Compliance Standards
```mediawiki This is a highly detailed technical documentation article for a hypothetical, high-density, dual-socket server configuration, designated **"Template:Title"**.
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- Template:Title: High-Density Compute Node Technical Deep Dive
- Author:** Senior Server Hardware Engineering Team
- Version:** 1.1
- Date:** 2024-10-27
This document provides a comprehensive technical overview of the **Template:Title** server configuration. This platform is engineered for environments requiring extreme processing density, high memory bandwidth, and robust I/O capabilities, targeting mission-critical virtualization and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads.
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- 1. Hardware Specifications
The **Template:Title** configuration is built upon a 2U rack-mountable chassis, optimized for thermal efficiency and maximum component density. It leverages the latest generation of server-grade silicon to deliver industry-leading performance per watt.
- 1.1 System Board and Chassis
The core of the system is a proprietary dual-socket motherboard supporting the latest '[Platform Codename X]' chipset.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Chassis Model | Server Chassis Model D-9000 (High Airflow Variant) |
| Motherboard | Dual-Socket (LGA 5xxx Socket) |
| BIOS/UEFI Firmware | Version 3.2.1 (Supports Secure Boot and IPMI 2.0) |
| Management Controller | Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with dedicated 1GbE port |
- 1.2 Central Processing Units (CPUs)
The **Template:Title** is configured for dual-socket operation, utilizing processors specifically selected for their high core count and substantial L3 cache structures, crucial for database and virtualization duties.
| Component | Specification Detail |
|---|---|
| CPU Model (Primary/Secondary) | 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable Processor [Model Z-9490] (e.g., 64 Cores, 128 Threads each) |
| Total Cores/Threads | 128 Cores / 256 Threads (Max Configuration) |
| Base Clock Frequency | 2.8 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency (Single Core) | Up to 4.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache (Total) | 2 x 128 MB (256 MB Aggregate) |
| TDP (Per CPU) | 350W (Thermal Design Power) |
| Supported Memory Channels | 8 Channels per socket (16 total) |
For further context on processor architectures, refer to the Processor Architecture Comparison.
- 1.3 Memory Subsystem (RAM)
Memory capacity and bandwidth are critical for this configuration. The system supports high-density Registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) across 32 DIMM slots (16 per CPU).
| Parameter | Configuration Detail |
|---|---|
| Total DIMM Slots | 32 (16 per socket) |
| Memory Type Supported | DDR5 ECC RDIMM |
| Maximum Capacity | 8 TB (Using 32 x 256GB DIMMs) |
| Tested Configuration (Default) | 2 TB (32 x 64GB DDR5-5600 ECC RDIMM) |
| Memory Speed (Max Supported) | DDR5-6400 MT/s (Dependent on population density) |
| Memory Controller Type | Integrated into CPU (IMC) |
Understanding memory topology is vital for optimal performance; see NUMA Node Configuration Best Practices.
- 1.4 Storage Configuration
The **Template:Title** emphasizes high-speed NVMe storage, utilizing U.2 and M.2 form factors for primary boot and high-IOPS workloads, while offering flexibility for bulk storage via SAS/SATA drives.
- 1.4.1 Primary Storage (NVMe/Boot)
Boot and OS drives are typically provisioned on high-endurance M.2 NVMe drives managed by the chipset's PCIe lanes.
| Storage Bay Type | Quantity | Interface | Capacity (Per Unit) | Purpose | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | M.2 NVMe (Internal) | 2 | PCIe Gen 5 x4 | 3.84 TB (Enterprise Grade) | OS Boot/Hypervisor |
- 1.4.2 Secondary Storage (Data/Scratch Space)
The chassis supports hot-swappable drive bays, configured primarily for high-throughput storage arrays.
| Bay Type | Quantity | Interface | Configuration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Accessible Bays (Hot-Swap) | 12 x 2.5" Drive Bays | SAS4 / NVMe (via dedicated backplane) | Supports RAID configurations via dedicated hardware RAID controller (e.g., Broadcom MegaRAID 9750-16i). |
The storage subsystem relies heavily on PCIe lane allocation. Consult PCIe Lane Allocation Standards for full topology mapping.
