Reducing Carbon Emissions & Energy Costs With a Custom 1U Rack PC
A BVM Case Study
Customer Profile
Our client is a global leader in the research, development, and production of innovative software-driven thermal optimization solutions for critical live environments. Their expertise spans key innovation areas, including the Internet of Things (IoT), edge computing, 3D visualization, digital twins, data center IT infrastructure management (DCIM), machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI).
By leveraging next-generation technologies and deep knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamics, the client ensures their software delivers optimal performance, energy efficiency, and reliability in mission-critical facilities.
Customer Requirements
The client required a custom 1U Rack PC capable of running their bespoke Linux operating system reliably. The solution needed to deliver:
- High performance for intensive computational workloads.
- Compact design to fit within existing server infrastructure.
- Multiple high-speed network interfaces to enable rapid data exchange.
- Scalability for future upgrades and evolving computational needs.
- Remote management capabilities to support offsite monitoring and maintenance.
The system had to combine these capabilities while maintaining maximum reliability and uptime in critical live environments.
Design Challenges
The main challenge was ensuring continuous operation even during power interruptions. Operating in live environments demanded a system with high reliability and built-in redundancy to prevent downtime.
Additional challenges included:
- Optimized thermal performance to complement the client’s expertise in heat management and energy efficiency.
- Space limitations within the existing 1U server racks.
- Seamless integration with the client’s thermal optimization software.
The Solution: Custom 1U Rack PC Designed by BVM
To address these challenges, BVM designed and manufactured a bespoke 1U rack-mounted PC with the following key features:
- Dual Redundant Power Supplies: Two hot-swappable power supply units, each capable of handling the full system load independently, ensuring uninterrupted operation even if one supply failed.
- High-Performance Components:
- Processor: 3.5” Single Board Computer with Intel Elkhart Lake J6412 Processor, Wide Operating Temperature (-30°C to +70°C)
- Memory: 8GB SODIMM, 3200 MHz DDR4, Wide Operating Temperature (-30°C to +70°C)
- Storage: M.2 2242 SSD, NVMe – PCIe 4 x 4, 128GB, Wide Operating Temperature (-30°C to +70°C)
- Compact and Heat-Efficient Design: Custom layout fitting perfectly within a 1U rack, maximizing space utilization in the client’s data centre.
- Remote Management: Integrated IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) for efficient monitoring, management, and troubleshooting from any location.
Results: Reliable, High-Performance 1U Rack Solution
The deployment of BVM’s custom 1U rack-mounted PC delivered immediate and measurable benefits:
- Increased Uptime and Reliability: Dual redundant power supplies reduced the risk of downtime, ensuring continuous operation.
- Enhanced Performance: High-performance components met the computational demands of the client’s applications, improving efficiency and processing speed.
- Optimized Space Utilization: The compact design allowed additional systems to be installed within the existing data centre footprint.
- Improved Network Throughput: High-speed network interfaces supported rapid data exchange critical for real-time operations.
- Future-Proofing: Scalable architecture enables seamless upgrades, protecting the client’s investment.
- Enhanced Remote Management: IPMI integration allowed effective remote monitoring and control, improving operational efficiency.
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