I like multicore / multicpu amd opteron boards from Tyan. With a dual
core (later you can double to 4 core) dual cpu motherboard, you can
route and shape to your hearts content. To really improve throughput,
you should use a higher end network controller with pci-express with
some smarts and multiple ports if you need it.
Hope that helps.
Mohan Sundaram wrote:
Derek Sims wrote:
Marek Kierdelewicz wrote
1. What processors should I be looking for in order to achieve the
best routing throughput on a linux router?
I've had good experiences with P4 (with and without HT), Athlon64, Xeon
[dempsey], Xeon [woodcrest]. The last one is the best choice because of
the large cache and architecture. I think you can use Core 2 Duo too
if you want to save some money.
Thanks - I will see what I can get
I used AMD Opteron 2Ghz and it blazes. In my packet switching
benchmarks, onchip cache gave no benefit. On price-performance basis,
you'd be better off going for greater CPU speed than for cache.
Mohan
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