- 1.5 Networking and I/O Expansion
I/O density is achieved through multiple OCP 3.0 mezzanine slots and standard PCIe expansion slots.
| Slot Type | Quantity | Interface / Bus | Configuration |
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| OCP 3.0 Mezzanine Slot | 2 | PCIe Gen 5 x16 | Reserved for dual-port 100GbE or 200GbE adapters. |
| Standard PCIe Slots (Full Height) | 4 | PCIe Gen 5 x16 (x16 electrical) | Used for specialized accelerators (GPUs, FPGAs) or high-speed Fibre Channel HBAs. |
| Onboard LAN (LOM) | 2 | 1GbE Baseboard Management Network |
The utilization of PCIe Gen 5 significantly reduces latency compared to previous generations, detailed in PCIe Generation Comparison.
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- 2. Performance Characteristics
Benchmarking the **Template:Title** reveals its strength in highly parallelized workloads. The combination of high core count (128) and massive memory bandwidth (16 channels DDR5) allows it to excel where data movement bottlenecks are common.
- 2.1 Synthetic Benchmarks
The following results are derived from standardized testing environments using optimized compilers and operating systems (Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.x).
- 2.1.1 SPECrate 2017 Integer Benchmark
This benchmark measures throughput for parallel integer-based applications, representative of large-scale virtualization and transactional processing.
| Metric | Template:Title Result | Previous Generation (2U Dual-Socket) Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| SPECrate 2017 Integer Score | 1150 (Estimated) | +45% Improvement |
| Latency (Average) | 1.2 ms | -15% Reduction |
- 2.1.2 Memory Bandwidth Testing
Measured using STREAM benchmark tools configured to saturate all 16 memory channels simultaneously.
| Operation | Bandwidth Achieved | Theoretical Max (DDR5-5600) |
|---|---|---|
| Triad Bandwidth | 850 GB/s | ~920 GB/s |
| Copy Bandwidth | 910 GB/s | ~1.1 TB/s |
- Note: Minor deviation from theoretical maximum is expected due to IMC overhead and memory controller contention across 32 populated DIMMs.*
- 2.2 Real-World Application Performance
Performance metrics are more relevant when contextualized against common enterprise workloads.
- 2.2.1 Virtualization Density (VMware vSphere 8.0)
Testing involved deploying standard Linux-based Virtual Machines (VMs) with standardized vCPU allocations.
| Workload Metric | Configuration A (Template:Title) | Configuration B (Standard 2U, Lower Core Count) | Improvement Factor | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | Maximum Stable VMs (per host) | 320 VMs (8 vCPU each) | 256 VMs (8 vCPU each) | 1.25x | Average VM Response Time (ms) | 4.8 ms | 5.9 ms | 1.23x | CPU Ready Time (%) | < 1.5% | < 2.2% | Improved efficiency
The high core density minimizes the reliance on CPU oversubscription, leading to lower CPU Ready times, a critical metric in virtualization performance. See VMware Performance Tuning for optimization guidance.
- 2.2.2 Database Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Using TPC-C simulation, the platform demonstrates superior throughput due to its large L3 cache, which reduces the need for frequent main memory access.
- **TPC-C Throughput (tpmC):** 1,850,000 tpmC (at 128-user load)
- **I/O Latency (99th Percentile):** 0.8 ms (Storage subsystem dependent)
This performance profile is heavily influenced by the NVMe subsystem's ability to keep up with high transaction rates.
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- 3. Recommended Use Cases
The **Template:Title** is not a general-purpose server; its specialized density and high-speed interconnects dictate specific optimal applications.
