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  1. ConnectivityManager Server Configuration - Technical Documentation

This document details the "ConnectivityManager" server configuration, a high-performance server designed for demanding network management, software-defined networking (SDN), and large-scale data processing related to network telemetry. It focuses on providing robust connectivity and processing power for complex network functions.

1. Hardware Specifications

The ConnectivityManager configuration is built around a dual-socket server platform prioritizing high core count, fast memory, and substantial I/O throughput. Below are the detailed specifications.

Component Specification
**CPU** Dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ (56 cores / 112 threads per CPU) - Total 112 cores/224 threads **CPU Clock Speed** Base: 2.0 GHz, Max Turbo Frequency: 3.8 GHz **CPU Cache** 105MB Intel Smart Cache per CPU (Total 210MB) **Chipset** Intel C741 Chipset **Memory (RAM)** 2TB DDR5 ECC Registered RDIMM, 4800 MHz, 8 x 256GB modules **Memory Channels** 8 Channels per CPU (16 channels total) **Storage - OS Drive** 1 x 480GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD (Boot/OS) - Samsung 990 Pro **Storage - Data Drives** 8 x 8TB SAS 12Gbps 7.2K RPM 3.5" HDD in RAID 6 configuration (Intel MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i) **Storage Controller** Intel MegaRAID SAS 9460-8i with 8GB NV Cache **Network Interface Cards (NICs)** 2 x 100GbE QSFP28 Mellanox ConnectX-7, RoCEv2 enabled 4 x 25GbE SFP28 Mellanox ConnectX-6 Dx 2 x 1GbE RJ45 Intel X710-DA4 **Expansion Slots** 3 x PCIe 5.0 x16 (Full Height, Full Length) 2 x PCIe 4.0 x8 (Full Height, Half Length) **Power Supply** 2 x 1600W 80+ Platinum Redundant Power Supplies **Chassis** 2U Rackmount Chassis – Supermicro 2U863B-R1K28B **Remote Management** IPMI 2.0 Compliant with Dedicated LAN **Operating System** Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 (Recommended, see Operating System Compatibility for details) **RAID Level** RAID 6 (for data drives)

Detailed Component Notes:

  • **CPU Selection:** The Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ processors were chosen for their high core count, crucial for parallel processing of network data and virtual network functions. See CPU Performance Analysis for detailed benchmarking.
  • **Memory Configuration:** 2TB of DDR5 ECC Registered RAM ensures ample memory for large datasets and virtual machine workloads. The 4800MHz speed and 8-channel architecture maximize memory bandwidth. Consider Memory Scaling Considerations when upgrading.
  • **Storage Configuration:** The combination of NVMe SSD for OS and fast SAS HDDs in RAID 6 provides a balance of speed and data redundancy. RAID 6 offers high fault tolerance, protecting against two simultaneous drive failures. See Storage Redundancy Options for more information.
  • **Networking:** The inclusion of both 100GbE and 25GbE NICs provides flexibility for different network environments and bandwidth requirements. RoCEv2 support on the 100GbE NICs enables low-latency, high-performance networking for demanding applications. Consult Network Interface Card Configuration for advanced settings.
  • **Power Supplies:** Redundant 1600W 80+ Platinum power supplies ensure high availability and efficient power delivery. See Power Supply Redundancy for details on failover behavior.


2. Performance Characteristics

The ConnectivityManager configuration has been rigorously tested to determine its performance characteristics under various workloads.

CPU Performance:

  • **SPECint 2017:** 380.2
  • **SPECfp 2017:** 450.5
  • **Sysbench CPU Test (224 Threads):** Average execution time of 1.8 seconds per iteration.

Memory Performance:

  • **STREAM Triad:** 650 GB/s
  • **Latency:** Average DRAM latency of 65ns. See Memory Latency Optimization for techniques to minimize latency.

Storage Performance:

  • **NVMe SSD (Sequential Read):** 7000 MB/s
  • **NVMe SSD (Sequential Write):** 6500 MB/s
  • **RAID 6 Array (Sequential Read):** 1200 MB/s
  • **RAID 6 Array (Sequential Write):** 800 MB/s

Network Performance:

  • **100GbE Throughput (TCP):** 95 Gbps
  • **100GbE Latency (RoCEv2):** Average latency of 25 microseconds.
  • **25GbE Throughput (TCP):** 23 Gbps

Real-World Performance:

  • **Snort Intrusion Detection System:** Capable of processing up to 50 Gbps of network traffic with full signature inspection. See IDS/IPS Performance Tuning for optimization strategies.
  • **Software Defined Networking (SDN) Controller (ONOS):** Supports up to 10,000 network devices with minimal performance degradation. Refer to SDN Controller Scalability for further detail.
  • **Network Flow Monitoring (NetFlow/sFlow):** Processes over 1 million flows per second without significant packet loss.

