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```mediawiki DISPLAYTITLECloud Backup Solutions: Technical Documentation

Introduction

This document details the hardware configuration optimized for cloud backup solutions, commonly referred to as "Cloud Backup Solutions" (CBS). This configuration is designed to provide high capacity, reliable performance, and scalability for both on-premise to cloud and cloud-to-cloud backup services. The focus is on balancing cost-effectiveness with the demands of large-scale data protection and disaster recovery. This document will cover hardware specifications, performance characteristics, recommended use cases, comparisons to similar configurations, and essential maintenance considerations.

1. Hardware Specifications

The CBS configuration is built around a modular architecture allowing for easy scaling and component replacement. The specifications detailed below represent a baseline configuration capable of handling approximately 50TB of usable backup data with a target backup window of 8 hours for a 100TB source data pool. Scalability is achieved through expansion of storage arrays and potentially adding additional nodes.

Server Chassis

  • Form Factor: 2U Rackmount Server
  • Manufacturer: Supermicro
  • Model: 847E16-R1400B
  • Drive Bays: 24 x 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS/SATA
  • Expansion Slots: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 4.0 x8, 1 x M.2 (for boot drive)
  • Power Supply: Redundant 1600W Platinum Power Supplies (80+ Platinum Certified) – see Power Supply Redundancy for details.

CPU

  • Processor: Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (32 Cores / 64 Threads per CPU) – see CPU Architecture for more information.
  • Base Clock Speed: 2.0 GHz
  • Max Turbo Frequency: 3.4 GHz
  • Cache: 48MB L3 Cache per CPU
  • TDP: 205W per CPU

Memory

  • Type: DDR4 ECC Registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) – see Memory Technologies
  • Capacity: 512GB (16 x 32GB)
  • Speed: 3200 MHz
  • Configuration: Octa-channel memory architecture for optimal bandwidth.

Storage

  • OS Drive: 500GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD (Samsung 980 Pro) – Used for Operating System and Backup Catalog. See SSD Technologies.
  • Backup Storage: 24 x 16TB SAS 7.2K RPM Enterprise Drives (Seagate Exos X16) in RAID 6 configuration. This yields approximately 336TB raw capacity, approximately 240TB usable after RAID overhead. See RAID Levels for more information on RAID 6.
  • RAID Controller: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i with 8GB NV Cache – see RAID Controllers
  • Backup Target Protocol: iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS – see Network File Sharing Protocols

Networking

  • Onboard NIC: Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) ports.
  • Add-in NIC: Intel X710-DA4 40 Gigabit Ethernet Adapter (for increased throughput) – see Network Interface Cards.
  • Networking Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS

Remote Management

  • IPMI: Integrated Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 compliant. – See Server Management Interfaces.
  • Remote Access: Dedicated IPMI LAN port for out-of-band management.

Software

  • Operating System: Ubuntu Server 22.04 LTS – see Linux Distributions
  • Backup Software: Compatible with Veeam Backup & Replication, Commvault, Rubrik, and other industry-leading backup solutions. Specific software configuration is outside the scope of this document.
  • Virtualization: Support for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM.

Table 1: Hardware Specification Summary

Hardware Specification Summary
Category Server Chassis CPU Memory OS Drive Backup Storage RAID Controller Networking Power Supply Remote Management

2. Performance Characteristics

The CBS configuration is designed for high throughput and low latency data transfer. Performance testing was conducted using industry-standard benchmarking tools and simulated real-world backup scenarios.

Benchmark Results

  • IOmeter: Sequential Read: 2.8 GB/s, Sequential Write: 2.5 GB/s (RAID 6 Array) – see Storage Performance Metrics for details.
  • FIO: Random Read (4KB): 80,000 IOPS, Random Write (4KB): 65,000 IOPS (RAID 6 Array).
  • Network Throughput: 38 Gbps sustained throughput using the 40GbE adapter with Jumbo Frames enabled. – see Network Optimization
  • Backup Window Test (100TB Source Data): 7 hours 45 minutes using Veeam Backup & Replication with data compression and deduplication enabled. This test involved a full backup to the RAID 6 array over the 40GbE network.

Real-World Performance

  • Daily Incremental Backup (10TB Change Rate): Approximately 30-45 minutes.
  • Full Backup (100TB): As tested above, approximately 7 hours 45 minutes.
  • Restore Time (1TB VM): Approximately 10-15 minutes.
  • Deduplication Ratio: Achieved an average deduplication ratio of 2:1 in testing, reducing storage requirements. – see Data Deduplication

The performance is heavily influenced by network bandwidth, CPU utilization during compression/encryption, and the efficiency of the chosen backup software. Optimizing these factors is crucial for meeting Service Level Agreements (SLAs). CPU utilization typically peaks around 70-80% during full backups.


