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Overview

This document details the hardware configuration optimized for "Cloud Application Development". This configuration is designed to provide a robust and scalable platform for developers building, testing, and deploying cloud-native applications. It prioritizes a balance of compute power, memory capacity, and fast storage to facilitate rapid iteration and efficient operation of development tools and environments. This document covers hardware specifications, performance characteristics, recommended use cases, comparative analysis, and key maintenance considerations. It is intended for system administrators, DevOps engineers, and hardware specialists responsible for deploying and maintaining these systems.

1. Hardware Specifications

This configuration utilizes a modular design, allowing for scalability and future upgrades. All components are enterprise-grade and selected for reliability and performance.

CPU

  • Processor Family: 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processors (Ice Lake-SP)
  • Model: Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (2.0 GHz base frequency, up to 3.4 GHz Turbo Boost)
  • Cores/Threads: 32 Cores / 64 Threads per processor
  • Socket: LGA 4189
  • Total Processors: 2 (Dual-Socket Configuration)
  • Total Cores: 64
  • Total Threads: 128
  • Cache: 48 MB Intel Smart Cache
  • TDP: 205W
  • Instruction Set Extensions: AVX-512, Intel Deep Learning Boost (Intel DL Boost) - See InstructionSetArchitecture for details.

Memory

  • RAM Type: DDR4 ECC Registered (RDIMM)
  • Speed: 3200 MHz
  • Capacity per DIMM: 32 GB
  • DIMMs per Server: 32
  • Total RAM: 1 TB
  • Memory Channels: 8 channels per processor (16 channels total)
  • Memory Configuration: Optimized for maximum bandwidth and capacity. See MemoryOptimization for detailed configuration guidelines.

Storage

  • Boot Drive: 480 GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD (Read: 7000 MB/s, Write: 5500 MB/s) - Operating System and core applications.
  • Application/Development Storage: 4 x 2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSDs (RAID 10) (Read: 14000 MB/s, Write: 11000 MB/s) - For IDEs, build tools, and frequently accessed data.
  • Data Storage: 8 x 8 TB SAS 12Gb/s 7.2K RPM Enterprise Hard Drives (RAID 6) - For version control systems (e.g., Git repositories), long-term storage, and backups. See RAIDConfiguration for detailed RAID implementation.
  • Storage Controller: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i with 8 GB NV Cache
  • Total Storage Capacity: 80.48 TB
  • Storage Interface: NVMe PCIe Gen4, SAS 12Gb/s

Networking

  • Network Interface Cards (NICs): 2 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet (100GbE) Mellanox ConnectX-6 Dx
  • Networking Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) - See NetworkingProtocols for more information.
  • MAC Address Filtering: Enabled for enhanced security.
  • VLAN Support: 802.1Q VLAN tagging supported.

Power Supply

  • Power Supply Units (PSUs): 2 x 1600W 80+ Platinum Redundant Power Supplies
  • Power Redundancy: N+1 Redundancy
  • Voltage: 100-240V AC, Auto-ranging
  • Power Efficiency: >94% at 50% load. See PowerSupplyUnits for further details.

Chassis & Cooling

  • Chassis Type: 2U Rackmount Server Chassis
  • Cooling System: Redundant Hot-Swap Fans with N+1 redundancy. Liquid cooling options available for high-density deployments. See CoolingSolutions
  • Form Factor: 2U

Motherboard

  • Chipset: Intel C621A
  • Expansion Slots: PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4), PCIe 4.0 x8 (x3)
  • Remote Management: Integrated IPMI 2.0 compliant Remote Management Controller (BMC) - See RemoteManagement

Operating System

  • Supported OS: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8, Ubuntu Server 20.04 LTS, CentOS 8 Stream, Windows Server 2019/2022
Component Specification
CPU 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (32C/64T, 2.0 GHz)
RAM 1 TB DDR4 3200 MHz ECC RDIMM
Boot Drive 480 GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
Application Storage 4 x 2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD (RAID 10)
Data Storage 8 x 8 TB SAS 12Gb/s 7.2K RPM (RAID 6)
Networking 2 x 100GbE Mellanox ConnectX-6 Dx
Power Supply 2 x 1600W 80+ Platinum Redundant
Chassis 2U Rackmount

2. Performance Characteristics

This configuration is designed for high-throughput and low-latency operations critical for application development.

Benchmark Results

  • SPEC CPU 2017:
   *   SPECrate2017_fp_base: 250.0
   *   SPECspeed2017_fp_base: 125.0
   *   SPECrate2017_int_base: 300.0
   *   SPECspeed2017_int_base: 150.0
  • IOmeter (RAID 10 – Application Storage):
   *   Random Read: 100,000 IOPS
   *   Random Write: 80,000 IOPS
   *   Sequential Read: 12,000 MB/s
   *   Sequential Write: 10,000 MB/s
  • Sysbench (MySQL Database – Simulated Workload): 5,000 Transactions/Second

These benchmarks were conducted in a controlled environment. Actual performance will vary based on workload, software configuration, and environmental factors. See PerformanceTesting for detailed testing methodologies.

