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Cloud Server Integration - Technical Documentation

This document details the technical specifications, performance characteristics, recommended use cases, comparisons, and maintenance considerations for our “Cloud Server Integration” server configuration. This configuration is designed for demanding cloud workloads, virtual machine hosting, and data-intensive applications. It represents a balance between performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. This document is intended for system administrators, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals responsible for deploying and maintaining this server configuration. Please refer to our Server Hardware Glossary for definitions of technical terms.

1. Hardware Specifications

The Cloud Server Integration configuration is built around a dual-socket server platform. Detailed specifications are provided below. All components are enterprise-grade and rigorously tested for reliability. Power supplies are 80+ Platinum rated for efficiency. Detailed component selection rationale is available in the Component Selection Documentation.

Component Specification Manufacturer Model Number Notes
CPU Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (32 Cores/64 Threads per CPU) Intel CM83730039 2.0 GHz Base Frequency, 3.4 GHz Max Turbo Frequency, 48MB Cache, Support for AVX-512 instructions. See CPU Performance Analysis for detailed performance data.
Motherboard Supermicro X12DPG-QT6 Supermicro X12DPG-QT6 Dual Socket LGA 4189, Supports up to 8TB DDR4 ECC Registered Memory, 7x PCIe 4.0 x16 slots. Refer to Motherboard Compatibility List for tested configurations.
RAM 512GB DDR4-3200 ECC Registered LRDIMM Samsung M393A4K40DB1-CWE 32 x 16GB Modules. RDIMM provides improved stability and capacity compared to UDIMM. See Memory Configuration Best Practices.
Storage - OS/Boot 500GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD Samsung PM9A3 High-performance SSD for operating system and critical application installation. Utilizes NVMe Protocol Overview.
Storage - Primary 8 x 4TB SAS 12Gbps 7.2K RPM Enterprise HDD Seagate STHDS16000300 Configured in RAID 10 for redundancy and performance. See RAID Configuration Guide.
Storage - Cache/Tiering 2 x 1.92TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD Micron 9400 PRO Used for read/write caching to accelerate HDD access. Leverages Storage Tiering Techniques.
RAID Controller Broadcom SAS 9300-8i Broadcom 9300-8i Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50. Hardware RAID for optimal performance. See RAID Controller Configuration.
Network Interface Card (NIC) Dual Port 25GbE SFP28 Mellanox ConnectX-6 DX Provides high-bandwidth network connectivity. Supports RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2). Refer to Network Configuration Guide.
Power Supply Unit (PSU) 1600W Redundant 80+ Platinum Supermicro PWS-1600-1RPT Provides redundant power for high availability. See Power Supply Redundancy.
Chassis 4U Rackmount Chassis Supermicro 847E16-R1200B Designed for optimal airflow and component cooling. See Chassis Cooling Solutions.
Integrated Management Controller (IMC) IPMI 2.0 Compliant Supermicro Integrated on Motherboard Allows remote management and monitoring of the server. See IPMI Configuration and Access.

2. Performance Characteristics

The Cloud Server Integration configuration is designed to deliver sustained high performance under heavy workloads. Performance testing was conducted using industry-standard benchmarks and real-world application simulations. All testing was performed in a controlled environment with consistent cooling and power conditions. Detailed test methodologies are documented in the Performance Testing Methodology document.

  • **CPU Performance:** SPEC CPU 2017 results show an average score of 180 for integer workloads and 250 for floating-point workloads. This indicates excellent performance for both compute-intensive and data-intensive tasks. Detailed SPEC results are available in the SPEC CPU Benchmark Reports.
  • **Storage Performance:** RAID 10 array delivers sustained read/write speeds of up to 1.8 GB/s. NVMe caching significantly reduces latency for frequently accessed data. IOPS testing with FIO shows over 500,000 IOPS. See Storage Performance Analysis for detailed IOPS results.
  • **Network Performance:** 25GbE NICs provide high-bandwidth network connectivity with low latency. Achieved sustained throughput of 23 Gbps in iperf3 testing. RoCEv2 support enables high-performance networking for clustered applications. See Network Performance Testing.
  • **Virtualization Performance:** Running VMware vSphere 7, the configuration can comfortably host up to 60 virtual machines with 8 vCPUs and 32GB of RAM each, while maintaining acceptable performance levels. Detailed virtualization testing results are documented in the Virtualization Performance Report.
  • **Real-World Application Performance:**
   * **Database Server (PostgreSQL):**  Capable of handling over 50,000 concurrent connections with an average query response time of under 20ms.
   * **Web Server (NGINX):**  Sustained throughput of over 10,000 requests per second.
   * **Application Server (Java):**  Handles 1,000 concurrent users with an average response time of under 1 second.

