Introduction

Dvana's range of two CPU socket systems are intended for users who require more processing power than our SS 1000 series systems can deliver. These generally have more memory capacity and are more expandable. These systems are ideal as database servers, for small to medium sized databases, for handling several smaller tasks, such as Microsoft Exchange email hosting, or Share Point Server. These servers are also ideally suited for combining several physical servers onto a single physical server using Virtual Server technology.

Due of the practical requirements of a system, we consider these to be idea for Windows 2008 R2 Small Business Server.

These servers will work well with the NS 1000 and NS 2000 storage units, for both redundancy, to keep your data safe, and for performance, making your data quickly available. These factors are key to your business sustainability.

• Enhanced server for multiple functions
• Dual CPU socketed systems with expansion capabilities
• Attractively priced
• Ideal for:
  • Multiple task application servers
  • Windows 2008 R2 Small Business Server
  • Database servers
  • Sharing of large quantities of files
  • Virtual server provisioning

Form Factor

Below are a selection of different case types, the images are not to scale, and are for illustrative purposes only.

	Full Tower The Full Tower case is the largest of the free standing case styles and has the most room for expansion and for additional components. These cases will generally be floor standing and will require their own space. This style is generally ideal for servers requiring flexibility, but at a higher cost. We would recommend these cases for systems that really need the expansion capability, perhaps with Tesler cards.
	1U Rack Mounted The 1U Rack Mounted servers are the height restricted (44.45mm) height, which means they are highly restricted in their expansion capacity. Generally, these servers are not upgradable, since they are already full. With two CPU sockets, it is possible to have substantial processing capability in a small package.
	2U Rack Mounted A 2U Rack Mounted server is twice the height of a 1U device, and requires a housing cabinet. The extra height of these cases enables a wider range of components to be fitted and for greater expansion. Typically these are used for compute nodes featuring multiple CPUs or Tesla cards.