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Extreme GPU Computing
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Ultra-high density
The C4130 enables dense GPU computing with up to four accelerators/coprocessors per U. Most current
servers in the market offer densities of one or two accelerators/processors per U. The high density
combined with configurability proves to be a powerful combination.
Accelerator-friendly layout
The C4130 is a purpose-built server with an accelerator-friendly thermal design, shown in Figure 4. The
accelerators/coprocessors are loaded in the front of the system. This layout allows incoming cold air to
reach the accelerator/coprocessors before it reaches the CPUs. This layout keeps the four
accelerators/coprocessors operating at optimal performance. It also helps increase the reliability of
the accelerators/coprocessors.
Figure 4: Unique placement of GPUs. Front loading the C4130 with GPU enables cold air to reach the GPUs
first, and keeps GPUs at optimal performance level.
Advanced systems management
The C4130 supports the Dell iDRAC 8 for systems management. The Dell Remote Access Controller
(iDRAC) with Lifecycle Controller technology, server deployment, configuration and updates are
streamlined across the OpenManage portfolio and through integration with third-party management
solutions.