8046 |
| Core i7-8700 Server | 64 GB DDR4, NVMe SSD 2x1 TB | CPU Benchmark: 13124 |
| Core i9-9900K Server | 128 GB DDR4, NVMe SSD 2 x 1 TB | CPU Benchmark: 49969 |
| Core i9-13900 Server (64GB) | 64 GB RAM, 2x2 TB NVMe SSD | |
| Core i9-13900 Server (128GB) | 128 GB RAM, 2x2 TB NVMe SSD | |
| Core i5-13500 Server (64GB) | 64 GB RAM, 2x500 GB NVMe SSD | |
| Core i5-13500 Server (128GB) | 128 GB RAM, 2x500 GB NVMe SSD | |
| Core i5-13500 Workstation | 64 GB DDR5 RAM, 2 NVMe SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 |
AMD-Based Server Configurations
| Configuration | Specifications | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| Ryzen 5 3600 Server | 64 GB RAM, 2x480 GB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 17849 |
| Ryzen 7 7700 Server | 64 GB DDR5 RAM, 2x1 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 35224 |
| Ryzen 9 5950X Server | 128 GB RAM, 2x4 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 46045 |
| Ryzen 9 7950X Server | 128 GB DDR5 ECC, 2x2 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 63561 |
| EPYC 7502P Server (128GB/1TB) | 128 GB RAM, 1 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 48021 |
| EPYC 7502P Server (128GB/2TB) | 128 GB RAM, 2 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 48021 |
| EPYC 7502P Server (128GB/4TB) | 128 GB RAM, 2x2 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 48021 |
| EPYC 7502P Server (256GB/1TB) | 256 GB RAM, 1 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 48021 |
| EPYC 7502P Server (256GB/4TB) | 256 GB RAM, 2x2 TB NVMe | CPU Benchmark: 48021 |
| EPYC 9454P Server | 256 GB RAM, 2x2 TB NVMe |
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