Cost-Effective Ruggedized Server for the Edge

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Edge computing servers need to handle unpredictable conditions, varying temperatures, and often space constraints – all while providing fast and reliable data processing. These systems process large amounts of data in real time, right where the data is collected (at “the edge”). The datacenter might be hundreds of miles away, so by offloading some of the data processing and only sending the important data, the edge server keeps network resources from getting congested and causing performance delays. But that also means a rackmount server in a building that’s, shall we say, less than a clean datacanter environment! There’s the extreme for this example—something like a tank perhaps—but then the more common scenario is a satellite ground station. That means a rugged rackmount chassis with some dust protection but not the extremes of shock and vibe protection for example. The problem is most datacenter servers are not ruggedized at all, but truly rugged systems are extremely expensive.

Introducing the TeraBox 220DE

That’s where our TeraBox 220DE comes in. It’s got the ruggedization you need for most edge needs (as we said, a remote location—not in an ultra-clean datacenter) but at a middle-ground cost. Applications include telecom, defense, retail—and this server is a great way to reduce the expense of going rugged.

If you’re not familiar with TeraBox, these are servers designed around the unique needs of FPGA users. Front-panel network ports for example, and we pre-integrate the cards, cables, and other time-consuming setup tasks. Plus, many TeraBox products automatically increase the integrated card’s warranty from BittWare.

This particular TeraBox is based on the Dell EMC PowerEdge XR12. It’s compact at 19 inches deep, but holds two of our full-size FPGA cards. It’s got a 3rd generation Intel Xeon Scalable CPU. Being a ruggedized chassis, the front panel has a dust filter, but behind that is a bonus: the I/O of your BittWare accelerator cards are right there! This gives you an enclosure that’s ruggedized (even if the PCIe cards aren’t) and a convenient compact form factor. And being a TeraBox based on a Dell server, you’re getting extended card warranty plus 24-hour response time.

The TeraBox 220DE is a great option for applications that need some ruggedization without the huge expense. You’ll get a ruggedized, MIL-STD, and NEBS Level 3 compliant server with BittWare’s best-in-class FPGA cards – all in a tested, ready-to-use solution.