The Spyder
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I was asked last week to virualize a server environment for a larger client of mine. They currently have 6-8 servers. 60 active users. They want to add 4 more servers and have expansion plans to grow to over 150 people in the next 2 years. There current storage and database servers are insufficient. The plan is to move them to a redundant VM solution and use the newest of the existing servers as part of the project. I need to spec out the hardware this weekend for a report Monday. My first attempt was more of out of fun then anything, but within their budget.
(3)
Poweredge R710
(2) Intel Xeon 5550 Quad 2.66 1333fsb 8mg cache
32gb RDIMMS 1333fsb (8x4gb)
Rails with Management arms
Perc6i
Perc6e
2 Intel Pro 1000PT Dual Port adapters
2x450gb 15k SAS drives
HO Redundant powersupplies
iDrac6 cards
3yr 4hr/365 same day response.
(1)
MD3000i
(12) 1tb SAS nearline drives
2 Controller Cards
3yr 4hr/365 same day response.
Now this is completely over kill at just over $50k. I still need to squeeze in switches, battery backup, and make sure the existing backup hardware can handle the new storage.
What have you guys seen in a environment like this, or rather what would you like to see?
HP is next on my list...
(3)
Poweredge R710
(2) Intel Xeon 5550 Quad 2.66 1333fsb 8mg cache
32gb RDIMMS 1333fsb (8x4gb)
Rails with Management arms
Perc6i
Perc6e
2 Intel Pro 1000PT Dual Port adapters
2x450gb 15k SAS drives
HO Redundant powersupplies
iDrac6 cards
3yr 4hr/365 same day response.
(1)
MD3000i
(12) 1tb SAS nearline drives
2 Controller Cards
3yr 4hr/365 same day response.
Now this is completely over kill at just over $50k. I still need to squeeze in switches, battery backup, and make sure the existing backup hardware can handle the new storage.
What have you guys seen in a environment like this, or rather what would you like to see?
HP is next on my list...