- 3.1 Mission-Critical Virtualization Hosts
Due to its 128-thread capacity and 8TB RAM ceiling, this configuration is ideal for hosting dense, monolithic virtual machine clusters, particularly those running VDI or large-scale application servers where memory allocation per VM is significant.
- **Key Benefit:** Maximizes VM density per rack unit (U), reducing data center footprint costs.
- 3.2 High-Performance Computing (HPC) Workloads
For scientific simulations (e.g., computational fluid dynamics, weather modeling) that are memory-bandwidth sensitive and require significant floating-point operations, the **Template:Title** excels. The 16-channel memory architecture directly addresses bandwidth starvation common in HPC kernels.
- **Requirement:** Optimal performance is achieved when utilizing specialized accelerator cards (e.g., NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPU) installed in the PCIe Gen 5 slots.
- 3.3 Large-Scale Database Servers (In-Memory Databases)
Systems running SAP HANA, Oracle TimesTen, or other in-memory databases benefit immensely from the high RAM capacity (up to 8TB). The low-latency access provided by the integrated memory controller ensures rapid query execution.
- **Consideration:** Proper NUMA balancing is paramount. Configuration must ensure database processes align with local memory controllers. See NUMA Architecture.
- 3.4 AI/ML Training and Inference Clusters
While primarily CPU-centric, this server acts as an excellent host for multiple high-end accelerators. Its powerful CPU complex ensures the data pipeline feeding the GPUs remains saturated, preventing GPU underutilization—a common bottleneck in less powerful host systems.
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- 4. Comparison with Similar Configurations
To properly assess the value proposition of the **Template:Title**, it must be benchmarked against two common alternatives: a higher-density, single-socket configuration (optimized for power efficiency) and a traditional 4-socket configuration (optimized for maximum I/O branching).
- 4.1 Configuration Matrix
| Feature | Template:Title (2U Dual-Socket) | Configuration X (1U Single-Socket) | Configuration Y (4U Quad-Socket) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Socket Count | 2 | 1 | 4 | | Max Cores | 128 | 64 | 256 | | Max RAM | 8 TB | 4 TB | 16 TB | | PCIe Lanes (Total) | 128 (Gen 5) | 80 (Gen 5) | 224 (Gen 5) | | Rack Density (U) | 2U | 1U | 4U | | Memory Channels | 16 | 8 | 32 | | Power Draw (Peak) | ~1600W | ~1100W | ~2500W | | Ideal Role | Balanced Compute/Memory Density | Power-Constrained Workloads | Maximum I/O and Core Count |
- 4.2 Performance Trade-offs Analysis
The **Template:Title** strikes a deliberate balance. Configuration X offers better power efficiency per server unit, but the **Template:Title** delivers 2x the total processing capability in only 2U of space, resulting in superior compute density (cores/U).
Configuration Y offers higher scalability in terms of raw core count and I/O capacity but requires significantly more power (30% higher peak draw) and occupies twice the physical rack space (4U vs 2U). For most mainstream enterprise virtualization, the 2:1 density advantage of the **Template:Title** outweighs the need for the 4-socket architecture's maximum I/O branching.
The most critical differentiator is memory bandwidth. The 16 memory channels in the **Template:Title** provide superior sustained performance for memory-bound tasks compared to the 8 channels in Configuration X. See Memory Bandwidth Utilization.
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- 5. Maintenance Considerations
Deploying high-density servers like the **Template:Title** requires stringent attention to power delivery, cooling infrastructure, and serviceability procedures to ensure maximum uptime and component longevity.
