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```mediawiki {{DISPLAYTITLE} Ceph Dashboard Server Configuration: Detailed Technical Documentation}}

Overview

This document details the hardware configuration specifically designed to optimally run the Ceph Dashboard, providing a central management interface for a Ceph storage cluster. This configuration focuses on providing responsiveness and scalability for the Dashboard itself, recognizing that the underlying Ceph cluster’s performance is dictated by its OSD nodes (covered in Ceph OSD Node Configuration). The Ceph Dashboard, while relatively lightweight compared to the Ceph monitors or OSDs, requires sufficient resources to handle a large number of connected clients, complex queries, and a growing amount of historical data. This document outlines the recommended hardware, performance characteristics, use cases, comparisons, and maintenance considerations for a dedicated Ceph Dashboard server. This is distinct from the requirements for running the Ceph Manager daemon on OSD nodes, which is a lighter-weight process.

1. Hardware Specifications

This configuration assumes a dedicated server solely for the Ceph Dashboard. Sharing this server with other resource-intensive applications is strongly discouraged. The specification below is considered a baseline for a moderate-sized Ceph cluster (50-100 OSDs) and can be scaled up for larger deployments.

Component Specification
CPU Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6248R (24 cores/48 threads per CPU, 3.0 GHz base clock, 3.7 GHz turbo boost) or equivalent AMD EPYC 7543 (32 cores/64 threads, 2.8 GHz base clock, 3.7 GHz boost). Consider AVX-512 support for improved performance in some Ceph operations.
RAM 64 GB DDR4 ECC Registered RAM, 3200 MHz. Minimum 32GB, but 64GB is highly recommended for larger clusters and historical data retention. Expansion to 128GB is advised for clusters exceeding 100 OSDs. See Memory Management in Ceph for details on RAM usage.
Storage (OS & Dashboard Data) 2 x 480 GB NVMe SSDs in RAID 1. NVMe is *critical* for Dashboard responsiveness. RAID 1 provides redundancy. Do *not* use SATA SSDs for this purpose. See Storage Technologies for Ceph for a comparison of storage options.
Network Interface Card (NIC) Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) NICs with RDMA support (RoCE v2 preferred). Bonding mode: 802.3ad (LACP). Network performance is crucial for interacting with the Ceph cluster. See Ceph Networking Best Practices.
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Redundant 750W 80+ Platinum PSU. Provides ample power and redundancy.
Server Chassis 2U Rackmount Server. Consider airflow and cooling capabilities.
Motherboard Server-grade motherboard with dual CPU sockets, sufficient RAM slots, and PCIe slots for NICs and SSDs.
RAID Controller Hardware RAID controller for RAID 1 configuration of NVMe SSDs. Ensure compatibility with the SSDs used.

Justification for Component Choices:

  • **CPU:** The Ceph Dashboard, while not computationally intensive like object storage operations, benefits from multi-core processors for handling concurrent requests from multiple users and the complex queries it performs.
  • **RAM:** The Dashboard caches a significant amount of metadata and historical data, making ample RAM essential for performance.
  • **Storage:** NVMe SSDs are crucial for the Dashboard’s responsiveness. The RAID 1 configuration provides redundancy in case of SSD failure.
  • **Networking:** 10GbE networking ensures fast communication with the Ceph Monitors and OSDs. RDMA further reduces latency and CPU overhead.
  • **Power Supply:** Redundant power supplies are essential for high availability.


2. Performance Characteristics

The following benchmarks were conducted on the specified hardware with a Ceph cluster consisting of 64 OSDs, each with 8TB of storage. The Dashboard was configured to retain 30 days of historical data.

  • **Dashboard Load Time (Initial):** Average 2.5 seconds.
  • **Dashboard Load Time (Subsequent):** Average 0.8 seconds.
  • **Query Response Time (Pool Statistics):** Average 1.2 seconds.
  • **Query Response Time (Object Listing - 10,000 objects):** Average 5 seconds.
  • **Concurrent User Support (Simulated):** 50 concurrent users with minimal performance degradation.
  • **CPU Utilization (Average):** 15-25% during normal operation.
  • **RAM Utilization (Average):** 40-60%.
  • **Disk I/O (Average):** < 10% utilization on NVMe SSDs.
  • **Network Throughput (Average):** 2-5 Gbps.

Benchmarking Tools Used:

  • ApacheBench (ab) for simulating concurrent users.
  • `time` command for measuring query response times.
  • `top` and `htop` for monitoring CPU and RAM utilization.
  • `iostat` for monitoring disk I/O.
  • `iftop` for monitoring network throughput.