Real-World Performance

  • Build Times (Large Java Project): Average build time reduced by 30% compared to a similar configuration with DDR4 2666 MHz RAM and SATA SSDs.
  • Container Deployment (Kubernetes): Scale to 500 containers with minimal latency.
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines: Handles a high volume of builds and deployments with low queue times.
  • Virtual Machine (VM) Performance (VMware vSphere): Supports up to 20 virtual machines with adequate performance for development and testing tasks. See VirtualizationPerformance for details.
  • Database Performance (PostgreSQL): Handles complex queries and high transaction volumes efficiently.



3. Recommended Use Cases

This configuration is ideal for the following applications:

  • **Software Development:** Compiling code, running IDEs, debugging applications.
  • **DevOps Environments:** Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • **Testing and Quality Assurance:** Automated testing, performance testing, load testing.
  • **Cloud-Native Application Development:** Building and deploying microservices, serverless applications.
  • **Data Science and Machine Learning (Small to Medium Datasets):** Training and deploying machine learning models (especially with Intel DL Boost). See MachineLearningHardware
  • **Version Control Systems:** Hosting large Git repositories.
  • **Web Application Development:** Hosting development and staging environments for web applications.

4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

This configuration is positioned as a high-performance offering. Here's a comparison with other common configurations:

Configuration CPU RAM Storage Networking Approximate Cost
**Entry-Level Development** 2 x Intel Xeon Silver 4310 256 GB DDR4 2666 MHz 1 x 480 GB SATA SSD + 2 x 4 TB SATA HDD 1 GbE $8,000
**Mid-Range Development** 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6328 512 GB DDR4 3200 MHz 1 x 480 GB NVMe SSD + 2 x 2 TB NVMe SSD (RAID 1) + 2 x 8 TB SATA HDD 10 GbE $15,000
**Cloud Application Development (This Configuration)** 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6338 1 TB DDR4 3200 MHz 480 GB NVMe SSD + 4 x 2 TB NVMe SSD (RAID 10) + 8 x 8 TB SAS HDD (RAID 6) 100GbE $25,000
**High-End Development/AI** 2 x Intel Xeon Platinum 8380 2 TB DDR4 3200 MHz 2 x 1.92 TB NVMe SSD (RAID 1) + 8 x 16 TB SAS HDD (RAID 6) 100GbE + InfiniBand $40,000+

This table highlights the trade-offs between cost and performance. The "Cloud Application Development" configuration offers a significant performance boost over the entry and mid-range options, providing a substantial improvement in build times, deployment speeds, and overall developer productivity. The high-end configuration provides even greater performance, but at a significantly higher cost. See ConfigurationComparison for more detailed comparisons.

5. Maintenance Considerations

Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of this server configuration.

Cooling

  • Fan Monitoring: Regularly monitor fan speeds and temperatures using the IPMI interface.
  • Dust Removal: Clean dust from fans and heatsinks at least every six months.
  • Liquid Cooling (If Applicable): Monitor coolant levels and pump performance. See CoolingMaintenance.
  • Ambient Temperature: Maintain a server room temperature between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F).

Power Requirements

  • Dedicated Circuit: The server requires a dedicated electrical circuit with sufficient amperage.
  • Power Redundancy: Utilize the redundant power supplies to ensure continued operation in the event of a power supply failure.
  • UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): Consider using a UPS to protect against power outages and surges. See PowerManagement.

Storage Management

  • RAID Monitoring: Monitor the status of the RAID arrays and proactively replace failing drives.
  • Regular Backups: Implement a robust backup strategy to protect against data loss. See BackupAndRecovery.
  • Storage Capacity Planning: Monitor storage utilization and plan for future capacity needs.

Software Updates

  • Operating System Updates: Regularly apply operating system updates and security patches.
  • Firmware Updates: Update the firmware for the motherboard, storage controllers, and network adapters.
  • Driver Updates: Keep device drivers up to date. See SoftwareUpdateProcedures.

Remote Management

  • IPMI Access: Securely configure and monitor the IPMI interface for remote management and troubleshooting.
  • Security Hardening: Implement security best practices for the IPMI interface to prevent unauthorized access. See RemoteManagementSecurity.

Hardware Lifecycle

  • Component Replacement: Be prepared to replace components as they reach end-of-life.
  • Warranty Management: Track warranty expiration dates for all components.

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EPYC 7502P Server (256GB/1TB) 256 GB RAM, 1 TB NVMe CPU Benchmark: 48021
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