- 5.1 Power Requirements and Redundancy
Due to the high TDP components (350W CPUs, high-speed NVMe drives), the power budget must be carefully managed at the rack PDU level.
| Component Group | Estimated Peak Wattage (Configured) | Required PSU Rating |
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| Dual CPU (2 x 350W TDP) | ~1400W (Under full synthetic load) | 2 x 2000W (1+1 Redundant configuration) |
| RAM (8TB Load) | ~350W | Required for PSU calculation |
| Storage (12x NVMe/SAS) | ~150W | Total System Peak: ~1900W |
It is mandatory to deploy this system in racks fed by **48V DC power** or **high-amperage AC circuits** (e.g., 30A/208V circuits) to avoid tripping breakers during peak load events. Refer to Data Center Power Planning.
- 5.2 Thermal Management and Airflow
The 2U chassis design relies heavily on high static pressure fans to push air across the dense CPU heat sinks and across the NVMe backplane.
- **Minimum Required Airflow:** 180 CFM at 35°C ambient inlet temperature.
- **Recommended Inlet Temperature:** Below 25°C for sustained peak loading.
- **Fan Configuration:** N+1 Redundant Hot-Swappable Fan Modules (8 total modules).
Improper airflow management, such as mixing this high-airflow unit with low-airflow storage arrays in the same rack section, will lead to thermal throttling of the CPUs, severely impacting performance metrics detailed in Section 2. Consult Server Cooling Standards for rack layout recommendations.
- 5.3 Serviceability and Component Access
The **Template:Title** utilizes a top-cover removal mechanism that provides full access to the DIMM slots and CPU sockets without unmounting the chassis from the rack (if sufficient front/rear clearance is maintained).
- 5.3.1 Component Replacement Procedures
| Component | Replacement Procedure Notes | Required Downtime | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | DIMM Module | Hot-plug supported only for specific low-power DIMMs; cold-swap recommended for large capacity changes. | Minimal (If replacing non-boot path DIMM) | | CPU/Heatsink | Requires chassis removal from rack for proper torque application and thermal paste management. | Full Downtime | | Fan Module | Hot-Swappable (N+1 redundancy ensures operation during replacement). | Zero | | RAID Controller | Accessible via rear access panel; hot-swap dependent on controller model. | Minimal |
All maintenance procedures must adhere strictly to the Vendor Maintenance Protocol. Failure to follow torque specifications on CPU retention mechanisms can lead to socket damage or poor thermal contact.
- 5.4 Firmware Management
Maintaining the synchronization of the BMC, BIOS/UEFI, and RAID controller firmware is critical for stability, especially when leveraging advanced features like PCIe Gen 5 bifurcation or memory mapping. Automated firmware deployment via the BMC is the preferred method for large deployments. See BMC Remote Management.
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- Conclusion
The **Template:Title** configuration represents a significant leap in 2U server density, specifically tailored for memory-intensive and highly parallelized computations. Its robust specifications—128 cores, 8TB RAM capacity, and extensive PCIe Gen 5 I/O—position it as a premium solution for modern enterprise data centers where maximizing compute density without sacrificing critical bandwidth is the primary objective. Careful planning regarding power delivery and cooling infrastructure is mandatory for realizing its full performance potential.
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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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Overview
This document details the technical specifications, performance characteristics, recommended use cases, comparisons, and maintenance considerations for the “Compliance Standards” server configuration. This configuration is designed to meet the stringent requirements of heavily regulated industries (Healthcare, Finance, Government) necessitating high data integrity, security, and auditability. It's built around redundancy, reliability, and performance suitable for demanding workloads. This document assumes a baseline understanding of server hardware concepts; refer to Server Architecture Overview for foundational information.