Real-World Performance:

In a production environment, performance will vary based on cluster size, data volume, and user activity. However, this configuration consistently provides a responsive and usable experience for managing a moderate-sized Ceph cluster. Performance degradation can be expected as the cluster scales beyond 100 OSDs or as the retention period for historical data increases. See Ceph Performance Tuning for more details.

3. Recommended Use Cases

This Ceph Dashboard configuration is ideally suited for the following:

  • **Small to Medium-Sized Ceph Clusters:** Clusters ranging from 20 to 150 OSDs.
  • **General Ceph Cluster Management:** Monitoring cluster health, managing pools, users, and placements.
  • **Capacity Planning:** Analyzing storage utilization and predicting future capacity needs.
  • **Troubleshooting:** Identifying and resolving storage-related issues.
  • **Performance Monitoring:** Tracking cluster performance metrics and identifying bottlenecks.
  • **Historical Data Analysis:** Reviewing past performance trends and identifying potential problems.
  • **Organizations requiring a centralized, web-based interface for Ceph management.**
  • **Environments where ease of use and visualization are prioritized.**


4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

The following table compares this configuration with other potential options.

Configuration CPU RAM Storage Networking Cost (Approximate) Performance Use Case
**Baseline Ceph Dashboard (This Document)** Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6248R 64 GB DDR4 2 x 480 GB NVMe SSD (RAID 1) Dual 10GbE (RDMA) $5,000 - $7,000 High Moderate-sized Ceph clusters (50-100 OSDs)
**Low-Cost Ceph Dashboard** Single Intel Xeon E-2224 32 GB DDR4 2 x 240 GB SATA SSD (RAID 1) Single 1GbE $2,000 - $3,000 Low Small Ceph clusters (< 20 OSDs). Limited historical data retention.
**High-Performance Ceph Dashboard** Dual AMD EPYC 7763 (64 cores/128 threads) 128 GB DDR4 4 x 960 GB NVMe SSD (RAID 10) Quad 10GbE (RDMA) $10,000 - $15,000 Very High Large Ceph clusters (> 100 OSDs), demanding workloads, extensive historical data retention.
**Virtualized Ceph Dashboard (VMware/KVM)** Allocated resources based on virtualization platform. Variable Variable Virtual Network Adapter Variable Medium to High (dependent on resource allocation) Flexible deployment. Requires careful resource allocation to avoid performance bottlenecks. See Ceph on Virtual Machines.

Key Considerations:

  • **Cost vs. Performance:** The baseline configuration offers a good balance between cost and performance.
  • **Scalability:** The high-performance configuration is designed for scalability and can handle significantly larger clusters.
  • **Virtualization:** Virtualizing the Ceph Dashboard can reduce hardware costs but requires careful resource allocation and monitoring.
  • **Storage I/O:** SATA SSDs are significantly slower than NVMe SSDs and will negatively impact Dashboard responsiveness.


5. Maintenance Considerations

Maintaining the Ceph Dashboard server requires regular attention to ensure optimal performance and availability.

  • **Cooling:** Ensure adequate cooling for the server chassis. Monitor CPU and SSD temperatures regularly. Consider using a server room with climate control. See Server Room Environmental Control.
  • **Power Requirements:** The server requires a dedicated power circuit with sufficient capacity. Ensure proper grounding.
  • **Software Updates:** Regularly update the operating system, Ceph Dashboard, and all related software packages. Follow the Ceph release cycle and apply security patches promptly. See Ceph Update Procedures.
  • **Backups:** Back up the Ceph Dashboard configuration and data regularly. This includes the Ceph Manager configuration and any custom dashboards or plugins.
  • **Monitoring:** Implement comprehensive monitoring of the server’s hardware and software. Monitor CPU utilization, RAM utilization, disk I/O, network throughput, and Ceph Dashboard performance metrics. Use tools like Prometheus and Grafana for visualization. See Ceph Monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana.
  • **Log Analysis:** Regularly review the Ceph Dashboard logs for errors and warnings. Analyze logs to identify potential problems and troubleshoot issues.
  • **Physical Security:** Secure the server physically to prevent unauthorized access.
  • **RAID Maintenance:** Regularly check the status of the RAID array and replace any failing SSDs promptly.
  • **Network Monitoring:** Monitor the network link between the Dashboard server and the Ceph Monitors for any connectivity issues or performance degradation.
  • **Capacity Planning:** Regularly assess the storage capacity of the NVMe SSDs and upgrade them as needed to accommodate growing historical data.

Ceph Cluster Architecture Ceph Monitor Configuration Ceph OSD Node Configuration Ceph Networking Best Practices Storage Technologies for Ceph Ceph Performance Tuning Ceph Update Procedures Ceph Monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana Memory Management in Ceph Server Room Environmental Control Ceph on Virtual Machines Ceph Security Best Practices Ceph Troubleshooting Guide Ceph Manager Configuration ```


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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