Suggested Cluster Upgrade Plan

!! Primary Upgrades


 * RAM upgrade. With 64 bit processors we can max out to the mobo specs.


 * HDD upgrade. Not as cost effective as the RAM upgrade but would improve size of each VM.


 * Additional Nodes upgrade. More nodes, increases possible VM's.


 * Continue to maintain the Matrix cluster hardware and software.

!! Secondary Upgrades (Way in the future)

!!! Blade servers:


 * More efficient architecture for the cluster.


 * Hardware would better suited to be on 24/7. More reliable.


 * Would train students to learn on professional networking equipment.


 * Encourages learning about Linux system administration.


 * Large scale cluster would allow for multiple classes to do projects.