What specifications would be suitable for a workstation PC to support multiple architects?
What specifications would be suitable for a workstation PC to support multiple architects?
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For the team's needs, a suitable computer should handle heavy processing and graphics tasks while supporting multiple users. Considering the applications like Revit, Lumion, D5, Autocad, and Photoshop, the right specifications would need to accommodate simultaneous high-demand work.
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Thanks for the idea, the main goal is to build a system with mid to high specifications for multiple users using virtualization tools. I need to find the suggested processor, GPU configuration and details, RAM capacity, SSD size, and other key components I should evaluate. I have access to Intel and RTX models as well as storage drives.
We need to determine which devices will enable the five users to reach this workstation. How do you think they will connect to the new system? There are a few factors to keep in mind. Primarily, an Enterprise edition of Windows would be necessary for simultaneous multi-user access. Secondly, since the applications are designed for individual use, they wouldn't function properly if accessed together. Finally, it's crucial that the system remains operational at all times to ensure productivity.
Five users running VMs will demand a very powerful machine. My CAD work uses Rhino3D, and even my hobby projects needed more than 32GB. For five people with AutoCad or similar, you'd probably require 192GB of RAM. As before, each user will need their own license, and each VM instance requires its own OS license. There also has to be a way for them to connect to the system. This won't save you money.
I would set up individual workstations equipped with necessary software, all linked to a common file server.
Yes, the best approach is to create separate workstations. I previously worked with AutoCAD from DOS to R14, and even with just solid modeling, a machine could handle 10K tasks—often 4-6K for the graphics card alone. There’s really no affordable solution, particularly when engineering drafting directly impacts costs.