SC3
Unmatched Performance
Built for demanding CFD simulations and computational workloads
Processor
The brain of your simulation power
What This Means for Your Simulations
This server has 2
physical CPUs installed.
Each CPU has 8 cores and
16 threads, giving you a total of
16 cores and
32 threads.
Why this matters: Think of cores as individual workers - with
16 cores, this server can perform
16 calculations at exactly the same time. CFD
simulations divide your fluid domain into millions of cells, and each core can solve
equations for different cells simultaneously, dramatically reducing solution time.
Perfect for: Medium to large simulations (2-10 million cells),
steady-state aerodynamics, heat transfer analyses, mixing studies, and parametric
studies. This dual-CPU setup provides 3-4x faster solve times compared to standard
8-core workstations, letting you iterate faster and test more design variations.
The 2.6 GHz clock speed determines how fast each
core processes individual calculations. Higher clock speeds improve both single-threaded
operations (mesh generation, post-processing) and the per-core efficiency during parallel
solving.
Industry-standard CPU benchmark âą Higher scores = Faster simulations
Memory (RAM)
What This Means
64 GB is
your simulation's "working space" - it holds all active data: mesh geometry,
fluid properties, boundary conditions, and results during solving.
DDR3 provides high-bandwidth data access
essential for CFD solvers that read and update millions of cell values thousands of times
during iterations. This capacity handles
standard to medium simulations with headroom for mesh refinement - significantly more
than typical workstations with 16-32GB. Adequate RAM prevents solver crashes and slow
virtual memory usage.
High-bandwidth memory for lightning-fast data access
Storage
What This Means
This server has
2 storage drives installed.
Each drive is 500 GB, giving you a total
storage capacity of 1000 GB.
SATA SSD storage provides extremely fast
read/write speeds for your simulation files and results.
SSDs are much faster than traditional hard drives - ideal for loading large mesh files
and saving iteration data quickly.
Multiple drives provide redundancy and can be configured for increased performance or
data protection.
Ultra-fast storage for rapid I/O operations
Network Speed
Fast file transfers and remote access. Upload meshes and download results quickly from anywhere.
Monthly Traffic
Generous bandwidth allowance for uploading/downloading large simulation files without limits or overage fees.
Operating System
Pre-installed and ready to use. Compatible with ANSYS, OpenFOAM, and other CFD software.
About This Server
đ Affordable Power for ANSYS Fluent: The Studentâs CFD Companion
Big ideas shouldnât be blocked by slow hardware. The Studentâs CFD Companion gives students and academic researchers dedicated high-performance computing for ANSYS Fluentâso you can run 12â20 million cell cases in hours instead of days, without blowing your budget.
With dual IntelÂź XeonÂź E5-2650 v2 CPUs delivering 16 cores / 32 threads, this system is tuned for the realities of coursework, theses, and lab research: fast iteration, stable long runs, and predictable results. All for just $260/month.
đ» High-Performance Configuration
Key Specifications
Processors: Dual IntelÂź XeonÂź E5-2650 v2 (16 cores, 32 threads, 2.60 GHz)
Architecture: Intel Ivy Bridge-EP
Workload Fit: Academic CFD/FEA, thermal-fluid studies, parametric sweeps
Performance Focus: Affordable parallel throughput + solid single-core speed
Why it works for students: Ivy Bridge-EP balances multi-threaded solver performance with responsive meshing and post-processing, so your entire workflowâpre, solve, postâfeels smooth and predictable.
đ Built for 12â20 Million Cell ANSYS Fluent Models
Move beyond toy problems. This platform is optimized for medium-to-large meshes and advanced physics without queue times or throttling:
Advanced turbulence models: RANS, LES, DES
Multiphase and reacting flows: evaporation, cavitation, combustion
Transient studies: time-accurate aerodynamics and heat transfer
Design exploration: DOE, parametric sweeps, and optimization loops
Expect substantial cuts in wall-clock time versus typical desktopsâenabling more iterations per week, better mesh resolution, and stronger convergence behavior.
đ§ Designed for Learning, Research, and Results
Dedicated resources: No waiting on shared campus clusters
Stable long runs: 24/7 reliability for overnight transients
Realistic scale: Tackle 12â20M cells for publishable fidelity
Time back: Turn âcome back Mondayâ into âreview tonightâ
đŒ Budget-Friendly, Research-Ready
At $260/month, you get professional-grade compute without capital expense:
Perfect for capstone courses, masterâs theses, and PhD projects
Ideal for aero/thermal labs and CFD teaching environments
Simple to access, easy to scale as your mesh sizes grow
đ Technical Highlights (at a glance)
16 cores / 32 threads for solver parallelism
2.60 GHz base clock for snappy mesh/pre/post tasks
Energy-efficient operation for sustained academic workloads
Ready for real CFD: 12â20M cells in Fluent/OpenFOAM class workflows
đ Final Thoughts
The Studentâs CFD Companion turns high-fidelity ANSYS Fluent work into a practical, repeatable part of your semester. With dual Xeon E5-2650 v2 CPUs and a student-friendly monthly rate, youâll iterate faster, defend with stronger evidence, and finish on time.
Upgrade your CFD workflow today. đ Contact MR CFD
Customize Your Server
Tailor the configuration to match your simulation needs during checkout.
Extra RAM
Need more memory for larger simulations? Add extra RAM modules to boost your server's capacity.
- Choose your RAM size
- ECC memory available
- Installed before delivery
Extra Storage
Store more simulation data and results. Add additional drives to expand your storage capacity.
- NVMe, SSD or HDD options
- Flexible capacity sizes
- RAID configuration available
Choose Your OS
Select your preferred Windows operating system during checkout. We'll install it for you.
- Windows 10 & 11
- Windows Server editions
- Pre-installed & configured
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