1. Hardware Specifications
The "Compliance Standards" configuration prioritizes reliability and data protection. The following table details the specific hardware components:
| **Specification** | **Details** | | Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6438 (32 Cores/64 Threads per CPU) | Base Clock: 2.6 GHz, Max Turbo Frequency: 3.8 GHz, Cache: 48MB L3 Cache per CPU, TDP: 205W | | 2x LGA 4189 | Supports simultaneous multi-threading (SMT/Hyper-Threading) | | Intel C640 Platform Controller Hub (PCH) | Provides extensive I/O and manageability features. See Chipset Functionality. | | 512GB DDR4-3200 ECC Registered DIMMs | 16x 32GB Modules, 8 channels, supports Advanced Error Checking and Correction (ECC). See Memory Technologies. | | 2 x 480GB SAS 12Gb/s SSD | RAID 1 Mirroring for OS and critical system files. High endurance enterprise-grade SSD. | | 8 x 4TB SAS 12Gb/s 7.2K RPM Enterprise HDD | RAID 6 configuration for data storage. Provides redundancy and data protection. See RAID Levels Explained. | | 2 x 960GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD | Configured as read/write cache for the data RAID array, improving I/O performance. | | Broadcom MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i | Hardware RAID controller supporting RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and others. Equipped with 8GB of cache. See RAID Controller Selection. | | 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) | Intel X710-DA4, supports advanced networking features like VLAN tagging and link aggregation. See Networking Fundamentals. | | 1 x Gigabit Ethernet | Dedicated for out-of-band management (IPMI). | | 2 x 1600W 80+ Platinum Redundant Power Supplies | Hot-swappable power supplies with active Power Factor Correction (PFC). See Power Supply Units. | | 2U Rackmount Chassis | Designed for optimal airflow and component accessibility. Supports tool-less drive bays. | | Supermicro X12DPG-QT6 | Dual Socket LGA 4189, supports the specified CPU and RAM. See Motherboard Architecture. | | Integrated IPMI 2.0 Compliant Remote Management Port | Allows for remote server control and monitoring. | | TPM 2.0 Module | Trusted Platform Module for secure boot and encryption key storage. See Trusted Platform Module (TPM). | |
Note: All components are sourced from Tier 1 vendors to ensure quality and reliability. Component revisions may vary slightly based on availability but will maintain equivalent or superior specifications.
2. Performance Characteristics
The Compliance Standards configuration is designed for consistent, reliable performance under heavy load. The dual Intel Xeon Gold processors and ample RAM provide substantial processing power. The hybrid storage configuration (SSD caching with HDD capacity) strikes a balance between speed and cost-effectiveness.
- Compute Performance: SPECint_rate2017: 280; SPECfp_rate2017: 190 (Approximate values – actual performance may vary depending on workload and configuration). These benchmarks reflect the strong multi-core performance of the Xeon Gold processors. See Benchmarking Server Performance.
- Storage Performance:
* OS/Boot SSD (RAID 1): Sequential Read: 550MB/s, Sequential Write: 500MB/s, IOPS: 80,000. * Data HDD (RAID 6): Sequential Read: 400MB/s, Sequential Write: 300MB/s, IOPS: 2,000. * Cache SSD (NVMe RAID 0): Sequential Read: 7000MB/s, Sequential Write: 5000MB/s, IOPS: 500,000.
- Network Performance: 10GbE NICs provide up to 10Gbps throughput. Link aggregation can be configured for increased bandwidth and redundancy. See Network Bandwidth Considerations.
- Real-world Performance Examples:
* Database Server (SQL Server/Oracle): Supports large databases with complex queries, achieving consistent transaction rates under high concurrency. * Virtualization Host (VMware/Hyper-V): Capable of hosting 30-40 virtual machines with moderate resource allocation per VM. See Server Virtualization Best Practices. * File Server (SMB/NFS): Provides fast and reliable file access for a large number of users.
These performance figures are based on internal testing and may vary depending on the specific workload and system configuration. We utilize tools like Iometer, PassMark, and custom scripts for performance evaluation. Refer to Performance Monitoring Tools for detailed performance tracking.
3. Recommended Use Cases
The "Compliance Standards" configuration is specifically designed for applications requiring high levels of data integrity, security, and compliance. Key use cases include:
- Financial Applications: Transaction processing, high-frequency trading, risk management, and regulatory reporting. The RAID 6 storage provides critical data protection.
