Cluster Preparation
Basic Computer Configuration
| Configuration Item | Basic Configuration |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 8 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 11 (64-bit), or Windows Server 2012 and above |
| Memory | 16GB or above |
| Graphics Card | Recommended NVIDIA dedicated graphics card GTX1070 or above, with at least 8GB VRAM |
| CPU | Recommended Intel® Core™ i5/i7; 8-core 16-thread processor, single-core performance 4GHz or above |
| Hard Drive | For data processing, SSD is recommended with transfer speed 100MB/s or above |
Note: The above is only the basic configuration for general use. For functions such as calculation and Gaussian reconstruction, please refer to the specific configuration parameters below.
1) Data Calculation Computer Requirements
| Configuration Item | Basic Configuration |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 8 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 11 (64-bit), or Windows Server 2012 and above |
| Memory | 32GB or above |
| Graphics Card | Recommended NVIDIA dedicated graphics card GTX1070 or above, with at least 8GB VRAM |
| CPU | Recommended Intel® Core™ i5/i7; 8-core 16-thread processor, single-core performance 4GHz or above |
| Hard Drive | For data processing, SSD is recommended with transfer speed 100MB/s or above |
2) Gaussian Reconstruction Computer Requirements
| Configuration Item | Basic Configuration |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 8 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit), Microsoft Windows 11 (64-bit), or Windows Server 2012 and above |
| Memory | 32GB or above. For handheld multi-project acquisitions longer than 90 minutes, 64GB or more is recommended |
| Graphics Card | High-performance NVIDIA GPU recommended, with at least 8GB VRAM. Recommended models: Server: V100, A10, A100 Desktop: 2080Ti, 3060, 3080Ti, 4080, 3090, 4090 Mobile: 3080Ti, 4080Ti |
| CPU | Recommended Intel® Core™ i5/i7; 8-core 16-thread processor, single-core performance 4GHz or above |
| Hard Drive | For data processing, SSD is recommended with transfer speed 100MB/s or above |
Network Storage Server
To ensure the security and efficient access of project files and cache files, it is recommended to deploy an enterprise-class RAID storage server.
Such devices mainly handle data storage and exchange, not computation tasks, so CPU and GPU performance requirements are low, but high speed and stability of the storage subsystem are essential.
- Recommended memory of more than 32GB to serve as disk cache, improving read/write efficiency.
- Disk capacity should be determined according to project data size. NAS-optimized hard drives are recommended; SSDs can be considered for further efficiency improvement.
- For networking, NAS devices should be equipped with 10GbE network cards to enhance throughput. For large-scale data, enterprise-class hard drives with 7200 RPM and 10TB per drive are recommended, with total capacity expandable beyond 100TB.
The storage server is not only a data archiving platform but also the hub of data transfer within the cluster. Its performance has a significant impact on overall speed.
If conditions are limited, a regular computer can also be used, sharing folders via Windows as network storage; or the master node’s local disk can be shared as a network storage directory.
Switch
- 10GbE switch
- 10GbE network card
- Category 6 or Cat6a cables
It is recommended to use a 24-port (or above) 10GbE switch that supports installation of 10GbE optical modules to significantly improve data transfer rates.
The storage server can connect directly to the switch via 10GbE NIC, 10GbE fiber patch cable, and optical modules, while cluster sub-nodes can be connected via network cables.
Network Environment
A 10GbE wired network is recommended to fully utilize data reconstruction performance. Enterprise-grade 10GbE routers and switches with network management functions should be used, and the number of ports should match the cluster size.
If conditions are limited, at least ensure 10GbE bandwidth between the storage node and the switch, and also between the master node and the switch. During operation, pay attention to network stability to avoid task failures caused by interruptions, congestion, or loose connectors.