Server Sizing

greenti@grps.org · Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2015 1:51 pm **Post subject: Server Sizing**

We are considering FirstSpot for implementation at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. We anticipate a range of users from several hundred, to several thousand. Of process, memory, storage, or one I'm missing, which would have the greatest impact on scalability? I think we're shooting for a starting capacity of 2,000 users.
Thanks

alan · **Forum facilitator** Joined: 26 Sep 2003 Posts: 4435

For your case, it will be CPU-bound. As FirstSpot has many threads so it can take advantage of the latest multi-core CPU. You can start with using current generation Intel i7 or entry-level Xeon as a starting point.
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greenti@grps.org · Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2015 2:25 pm **Post subject:**

Thanks. I don't get too many trips to the plate. I must get a hit or strikeout on the first attempt. If processor is the key, then I could go with a dual processor I7 server, but would this be overkill? As a public entity our funds our limited and needs great. I have to balance the best performance I can get for the least amount of dollars.

alan · **Forum facilitator** Joined: 26 Sep 2003 Posts: 4435

Yes, dual i7 will be ideal. It might be cheaper than the Xeon route too...
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