3. Recommended Use Cases

This configuration is well-suited for a variety of demanding cloud and enterprise workloads:

  • **Virtualization Host:** Ideal for hosting virtual machines running various operating systems and applications. The high core count, large memory capacity, and fast storage provide excellent performance for virtualized environments.
  • **Cloud Infrastructure:** Suitable for building private or hybrid cloud infrastructure using platforms like OpenStack or VMware vCloud Director.
  • **Database Server:** Excellent for hosting large-scale databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Microsoft SQL Server. The fast storage and high memory capacity ensure optimal database performance.
  • **Application Server:** Capable of running demanding applications such as Java EE servers, web servers, and application frameworks.
  • **Big Data Analytics:** Suitable for running big data analytics workloads using technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or Elasticsearch.
  • **High-Performance Computing (HPC):** Can be used for certain HPC workloads that are not heavily dependent on GPU acceleration.
  • **Video Encoding/Transcoding:** Handles high-resolution video encoding and transcoding tasks efficiently. Requires suitable software licenses.
  • **Disaster Recovery:** Serves as a robust platform for disaster recovery and business continuity solutions.

4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

The Cloud Server Integration configuration represents a premium offering. Here’s a comparison with other commonly deployed server configurations:

Configuration CPU RAM Storage Network Price (Approx.) Use Cases
**Budget Cloud Server** Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4210 64GB DDR4 4 x 2TB SAS 7.2K RPM (RAID 1) Dual Port 1GbE $5,000 Small-scale virtualization, web hosting, file server
**Cloud Server Integration (This Configuration)** Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 512GB DDR4 8 x 4TB SAS 12Gbps (RAID 10) + 2 x 1.92TB NVMe Dual Port 25GbE $15,000 Large-scale virtualization, cloud infrastructure, database server, application server, big data analytics
**High-End GPU Server** Dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8380 1TB DDR4 8 x 4TB SAS 12Gbps (RAID 10) + 2 x 1.92TB NVMe Dual Port 100GbE $30,000+ Artificial intelligence, machine learning, GPU-accelerated computing, high-performance rendering
    • Key Differences:**
  • **CPU:** The Cloud Server Integration utilizes higher-end Gold series Xeon processors, providing significantly more cores and higher clock speeds than the Budget Cloud Server.
  • **RAM:** The increased RAM capacity allows for more virtual machines and larger in-memory databases.
  • **Storage:** The RAID 10 configuration and addition of NVMe caching provide superior performance and redundancy compared to the Budget Cloud Server’s RAID 1 configuration.
  • **Networking:** 25GbE networking provides significantly higher bandwidth than 1GbE.
  • **Price:** The Cloud Server Integration is more expensive than the Budget Cloud Server, but offers a substantial increase in performance and capabilities. Compared to the High-End GPU server, this configuration trades GPU power for a lower cost and more general-purpose compute capability.

5. Maintenance Considerations

Maintaining the Cloud Server Integration configuration requires regular attention to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

  • **Cooling:** The server generates significant heat, requiring adequate cooling. Ensure the server room has sufficient air conditioning and airflow. Monitor CPU and component temperatures using Server Monitoring Tools. Regularly clean dust from fans and heatsinks.
  • **Power Requirements:** The server requires a dedicated 208V/30A power circuit. Ensure the power circuit can handle the server’s peak power consumption (1600W). Utilize a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to protect against power outages. See Power Management Best Practices.
  • **Software Updates:** Keep the operating system, firmware, and drivers up to date to address security vulnerabilities and improve performance. Automated patching is recommended. Refer to the Software Update Policy.
  • **RAID Monitoring:** Regularly monitor the RAID array for disk failures. Replace failed disks promptly. Implement a proactive disk failure prediction system using SMART Monitoring.
  • **Log Analysis:** Regularly review system logs for errors and warnings. Use log analysis tools to identify potential issues. See Log Management and Analysis.
  • **Physical Security:** Secure the server room to prevent unauthorized access. Implement physical access controls and surveillance systems. See Data Center Security Guidelines.
  • **Regular Backups:** Implement a robust backup and recovery plan to protect against data loss. Perform regular full and incremental backups. See Backup and Recovery Procedures.
  • **Component Lifecycle Management:** Track the age and warranty status of all components. Proactively replace components nearing end-of-life to prevent failures. The Hardware Lifecycle Management Policy provides detailed guidance.


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Core i9-9900K Server 128 GB DDR4, NVMe SSD 2 x 1 TB CPU Benchmark: 49969
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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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