- Healthcare Applications: Electronic Health Records (EHR), medical imaging, patient data management. Compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations is paramount.
- Government Applications: Secure data storage, classified information processing, public safety systems. The TPM 2.0 module enhances security.
- Legal Applications: Document management, e-discovery, case management. Data archiving and retrieval are critical.
- Compliance and Auditing Servers: Log management, security information and event management (SIEM), data loss prevention (DLP). Reliable performance and storage capacity are essential.
- High-Security Databases: Applications that require a high degree of data security and integrity.
4. Comparison with Similar Configurations
The “Compliance Standards” configuration sits in a premium segment, balancing cost with robustness. Here's a comparison with similar configurations:
| **CPU** | **RAM** | **Storage** | **RAID** | **NIC** | **Price (Approx.)** | **Ideal Use Case** | | Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6438 | 512GB DDR4-3200 ECC REG | 8x4TB SAS 7.2K HDD + 2x960GB NVMe SSD | RAID 6 (Data) + RAID 1 (OS) | 2x10GbE | $12,000 - $15,000 | Highly regulated industries, demanding workloads | | Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4310 | 256GB DDR4-2666 ECC REG | 4x4TB SAS 7.2K HDD + 2x480GB SATA SSD | RAID 5 (Data) + RAID 1 (OS) | 2x1GbE | $6,000 - $8,000 | Small to medium-sized businesses with moderate compliance requirements | | Dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8380 | 1TB DDR4-3200 ECC REG | 4x8TB SAS 7.2K HDD + 2x1.92TB NVMe SSD | RAID 10 (Data) + RAID 1 (OS) | 2x25GbE | $20,000 - $25,000 | Applications requiring maximum processing power and I/O performance (e.g., scientific computing, AI/ML) | | Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 | 512GB DDR4-3200 ECC REG | 8x1.92TB NVMe SSD | RAID 10 | 2x10GbE | $18,000 - $22,000 | Applications requiring extremely high I/O performance and low latency (e.g., in-memory databases) | |
The “Entry-Level Compliance” configuration provides a more affordable option for organizations with less stringent requirements. The “High-Performance Compute” configuration prioritizes raw processing power and is suitable for computationally intensive tasks. The “All-Flash Configuration” offers the highest I/O performance but comes at a premium cost. See Server Configuration Selection Guide for a more detailed comparison.
5. Maintenance Considerations
Maintaining the "Compliance Standards" configuration requires regular attention to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Cooling: The server generates significant heat, requiring adequate cooling. Maintain a controlled data center environment with proper airflow. Regularly check and clean fans and heatsinks. Consider liquid cooling for high-density deployments. Refer to Data Center Cooling Best Practices.
- Power Requirements: The dual 1600W power supplies provide redundancy but also require sufficient power capacity from the data center's power distribution units (PDUs). Ensure the PDUs are properly sized and maintained. See Power Distribution Units (PDUs).
- Storage Maintenance: Regularly monitor the health of the hard drives and SSDs using the RAID controller's management interface. Replace failing drives promptly. Implement a data backup and disaster recovery plan. See Data Backup and Recovery Strategies.
- Firmware Updates: Keep the firmware for all components (BIOS, RAID controller, NICs, etc.) up to date. Firmware updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements. Refer to Firmware Update Procedures.
- Security Updates: Apply security patches to the operating system and applications promptly. Implement strong access controls and security monitoring. See Server Security Hardening.
- Regular Audits: Conduct regular audits of the server’s configuration and logs to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Preventative Maintenance Schedule: Implement a regular schedule for cleaning, visual inspection, and component testing (e.g., memory testing). See Preventative Server Maintenance.
- Environmental Monitoring: Monitor temperature, humidity, and airflow within the server rack and data center to identify potential issues.
This document provides a comprehensive overview of the “Compliance Standards” server configuration. For more detailed information, please refer to the component-specific documentation and the resources linked throughout this document.
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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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