We share materials on unboxing and testing storage systems and server hardware that we have received and used at different times during our activity as an .
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Server systems
. An overview of the compact UCS B480 M5 enterprise-class server — four such servers fit into the chassis (which we also show) with I/O bandwidth of 80 Gbps per slot. The solution is equipped with an extender of 2x Cisco UCS 2208XP or FEX. The Cisco UCS B480 M5 blade server can be used for high-load corporate applications and virtualization tasks. It is built on the Intel Xeon Scalable platform (up to 28 active cores) and is essentially a "doubled" implementation of the B200 M5 server. We discuss more about its specifications in our article linked above.
. We show what the bundle looks like in the packaging and discuss its contents. Included are the UCS 5108 chassis, Fabric Interconnect switches with UCS Manager onboard for server management, virtualization, and automation, as well as FEX extenders. Throughout the unpacking process, we highlight several nuances, such as cooling mechanisms of the switch, partitions between processors on the server, and more.
. A slightly earlier review of the UCS M4308 package. This solution is designed for parallel and cloud computing and offers virtual interface functionality (Virtual Interface Card) along with the UCS Manager management system. This feature allows the solution to be used for parallelized tasks. The UCS M142 cartridges used here are specifically designed for IaaS providers — they consume less energy than the M1414 but handle the increased loads of business-critical applications.
. This material discusses the tools for system configuration. In the first part of the story, we provide a brief overview of its features, and then offer a step-by-step guide for working with it, starting from connecting the console wire to unpacking individual tabs and obtaining the desired result.
. There is an opinion that VRTX is the "ideal server system for small businesses." This is our photo review: from unboxing to installing the hardware into the rack.
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. Explaining high performance computing in simple terms. Discussing what blade servers are, where they are used, their strengths and weaknesses, and showcasing the Dell PowerEdge M1000e as an example. Additionally, discussing Twin and microservers: talking about configuration, pros and cons of such systems using models like Dell C6000 and Supermicro.
Data Storage Systems
. Starting with the disk array configuration, test server, and connection scheme. Explaining the methodology, presenting a set of tests, and evaluating their results. This array can pass 1.5 Gbit/s through one controller under streaming loads. For its testing, we used the FIO benchmark and aimed to provide an objective assessment of the results obtained.
. This storage system has replaced the 32 and 62 series of NetApp as a more powerful solution for the ITGLOBAL platform (enhanced with Cluster Interconnect). Demonstrating the unboxing process, the 'insides' of the controllers, an overview of ports, and rack placement. All this alongside the technical specifications of the equipment.
. Presenting the E2724, designed for data storage in SAN environments. Unboxing step by step, highlighting the features of this solution's configuration and implementation — examining it from all angles and providing specifications.
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. Discussing the acquired AFF A300 with one hundred terabytes of SSD. In the first part of the photo review — providing specifications, showcasing the system's design features, looking 'under the hood' of the controller, and describing the cooling system. In the second part — presenting the NetApp DS224C shelf and the hardware arrangement in the rack.
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