We are in the process of finally getting a small rackmounted render farm going. With all the latest advances in processors recently I am not totally sure which is the best way to go right now or in the near future.
Everyone here seems to rave about the X2 processors, but you cannot use those in a dual cpu setup correct? I think having 2x cpu's per blade is the way to go, so at the moment that means only the Xeons and Opterons? And as far as those two go, the Xeon Woodcrest is supposedly the fastest. But of course budget/economy is also a major factor.
Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated! I think we are going to put them together in house so it should be fun.
Everyone here seems to rave about the X2 processors, but you cannot use those in a dual cpu setup correct? I think having 2x cpu's per blade is the way to go, so at the moment that means only the Xeons and Opterons? And as far as those two go, the Xeon Woodcrest is supposedly the fastest. But of course budget/economy is also a major factor.
Any advice or suggestions would be appreciated! I think we are going to put them together in house so it should be fun.
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