ShapeBlue and Ampere Computing collaborated on preparing a Reference Architecture guide that offers a straightforward set of instructions to help you deploy a CloudStack-based IaaS cloud on ARM64 architecture powered by Mt. Collins by Ampere. The Mt. Collins provides a mix of features to maximise performance and scalability to meet a diverse set of workloads. It allows to maximise application performance with the optimal mix of accelerator cards, storage and compute power in a 2U 2-socket server.
With growing adoption and market momentum, ARM64 architecture is on track to become a choice for a wider range of cloud workloads. Although transitioning to ARM might present some challenges, the long-term benefits could be well worth the effort. As advancements in ARM technology continue, its role in cloud computing is expected to expand, offering a powerful, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional server architectures.
