For graphics-intensive desktop deployments, Dell Technologies recommends the VDI-optimized 2U/1 Node appliances that support GPU hardware.
The vSAN Ready Node R7625 server can be configured with or without GPUs. Dell Technologies also offers similar configurations in a 1U/1 Node appliance, although graphics configurations are limited on these platforms.
Common configurations have been designated as "Management-Optimized" and "Density-Optimized," as referenced in the following table:
Configuration | Platform | CPU | RAM | Disk | GPU (optional) | Description |
Management-Optimized | PowerEdge R6615 | 1 x AMD EPYC 9124 (16 core at 2.6 GHz) | 384 GB (6 x 64 GB at 4,800 MHz) | 4 TB + (capacity) | None | Offers density and value to provide a dedicated environment to deploy virtualized management infrastructure. |
Density-Optimized | PowerEdge R7625 | 2 x AMD EPYC 9354 (32 core at 3.25 GHz) | 1536 GB (24 x 64 GB at 4,800 MHz) | 8 TB + (capacity) | Up to 3 x FLDW Up to 5 x half-length single width | Offers an abundance of high-performance features and tiered capacity that maximizes user density. |