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10 node cluster server.


I'm thinking of making one at work.

 

Think of it as CPD, if you like.

 

 

We have 10 old RM computers [F-series] just sitting there gathering dust.

 

We also have 4 switches sitting around, plus a lot of various cables.

 

 

Our head would probably let me do it... But, I can't think of a use for it...

Edited by X-13

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CAM

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That's why you do it for the hell of it. Never know what you might learn. :D
X-13

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Indeed, that was the original plan.

 

But, then I though... Why not make something that can actually be used!

 

Perhaps I'll turn it into a cloud mmo LAN server for pupils... though 10x the processing power of an F-series is probably still not enough to run a decent mmo.

mjs_mjs

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hey there - do research on beowulf clusters - i used to be a member of their mailing list and discussed lots of things on there relating to what you're trying to do. I think there is an premade linux distro for making a beowulf cluster (computers connected by lan).

 

Will be interested to hear alot about this!

X-13

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The planning stage of PROJECT BORG starts on Monday.

 

I've been looking into Beowolf clusters and it seems like that's where I'm heading.

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