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  1. Company X Server Configuration - Technical Documentation

This document details the technical specifications, performance characteristics, recommended use cases, and maintenance considerations for the "Company X" server configuration. This configuration is a high-performance, rack-mountable server designed for demanding enterprise workloads.

1. Hardware Specifications

The "Company X" server is built around a dual-socket architecture, prioritizing compute density and I/O performance. The following table details the complete hardware specification:

Component Specification
**CPU** 2 x 3rd Generation Intel Xeon Scalable Processor (Ice Lake-SP)
Model: Intel Xeon Platinum 8380
Cores/Threads: 40 Cores / 80 Threads per CPU
Base Frequency: 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency: 3.4 GHz
Cache: 60 MB Intel Smart Cache per CPU
TDP: 270W
**Chipset** Intel C621A Chipset
**Memory (RAM)** 2 x 32 GB DDR4-3200 ECC Registered DIMM (RDIMM) per CPU (Total: 64 GB)
Maximum Supported Memory: 8TB (16 x 512GB DIMMs)
Memory Channels: 8 channels per CPU
**Storage** 4 x 4TB SAS 12Gbps 7.2K RPM Enterprise Class HDD
RAID Controller: Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i with 8GB NV Cache
2 x 960GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD (for OS and caching)
Hot-Swap Bays: 8 x 3.5"
**Network Interface** 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) SFP+ ports
2 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) RJ45 ports
Optional: Mellanox ConnectX-6 100GbE NIC (requires separate purchase and installation) - See Network Interface Card Options
**Expansion Slots** 3 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (full height, full length)
2 x PCIe 4.0 x8 (full height, half length)
1 x PCIe 3.0 x8 (full height, half length) - See PCIe Expansion Guide
**Power Supply** 2 x 1100W 80+ Platinum Redundant Power Supplies
Hot-Swappable
**Chassis** 2U Rackmount Chassis
Material: Steel with Aluminum Front Bezel
**Management Interface** Integrated IPMI 2.0 Compliant BMC with dedicated network port
Remote Management: Web GUI, SSH, Serial-over-LAN - See IPMI Configuration
**Operating System Support** Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8/9
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 15/15 SP2
VMware ESXi 7.0/8.0
Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2022

Detailed specifications for each component can be found on the following internal pages: CPU Specifications, RAM Specifications, Storage Specifications, Network Card Specifications, Power Supply Specifications.

2. Performance Characteristics

The "Company X" server configuration delivers substantial performance across a range of workloads. The dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8380 processors provide excellent core count and clock speed, while the combination of NVMe SSDs and SAS HDDs offers a balance of speed and capacity.

  • Compute Performance: The server achieves a SPECint_rate2017 score of approximately 240 and a SPECfp_rate2017 score of approximately 280. These results demonstrate strong performance in both integer and floating-point intensive applications. Detailed SPEC benchmarks are available in Benchmark Results Database.
  • Storage Performance: The NVMe SSDs deliver sequential read speeds of up to 7GB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6GB/s. The SAS HDD array, configured in RAID 10, provides a sustained throughput of approximately 800MB/s. Storage Performance Analysis provides further details.
  • Network Performance: The 10GbE network interfaces can sustain a throughput of up to 9.4Gbps. With the optional 100GbE NIC, throughput can reach up to 90Gbps.
  • Virtualization Performance: The server is capable of supporting a significant number of virtual machines. In VMware ESXi 8.0, it can reliably host up to 60 virtual machines with 8 vCPUs and 32GB of RAM each, depending on the workload. See Virtualization Capacity Planning.

