Linux Server
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1. Manufacturer
2. GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
3. CPU (Central Processing Unit)
5. Drive
6. Frame
a. Linux
1. Manufacturer
⑴ Many opt for Dell or HP workstations
⑵ Search for “Dell Precision Tower” or visit the official Dell website
2. GPU (graphic processing unit)
⑴ A Series
① Feature : Specialized in computations
② Latest specifications : H100, A100, A6000, A5000, etc.
⑵ GeForce
② Feature : Gaming specialization
③ Latest specifications : GeForce RTX3090, GeForce RTX4090, etc.
⑶ A Series vs GeForce
① The difference between A Series and GeForce is not significant when running only deep learning tasks.
② Performance metrics
○ Tensor Cores
○ VRAM : For instance, A6000 has more VRAM than RTX3090.
③ When installing multiple GPUs in parallel, be aware that supported GPUs may be limited due to fan structures, etc.
⑷ Korean PC Room Graphic Card Share In 2024
| Rank | Product Name | Memory Capacity | Memory Clock | Core Clock | Release Date | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2016.07.19 | 36.09% |
| 2 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2015.01.22 | 19.8% |
| 3 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 | 1 GB or more | 800 ~ 999 MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2013.06.25 | 7.55% |
| 4 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2019.01.15 | 6.26% |
| 5 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2016.10.25 | 4.32% |
| 6 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 800 ~ 999 MHz | 2011.05.17 | 3.61% |
| 7 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2014.02.18 | 3.4% |
| 8 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2018.10.17 | 3.01% |
| 9 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2016.05.27 | 2.45% |
| 10 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2014.09.19 | 2.44% |
| 11 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | 1 GB or more | 1,800 ~ 1,999 MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2021.02.25 | 1.6% |
| 12 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2018.09.20 | 1.44% |
| 13 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 1,000 ~ MHz | 2016.06.10 | 1.33% |
| 14 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti | 1 GB or more | 3,000 ~ MHz | 800 ~ 999 MHz | 2011.01.25 | 0.99% |
| 15 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 SE | 1 GB or more | 1,600 ~ MHz | 600 ~ 799 MHz | 2010.11.15 | 0.75% |
Table 1. PC Cafe Graphics Card Market Share in 2024
3. CPU (central processing unit)
⑴ Intel vs AMD
① Compatibility (Intel) vs Stability (AMD)
② Latest specifications : AMD Ryzen 9 5950X 16-Core Processor, etc.
4. RAM (random access memory)
⑵ In the field of bioinformatics, using RStudio extensively, 128 GB of RAM is recommended to ensure smooth bioinformatics analysis.
5. Drive
⑴ SSD vs HDD
① SSDs are fast but expensive, HDDs are slow but cheaper.
○ HDD prices are very low unless using Dell drives (1 million KRW per pentabyte).
② This leads to the general practice of using SSDs for computation and HDDs for storage and backup.
③ For an 8 million KRW Linux server for bioinformatics, using an SSD of 4 TB and an HDD of 8 TB provides a balanced feeling.
⑶ Cloud Services : When dealing with large datasets, consider using cloud-based drives over local ones.
① Naver Cloud
② SK Data Center
③ Amazon
6. Frame
⑴ Rack vs Tower
① Rack > Tower : Rack servers are preferred due to easier management like stacking.
② Rack < Tower
○ Building rack servers requires careful noise and heat management.
○ Tower servers usually have better internal heat dissipation.
○ Unless a separate server room with 24/7 air conditioning is available, tower servers are recommended.
7. Miscellaneous
⑴ Individual servers (workstations) cost around 8 to 10 million KRW.
⑵ For server setups around 150 million KRW, switch equipment and bandwidth need to be considered.
⑶ Given rising electricity costs, server specs with high energy efficiency are preferred.
⑷ Many second-hand server equipment becomes available towards the end of the year.
① In 2016, a server costing 10 million KRW could now be assembled for around 300,000 KRW : Comparable to a personal PC.
Input: 2022.12.29 20:30