BKK02 - Validator 2
CPU
AMD RYZEN 5 5600G 6-Core 3.7 GHz (4.6 GHz Max Boost) Socket AM4 65W
The heart of our operations, the 6-core AMD RYZEN 5 5600G, offers excellent performance for blockchain applications. It provides robust and reliable service even under demanding workloads.
CPU Cooler
For managing the thermal performance of our CPU, we use the COOLSERVER P32 CPU Cooler. It's equipped with high-quality heatpipes and can handle the Ryzen 5 5600G even under intensive workloads.
RAM
Our setup uses 2 modules of 32GB DDR4 RAM from Hynix, providing us with ample bandwidth and ensuring smooth server operations.
Motherboard
The MSI A520M-ITX/ac motherboard is an engineering marvel that brings together the performance of the consumer world with the dependability of server-grade hardware. This motherboard supports the AMD Ryzen series CPUs and DDR4 memory, promising speed, reliability, and scalability.
Storage
4x 2TB NVME Monster Storage 3D TLC SSD - R:7400Mb/s W:6,600MB/s
For storage, we use 4 Monster Storage 3D TLC NVMe SSDs, each of 2TB capacity. These high-speed SSDs are known for their exceptional performance and efficiency in data storage and retrieval. Downside is that lacks DRAM for caching.
Power unit
This second-hand case comes with an integrated 400W Power Supply Unit. The PSU is essential for providing power to your internal components. It converts the power from the wall outlet into a usable form for your computer's components. Despite being second-hand, the PSU is in good condition and will provide a reliable power source for your system.
Chassis
This second-hand case comes with an integrated 400W Power Supply Unit. The PSU is essential for providing power to your internal components. It converts the power from the wall outlet into a usable form for your computer's components. Despite being second-hand, the PSU is in good condition and will provide a reliable power source for your system.
KVM
BliKVM v1 CM4 "KVM over IP" Raspberry Pi CM4 HDMI CSI PiKVM v3
A modern, highly secure, and programmable KVM solution running on Arch Linux, which provides exceptional control over your server, akin to physical access. With an easy build process, it boasts minimal video latency (about 100 ms) and a lightweight Web UI accessible from any browser. It emulates mass storage drives and allows ATX power management, secure data transmission with SSL, and local Raspberry Pi health monitoring. You can also manage GPIO and USB relays via its web interface. The PiKVM OS is production-ready, supports a read-only filesystem to prevent memory card damage, offers extensible authorization methods, and enables automation with macros.
Features of PiKVM:
- Fully-featured and modern IP-KVM: PiKVM is up-to-date with the latest KVM technologies.
- Easy to build: PiKVM offers ready-to-use OS images and a friendly build environment.
- Low video latency: With approximately 100 milliseconds of video latency, it provides one of the smallest delays of all existing solutions.
- Lightweight Web UI and VNC: The user interface is accessible through any browser, with no proprietary clients required. VNC is also supported.
- Mass Storage Drive Emulation: On Raspberry Pi 4 and ZeroW, PiKVM can emulate a virtual CD-ROM or Flash Drive. A live image can be uploaded to boot the attached server.
- ATX power management: PiKVM supports simple circuits for controlling the power button of the attached server.
- Security: PiKVM is designed with strong security, using SSL to protect traffic.
- Local monitoring: PiKVM monitors the health of the Raspberry Pi board and provides warnings for potential issues.
- GPIO management: Control GPIO and USB relays via the web interface.
- Production-ready: PiKVM OS is based on Arch Linux ARM and can be customized for any needs.
- Read-only filesystem: The OS runs in read-only mode to prevent damage to the memory card due to a sudden power outage.
- Extensible authorization methods: PiKVM supports integration into existing authentication infrastructure.
- Macro scripts: Repetitive actions can be automated with keyboard & mouse action macros.
- Open & free: PiKVM is open-source software, released under the GPLv3.