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Thelio Conquers All with AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™

Can Your System Compete?

With 64 CPU cores and custom thermals, our workstations have full command over CPU-intensive workloads. Follow the instructions below and see how your computer measures up to the thermal-driven might of a Thelio workstation.

step 1

Apply A Circular Motion Blur in 32 Seconds

Much of the design process is bogged down from waiting for your design program to, as top-notch designers say, “Just finish already!” But with a Thelio workstation, you can stay focused on modifying your image, rather than your schedule. Follow these steps to apply a circular motion blur to a large image and see how System76 can help restore your sanity.

Learn How

1. Download the image ``` wget https://cdn.esahubble.org/archives/images/large/heic1206a.jpg ```

2. Install GIMP and the Clocks App

``` sudo apt install gimp gnome-clocks ```

3. Open the Clocks app to use as a stopwatch 4. Open the heic1206a.jpg image in GIMP 5. Click the Convert button when prompted 6. Click Filters > Blur > Circular Motion Blur 7. Click Okay

step 2

Compile The Linux Kernel in 14.436 Seconds

How would your TODO column look having a Thelio workstation handy? Surprise testers with an early alpha, and treat users to an impressive debut of your intuitive new software tool. Compile the Linux kernel on your own machine and compare the results. We’ve included the steps to do so.

screenshot of terminal

Learn How

1. Download dependencies ``` sudo apt-get install libncurses-dev flex bison openssl libssl-dev dkms libelf-dev libudev-dev libpci-dev libiberty-dev autoconf ```

2. Download the kernel source ``` wget https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/linux-5.5.1.tar.xz ```

3. Untar the archive and change into the kernel directory ``` tar xvf linux-5.5.1.tar.xz && cd linux-5.5.1/ ```

4. Configure ``` make defconfig ```

5. And compile! ``` time make -j $(nproc) ```

step 1

Render a Blender Scene in 42 Seconds

You can watch the progress bar for your project render all you want, but it won't get any faster without a significant upgrade. Our thermal engineering protects your system from heat buildup and prevent your components from slowing down. With a Thelio workstation, your progress bar may finally feel like it's making progress. Replicate these steps on your own computer to see how your timeline can improve.

blender evee test render scene

Learn How

1. Download dependencies ``` sudo apt install php-cli php-common php-xml php8.1-cli php8.1-common php8.1-readline php8.1-xml ```

2. Download the Phoronix Text Suite ``` wget http://phoronix-test-suite.com/releases/repo/pts.debian/files/phoronix-test-suite_10.8.4_all.deb ```

3. Install the Test Suite ``` sudo dpkg -i phoronix-test-suite_10.8.4_all.deb ```

4. Install the Blender Benchmark ``` phoronix-test-suite install blender ```

5. Run the Blender Benchmark ``` phoronix-test-suite benchmark blender ```

6. Choose the Classroom Scene Benchmark 7. Choose CPU-only 8. Choose "n" when prompted save the results 9. Re-enable the GNOME lock screen ``` gsettings reset org.gnome.desktop.lockdown disable-lock-screen ```

fan arrows going through internals of a desktop

Overperform Without Overheating

Simply buying a 64-core CPU doesn't guarantee you'll get the full 64 cores worth of performance. Thelio workstations prevent thermal throttling using a large duct to separate the CPU from the GPU and the heat that each generates. Copper piping draws heat away from the CPU. Fans then funnel hot air out the exhaust ports and bring in cool air to replace it. With System76's meticulously engineered thermal enhancements, you'll get a clear picture of what 64 cores can really do. That's something most other systems just can't measure up against.

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Tech Specs

Operating System

Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS , Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, or Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

Processor

AMD Threadripper™ 7000 TRX-Series

Graphics

NVIDIA® Graphics or AMD Radeon Pro GPUs

Video Ports

Options are dependent on graphics selection. Most include 3x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI port.

Memory

Up to 512 GB of quad channel DDR5 @ 5600 MHz

Storage

Up to 50 TB, 3 x PCIe Gen 5, 1 x PCIe Gen 4, 4 x 2.5" SATA drives

Rear Ports

1 x Q-Flash Plus button, 1 x DisplayPort In, 1 x USB4® USB Type-C®(DisplayPort), 1 x USB4® USB Type-C®, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1

Rear Audio

Line Out, Mic In

Networking

1 x 10Gb LAN, 1 x 2.5Gb LAN, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.2

Power Supply

1000 Watt 80+ Gold Certified

Dimensions

Height × Width × Depth
18.19″ × 10.32″ × 16.06″ (462 × 262 × 408mm)

Model

thelio-major-r5-n3 - Technical Documentation

Operating System

Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS , Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, or Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

Processor

AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ PRO 7000 Series

Graphics

Up to 2 x NVIDIA Graphics

Video Ports

Options are dependent on graphics selection. Most include 3x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI port

Memory

Up to 512GB Octa Channel ECC DDR5 @ 5600 MHz

Storage

Up to 48 TB, 1 x PCIe Gen 5 NVMe, 1 x PCIe Gen 4 NVMe, 4 x 2.5" SATA drives

Rear Ports

2 x USB4 Type-C, 4 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port

Rear Audio

1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack), 1 x Microphone Input Jack (Gold Audio Jack)

Networking

2 x Intel Intel® X710-AT2 dual 10Gb Ethernet ports, Support PXE 1 x Dedicated IPMI (Realtek RTL8211F), Optional WiFi 6E PCIe card available

Power Supply

1650 Watt 80+ Gold Certified

Dimensions

Height × Width × Depth
18.82″ × 10.35″ × 17.24″ (478 × 263 × 438mm)

Model

thelio-mega-r3-n2 - Technical Documentation

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