Here's a comparison of performance against a similar configuration using older hardware:

Metric Company X (Current) Previous Generation (Intel Xeon Gold 6248R) Improvement
SPECint_rate2017 240 180 33.3%
SPECfp_rate2017 280 220 27.3%
NVMe Read Speed (Sequential) 7 GB/s 3.5 GB/s 100%
RAID 10 Throughput 800 MB/s 500 MB/s 60%

3. Recommended Use Cases

The "Company X" server configuration is well-suited for the following applications:

  • **Virtualization:** Ideal for hosting virtual desktops (VDI), application servers, and test environments. The high core count and large memory capacity ensure excellent VM density and performance. Refer to Virtualization Best Practices.
  • **Database Servers:** Suitable for running demanding database applications such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL. The fast storage and ample memory provide excellent database performance. See Database Server Optimization.
  • **Application Servers:** Capable of handling complex application workloads, including web servers, application logic servers, and message queues.
  • **High-Performance Computing (HPC):** While not specifically designed for HPC, the server can be used for moderately complex scientific simulations and data analysis tasks.
  • **Big Data Analytics:** The server's storage capacity and processing power make it suitable for running big data analytics platforms such as Hadoop and Spark. Big Data Configuration Guide.
  • **Video Encoding/Transcoding:** The powerful CPUs can accelerate video processing tasks.

4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

The "Company X" server configuration competes with other high-performance server options. The following table compares it to two similar configurations:

Feature Company X Competitor A (Dell PowerEdge R750) Competitor B (HP ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus)
**CPU** 2 x Intel Xeon Platinum 8380 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6338 2 x Intel Xeon Gold 6330
**Memory** 64 GB DDR4-3200 128 GB DDR4-3200 64 GB DDR4-3200
**Storage** 4 x 4TB SAS + 2 x 960GB NVMe 8 x 4TB SAS + 2 x 1TB NVMe 8 x 4TB SAS + 2 x 480GB NVMe
**Network** 2 x 10GbE + 2 x 1GbE 2 x 10GbE + 2 x 1GbE 2 x 10GbE + 2 x 1GbE
**Power Supply** 2 x 1100W Platinum 2 x 1100W Platinum 2 x 800W Platinum
**Price (approx.)** $15,000 $18,000 $14,000
    • Analysis:**
  • **Competitor A (Dell PowerEdge R750):** Offers more memory and storage capacity, but at a higher price point. It’s a good option for workloads requiring massive memory or storage. See Dell PowerEdge Comparison.
  • **Competitor B (HP ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus):** Offers a similar price point to Company X, but with less powerful CPUs and smaller NVMe drives. It’s a cost-effective option for less demanding workloads. See HP ProLiant Comparison.
  • **Company X:** Provides a balanced configuration with high-end CPUs, ample storage, and a competitive price. It’s a versatile option for a wide range of enterprise workloads.

5. Maintenance Considerations

Proper maintenance is crucial for ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of the "Company X" server.

  • **Cooling:** The server generates significant heat due to the high-power CPUs. Adequate cooling is essential. The server should be installed in a rack with sufficient airflow. Regularly check the fan operation and clean dust from the fans and heatsinks. See Cooling System Maintenance.
  • **Power Requirements:** The server requires two dedicated power circuits capable of delivering at least 2200W. Ensure that the power circuits are properly grounded. Use a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to protect against power outages. Refer to Power Management Guide.
  • **RAID Management:** Regularly monitor the RAID array health using the MegaRAID Storage Manager. Replace failed hard drives promptly. Consider implementing a hot spare drive for increased redundancy. See RAID Configuration and Management.
  • **Firmware Updates:** Keep the server firmware (BIOS, BMC, RAID controller, network card) up to date to ensure optimal performance and security. Download the latest firmware from the vendor's website. Follow the recommended update procedures carefully. See Firmware Update Procedure.
  • **Physical Security:** The server should be housed in a secure data center with restricted access.
  • **Remote Management:** Utilize the IPMI interface for remote monitoring and management. Configure alerts for critical events such as high temperature, fan failure, and power supply failure. See Remote Management Best Practices.
  • **Environmental Monitoring:** Monitor the temperature and humidity of the server room. Maintain a temperature between 20°C and 25°C and a humidity level between 40% and 60%.

Regularly review Server Maintenance Schedule for recommended maintenance tasks. ```


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