[HBetta]

Hi guys.

I'm helping my team to configure a server/cluster to run some multiphase simulations with 50M cells, approximately, to OpenFOAM.

After some research, I've decided that 3x a server with: 2x Intel Gold 5218 + 12x 16GB 2667 MHz would be a good choice. The storage could be in another unit with only SATA HDs (7200RPM) and the parts connected with a 10 GbE switch.

I believe this strategy can make things easier if the team wants to increase cluster performance.

However, Dell Brazil and my company support, are recommending only one server with:

2x Intel Gold 6252
12 x 64GB 2667 Hz
12x 2.4TB HDs 10k RPM SAS
3.84 TB SSD.

As I'm not totally comfortable setting up hardware, I don't know what strategy should I take.

What's your guys opinion??

Thanks!!