Greetings, On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 at 8:58 AM, tuxdna <tux...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi, > > I want to build a cluster of machines on a set of common PC boxes. > Specifically building a rack of let say 6 PC boxes, connecting them > over Ethernet, and ofcourse running Free and Open Source software. > > Before I begin my research and investment, I would like to take > opinion from you about what all things I would need to take care of in > terms of: > * how to build a rack to save space, with enough room for cooling? > * selecting amount CPU, RAM, Network Switch, Power Supply > * which brands to go for? > * and how to optimize the cost? >
You want HA or HPC cluster? You will be better off chosing rackmount chasis than the common desktop type cabinets. Choose a motherboard with two ethernet ports and IPMI. Please provide some more details as what you want to do with this cluster. -- Regards, Rajagopal _______________________________________ Pune GNU/Linux Users Group Mailing List
