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To provide [[Intelligent_Availability#Complete_Stack_Redundancy|full stack redundancy]], there are minimum system requirements. These are not performance requirements, but instead, minimum features and capabilities.
To provide [[Intelligent_Availability#Complete_Stack_Redundancy|full stack redundancy]], there are minimum system requirements. These are not performance requirements, but instead, minimum features and capabilities.
= Foundation Pack =
The foundation pack consists of redundant power and redundant networking which the ''Anvil!'' nodes will sit on top of. They play an integral role in providing full stack redundancy.
The foundation pack's ethernet switches inform that maximum sequential write speed and network bandwidth between the hosted servers and the outside world. As such, care must be taken when selecting equipment to ensure required performance is provided.
Finally, a foundation pack can host two or five ''Anvil!'' pairs. Deciding how many pairs you expect to use will determine the capacity of the foundation pack equipment.


== UPSes ==
== UPSes ==


[[image:apc_smt1500rm2u.jpg|thumb|right|500px|APC brand [http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SMT1500RM2U SMT1500RM2U] UPS. Photo by APC.]]
[[image:apc_smt1500rm2u.jpg|thumb|right|300px|APC brand [http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=SMT1500RM2U SMT1500RM2U] UPS. Photo by APC.]]


Two network-connected [[UPS]]es are required in order for [[ScanCore]] to monitor incoming power states, estimated run time remaining during power outage, charge percentage during recovery and to alert on distorted input power.  
Two network-connected [[UPS]]es are required in order for [[ScanCore]] to monitor incoming power states, estimated run time remaining during power outage, charge percentage during recovery and to alert on distorted input power.  
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== Switched PDUs ==
== Switched PDUs ==


[[image:APC_AP7900_Front-Right.jpg|thumb|right|400px|APC [http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP7900 AP7900 8-Outlet 1U] 120vAC PDU. Photo by [http://www.apcmedia.com/prod_image_library/index.cfm?search_item=AP7900# APC].]]
[[image:APC_AP7900_Front-Right.jpg|thumb|left|300px|APC [http://www.apc.com/products/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=AP7900 AP7900 8-Outlet 1U] 120vAC PDU. Photo by [http://www.apcmedia.com/prod_image_library/index.cfm?search_item=AP7900# APC].]]


Two network-switched [[PDU]]s are used to provide backup [[fencing]] for the ''Anvil!'' nodes.  
Two network-switched [[PDU]]s are used to provide backup [[fencing]] for the ''Anvil!'' nodes.  
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If you plan to use a different make or model, please verify that you can turn an outlet on and off, and that you can verify the outlet's current state. If so, please [[Support|contact us]] and we'll be happy to work to add support.
If you plan to use a different make or model, please verify that you can turn an outlet on and off, and that you can verify the outlet's current state. If so, please [[Support|contact us]] and we'll be happy to work to add support.


= Foundation Pack =
== Ethernet Switches ==
 
 


= Anvil! Nodes =
= Anvil! Nodes =

Revision as of 19:23, 1 November 2016

 AN!Wiki :: How To :: Selecting Hardware For Your Anvil!

This guide's goal is to provide a high-level overview on how to match appropriate hardware for anticipated loads on your Anvil! platform.

System Requirements

To provide full stack redundancy, there are minimum system requirements. These are not performance requirements, but instead, minimum features and capabilities.

Foundation Pack

The foundation pack consists of redundant power and redundant networking which the Anvil! nodes will sit on top of. They play an integral role in providing full stack redundancy.

The foundation pack's ethernet switches inform that maximum sequential write speed and network bandwidth between the hosted servers and the outside world. As such, care must be taken when selecting equipment to ensure required performance is provided.

Finally, a foundation pack can host two or five Anvil! pairs. Deciding how many pairs you expect to use will determine the capacity of the foundation pack equipment.

UPSes

APC brand SMT1500RM2U UPS. Photo by APC.

Two network-connected UPSes are required in order for ScanCore to monitor incoming power states, estimated run time remaining during power outage, charge percentage during recovery and to alert on distorted input power.

Currently, any UPS that supports the APC (Schneider) AP9630 or AP9631 network cards are supported.

If you plan to use a different make or model, please verify that the input voltage and frequency, battery run time and battery charge percentage can be retrieved over the network. If so, please contact us and we'll be happy to work to add support.

Switched PDUs

APC AP7900 8-Outlet 1U 120vAC PDU. Photo by APC.

Two network-switched PDUs are used to provide backup fencing for the Anvil! nodes.

Currently, any APC (Schneider) switched PDU, like the AP7900, are supported. Raritan brand PDUs are also supported, like the PX2-5260A4R.

Other brands may work fine, but may not be ideal due to slow switching times (TrippLite switched PDUs are an example of PDUs that work, but are very slow to switch and confirm states).

If you plan to use a different make or model, please verify that you can turn an outlet on and off, and that you can verify the outlet's current state. If so, please contact us and we'll be happy to work to add support.

Ethernet Switches

Anvil! Nodes

Striker Dashboards

 

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