With so much happening on the AI/HPC hardware front lately, I wonder where the prior-generation servers end up once well-funded companies upgrade. I'm interested in acquiring a GPU-laden machine with enough VRAM for local fine tuning, training, and batch inference. I could build a workstation with current or older-gen GPUs, but it seems like a used professionally built rack-mount machine could be higher value.
leakycap•7h ago
Be aware this equipment is not pleasant to be around (loud, hot)
Server hardware is too heavy/bulky to be able to support a big online marketplace. Your best bet is to identify the type of organizations that buy the server hardware you want to buy used and find out how they get rid of their excess.
I've gotten a handful of free server equipment (no drives) by being willing to show up and take whatever is being offered.
dardeaup•3h ago
Be aware this equipment is not pleasant to be around (loud, hot)