Table 2: Performance Summary

Performance Summary
Metric Sequential Read (RAID 6) Sequential Write (RAID 6) Random Read (4KB, RAID 6) Random Write (4KB, RAID 6) Network Throughput (40GbE) Full Backup (100TB) Incremental Backup (10TB) Restore Time (1TB VM)

3. Recommended Use Cases

The CBS configuration is ideally suited for the following use cases:

  • Mid-to-Large Enterprise Backup: Protecting critical data for organizations with 50TB to 500TB of data requiring robust backup and recovery solutions.
  • Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS): Providing a reliable platform for replicating and recovering virtual machines and applications in the event of a disaster. – see Disaster Recovery Planning.
  • Cloud-to-Cloud Backup: Backing up data from various cloud services (e.g., Microsoft 365, Salesforce) to a central, on-premise repository.
  • Long-Term Data Archiving: Storing infrequently accessed data for compliance and regulatory purposes. – see Data Archiving Strategies.
  • Virtual Machine Backup: Centralized backup and recovery of virtual machines running on VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
  • Database Backup: Protecting critical databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle) with application-aware backup capabilities.

4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

The CBS configuration represents a balance between performance, capacity, and cost. Here's a comparison with alternative options:

Table 3: Configuration Comparison

Configuration Comparison
Feature CBS Configuration Low-Cost Configuration CPU Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4310 Memory 512GB DDR4 3200MHz 256GB DDR4 2666MHz Storage 24 x 16TB SAS 7.2K RPM (RAID 6) 24 x 14TB SATA 7.2K RPM (RAID 6) Networking 10GbE + 40GbE Dual 1GbE RAID Controller Broadcom MegaRAID 9460-8i Broadcom MegaRAID 9440-8i Estimated Cost $25,000 - $35,000 $15,000 - $20,000 Target Use Case Mid-to-Large Enterprise Backup Small-to-Medium Business Backup
  • Low-Cost Configuration: This configuration utilizes lower-end CPUs, less memory, and slower SATA drives. It’s suitable for smaller organizations with less demanding backup requirements. Performance will be significantly lower, and scalability is limited.
  • High-Performance Configuration: This configuration features top-of-the-line CPUs, a larger memory footprint, faster SAS drives (10K RPM), and faster networking (100GbE). It’s ideal for large enterprises requiring maximum performance and scalability. It comes at a significantly higher cost.

The CBS configuration provides a sweet spot between these extremes, offering a robust and scalable solution at a reasonable price point.

5. Maintenance Considerations

Maintaining the CBS configuration requires careful planning and adherence to best practices.

Cooling

  • Airflow: Ensure adequate airflow within the server rack. Hot air should be exhausted from the rear of the rack. – see Data Center Cooling.
  • Temperature Monitoring: Implement temperature monitoring tools to detect overheating components.
  • Fan Redundancy: The server chassis features redundant fans to ensure continued cooling in the event of a fan failure.

Power Requirements

  • Power Consumption: The CBS configuration can consume up to 2500W at peak load.
  • Power Distribution Units (PDUs): Utilize redundant PDUs to provide backup power. – see Power Distribution Units.
  • UPS: Implement an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to protect against power outages. – see UPS Systems.

Storage Maintenance

  • RAID Monitoring: Continuously monitor the RAID array for drive failures and rebuild status.
  • Drive Replacement: Have spare drives available for hot-swap replacement in case of drive failures.
  • Firmware Updates: Regularly update the firmware of the RAID controller and drives to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Data Scrubbing: Perform periodic data scrubbing to detect and correct data errors.

Software Maintenance

  • Operating System Updates: Keep the operating system up-to-date with the latest security patches and bug fixes.
  • Backup Software Updates: Regularly update the backup software to benefit from new features and performance improvements.
  • Log Monitoring: Monitor system logs for errors and warnings.

Remote Management

  • IPMI Access: Securely configure IPMI access for remote server management.
  • Regular Checks: Perform regular checks of server health and performance through IPMI.

Physical Security

  • Rack Security: Secure the server rack to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Environmental Controls: Maintain a stable temperature and humidity within the data center.

CPU Architecture Memory Technologies SSD Technologies RAID Levels RAID Controllers Network File Sharing Protocols Network Interface Cards Server Management Interfaces Linux Distributions Power Supply Redundancy Data Deduplication Disaster Recovery Planning Data Archiving Strategies Data Center Cooling Power Distribution Units UPS Systems Network Optimization Storage Performance Metrics ```


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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