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Snapshot of costs for higher-end computers, including compute cluster systems. Contact ChemIT to discuss your needs. |
Pricing example for 24 cores
You want 24 cores. Here are some options, and prices as of Jan 2014.
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Top-level options | Cost | Price analysis | Notes |
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Typical compute cluster nodes | $5K | Getting 24 cores on chips spread over 2 computers represents good value. | 4 chips, 2 on each of 2 motherboards. |
Single computer, rack-mount. | $8.5K | To get similar power merged into a single system, pay extra: | 4 chips, but on one single motherboard. Those chips are twice the price. |
Singe computer, desktop (but noisy and hot!) | $9.5K |
| Again, 4 chips, but on one single motherboard. Those chips are twice the price. |
Base data
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- $410 for each 6 cores chip, 2-capable.
- $890 for each 6 cores chip, 4-capable.
- $1,600 for each 8 cores chip, 4 capable.
Other ideas to consider
- Confirm limiting factor by using CISER's service to help tune where to invest (cores, RAM, hard drives space).
- Cut down on hard drive space by using file server space, in certain situations.
- Merge your investment into an existing cluster. Shared resources cost much less than standing up your own, small cluster.