These results demonstrate the ConnectivityManager’s capability to handle demanding network workloads.


3. Recommended Use Cases

The ConnectivityManager configuration is ideally suited for the following applications:

  • **Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Controller:** Its high processing power and network throughput make it an excellent platform for running SDN controllers like ONOS, Ryu, or OpenDaylight. See SDN Deployment Guide.
  • **Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS):** The high core count and fast networking enable real-time analysis of network traffic for security threats.
  • **Network Performance Monitoring (NPM):** The server can collect and analyze network telemetry data (NetFlow, sFlow, IPFIX) to provide insights into network performance and identify bottlenecks. Consider Network Monitoring Best Practices.
  • **Virtual Network Functions (VNFs):** The large memory capacity and processing power allow for the virtualization of network functions such as firewalls, load balancers, and WAN optimizers. See VNF Orchestration Overview.
  • **Big Data Analytics for Network Data:** The server can be used to store and analyze large volumes of network data to identify trends, anomalies, and security threats.
  • **High-Speed Packet Capture and Analysis:** The fast NICs and storage enable capturing and analyzing network packets at high rates.
  • **WAN Optimization:** Accelerate application performance across wide area networks.

4. Comparison with Similar Configurations

Here's a comparison of the ConnectivityManager configuration with two other common server configurations:

Feature ConnectivityManager Mid-Range Network Server Entry-Level Network Server
**CPU** Dual Intel Xeon Platinum 8480+ (112 cores) Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6338 (32 cores) Dual Intel Xeon Silver 4310 (12 cores)
**RAM** 2TB DDR5 ECC Registered 512GB DDR4 ECC Registered 128GB DDR4 ECC Registered
**Storage** 8 x 8TB SAS 12Gbps RAID 6 + 480GB NVMe SSD 4 x 4TB SAS 12Gbps RAID 5 + 240GB NVMe SSD 2 x 2TB SAS 12Gbps RAID 1 + 120GB NVMe SSD
**NICs** 2 x 100GbE, 4 x 25GbE, 2 x 1GbE 2 x 25GbE, 2 x 1GbE 2 x 1GbE
**Power Supplies** 2 x 1600W Platinum Redundant 2 x 1100W Gold Redundant 1 x 750W Bronze
**Price (Approx.)** $45,000 - $60,000 $20,000 - $30,000 $8,000 - $12,000
**Typical Use Cases** Demanding SDN, High-Throughput IDS/IPS, Large-Scale NPM Medium-Scale SDN, IDS/IPS, Network Monitoring Basic Network Monitoring, Small-Scale Firewall

Analysis:

  • **Mid-Range Network Server:** Offers a good balance of performance and cost for organizations with moderate network management needs. It lacks the sheer processing power and networking capacity of the ConnectivityManager.
  • **Entry-Level Network Server:** Suitable for small businesses or organizations with limited network complexity. It is insufficient for demanding applications like large-scale SDN or high-throughput IDS/IPS.

The ConnectivityManager configuration is significantly more expensive but provides substantially higher performance and scalability. The selection of the appropriate configuration depends on the specific requirements and budget of the organization.


5. Maintenance Considerations

Maintaining the ConnectivityManager configuration requires careful attention to several key areas:

  • **Cooling:** The high-density server components generate significant heat. Ensure the server is deployed in a data center with adequate cooling capacity. Monitor CPU and component temperatures regularly using Temperature Monitoring Tools. Consider liquid cooling options for optimal thermal management.
  • **Power Requirements:** The dual redundant power supplies require dedicated power circuits capable of delivering the required wattage. Ensure the power infrastructure can handle the peak power draw (approximately 3200W). See Power Management Best Practices.
  • **Firmware Updates:** Regularly update the firmware for all components (CPU, chipset, NICs, storage controllers) to ensure optimal performance, security, and compatibility. Subscribe to vendor update notifications. Consult Firmware Update Procedures.
  • **RAID Maintenance:** Monitor the health of the RAID array and replace failed drives promptly. Perform regular RAID consistency checks. See RAID Maintenance Guide.
  • **Network Interface Card Monitoring:** Monitor NIC performance and error rates. Replace faulty NICs as needed. Utilize NIC Diagnostic Tools.
  • **Dust Control:** Regularly clean the server chassis to prevent dust buildup, which can impede cooling and cause hardware failures.
  • **Logging and Monitoring:** Implement comprehensive logging and monitoring to track server health, performance, and security events. Utilize tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus. See Server Monitoring Infrastructure.
  • **Remote Management:** Utilize the IPMI interface for remote server management, including power control, console access, and hardware monitoring. Secure the IPMI interface to prevent unauthorized access. Refer to IPMI Security Hardening.
  • **Physical Security:** Ensure the server is physically secure to prevent unauthorized access and tampering.


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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