SC31
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 22 cores and
44 threads, giving you a total of
44 cores and
88 threads.
Why this matters: Think of cores as individual workers - with
44 cores, this server can perform
44 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: Large-scale industrial simulations with 10+ million cells,
complex transient analyses (time-dependent flows), multi-phase simulations, turbulence
modeling with fine meshes, and running multiple design iterations in parallel. This
dual-CPU configuration delivers enterprise-grade computational power - a simulation that
takes 48 hours on a typical workstation could finish in 4-6 hours here.
The 3.6 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 • Higher scores = Faster simulations
Memory (RAM)
What This Means
16 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
⚙️ 36-Core Powerhouse for Professional CFD Applications
When simulation speed and precision define engineering success, the 36-Core Powerhouse delivers. Designed for professionals working in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), engineering design, and scientific research, this system provides the performance and scalability to handle even the most complex fluid dynamics simulations with ease.
Featuring dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2696 v4 processors, this configuration offers 36 physical cores (72 threads) running at 2.20GHz, providing outstanding parallel performance for ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, and other solver-intensive applications. Built on Intel’s Broadwell-EP architecture, it combines balanced core count, clock speed, and I/O throughput—ensuring stable, high-efficiency operation for both multiphysics and mixed engineering workloads.
💻 High-Performance Configuration Key Specifications
CPU: Dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2696 v4 (36 Cores, 72 Threads, 2.20GHz)
Architecture: Intel Broadwell-EP
Optimization: CFD, FEA, and Multiphysics Simulation
Performance Focus: Balanced parallel efficiency and per-core speed
The Broadwell-EP platform is engineered for demanding, parallelized CFD environments. Its high core density and wide memory bandwidth ensure exceptional throughput, whether processing steady-state flow simulations, transient turbulence models, or multi-domain coupling analyses.
🚀 Built for Advanced CFD Performance
The 36-Core Powerhouse system excels across industries where simulation-driven engineering is key. It delivers the raw compute performance required for large and complex simulation models, shortening turnaround times while maintaining numerical precision.
It’s ideal for:
Automotive aerodynamics and design optimization
Aerospace component analysis
HVAC airflow and thermal comfort modeling
Combustion and reactor flow simulations
Batch optimization and research computation
By leveraging 72 simultaneous processing threads, engineers can perform multiple concurrent simulations or accelerate single high-resolution CFD cases, drastically improving project throughput.
🧠 Balanced Architecture for Multiphysics Workloads
Each Intel Xeon E5-2696 v4 processor provides 18 cores and 45MB of cache, ensuring smooth performance across solver execution, meshing, and post-processing. This balanced architecture supports both multi-threaded parallel solvers and single-threaded engineering applications, offering a complete solution for diverse simulation workflows.
Key Advantages
Superior solver scalability for parallelized CFD applications
Excellent per-core frequency performance for pre/post tasks
Stable long-duration runtime for transient simulations
Optimized memory performance and I/O efficiency
The Broadwell-EP architecture is purpose-built for sustained computational workloads, offering energy efficiency and 24/7 reliability for enterprise or academic use.
💼 Ideal for Engineers, Researchers, and Industry Teams
The 36-Core Powerhouse is the perfect system for:
Automotive and aerospace engineering teams seeking faster design iteration
HVAC system designers optimizing airflow and energy efficiency
Process and chemical engineers modeling reactors and mixing systems
Research laboratories performing CFD-based analysis and teaching
With ECC memory support, redundant I/O, and server-grade reliability, this workstation delivers consistent uptime and data integrity for long-term simulation campaigns.
🌐 Scalable and Future-Ready
Built on the Broadwell-EP architecture, this platform scales effortlessly for expanding simulation requirements. It supports large memory configurations, GPU acceleration, and multi-node clustering, ensuring it grows alongside your computational needs.
Technical Highlights
36 cores / 72 threads of parallel compute performance
Enhanced cache hierarchy for fast CFD solver access
High-speed PCIe connectivity for GPU or storage upgrades
Energy-efficient design for continuous professional workloads
This scalability ensures longevity, making the 36-Core Powerhouse a smart, future-proof investment for advanced simulation professionals.
🏁 Final Thoughts
The 36-Core Powerhouse for Professional CFD Applications combines core density, clock speed balance, and scalable architecture to deliver consistent performance for the most demanding engineering challenges. Powered by dual Intel Xeon E5-2696 v4 processors, it enables faster solver convergence, more iterations per project, and higher simulation accuracy.
Whether you’re running aerodynamic models, thermal-fluid analyses, or chemical process simulations, this system provides the dependable computational foundation needed to achieve breakthrough engineering results.
Enhance your CFD workflow today. 👉 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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