I recently built a new computer, and I had a GeForce RTX 3060 gpu running just fine on my PC. I decided to get a nvidia tesla k80, and after installing it and fixing everything on the BIOS to get it to work with my system, I finally got it to work. But now on the device manager it shows that my Rtx 3060 is not working. To fix this, I uninstall and delete the drivers for my 3060, and, after rebooting the system, it shows the 3060 working and the tesla k80 stops working saying not enough resources to activate API. So I uninstall the drivers for the tesla and reboot, and I am back to where I started, with with 3060 not working and the tesla k80 working. Has this happened to anybody? Does anyone know how to fix this?
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Hi!
Integrating an NVIDIA Tesla K80 24GB with your RTX 3060 GPU may unfortunately not really possible.
There’re workarounds, but I can’t promise you they will work.
Driver Compatibility:
• Tesla K80: This GPU is based on the Kepler architecture (Compute Capability 3.7). NVIDIA’s support for Kepler-based GPUs has been phased out in recent driver releases. The last driver versions supporting the K80 are from the 470 series. For instance, version 470.86 includes support for the K80.Â
• RTX 3060: This GPU utilizes the Ampere architecture (Compute Capability 8.6) and requires more recent drivers for optimal performance. Drivers from the 470 series may not fully support the RTX 3060, leading to potential conflicts when attempting to use both GPUs simultaneously.
Potential Issues:
Users have reported difficulties when trying to operate both a Tesla K80 and an RTX 3060 in the same system. Typically, installing drivers compatible with one GPU can render the other non-functional. For example, installing drivers for the K80 might cause the RTX 3060 to stop working and vice versa.Â
Recommendations:
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Unified Driver Approach: Attempt to find a driver version that offers support for both GPUs. Some users have found success with specific driver versions, such as 472.12, which recognized both the K80 and certain newer GPUs. However, this approach can be hit-or-miss and may not provide optimal performance for both cards.Â
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Alternative Configurations:
• Dedicated Systems: Utilize separate systems for each GPU type to avoid driver conflicts.
• Virtual Machines: Set up a virtual machine (VM) and pass through the Tesla K80 to the VM. This allows the host system to manage the RTX 3060 GPUs with the latest drivers, while the VM operates the K80 with compatible legacy drivers. Ensure your hardware and hypervisor support GPU passthrough for this setup.
Additional Considerations:
• Cooling and Power: The Tesla K80 is designed for data center environments and lacks active cooling. If used in a desktop setup, you’ll need to implement adequate cooling solutions. Additionally, the K80 has a high power draw (up to 300W), so ensure your power supply can handle the combined load of all GPUs.Â
• Compute Capability: The K80’s Compute Capability is 3.7, which may not be supported by the latest CUDA toolkits and software frameworks. This could limit its usefulness with current applications.Â
In summary, while integrating a Tesla K80 with RTX 3060 GPUs is theoretically possible, it involves navigating significant driver and compatibility challenges. Carefully consider whether the potential benefits outweigh the complexities involved.
Sincerely,
Iman Mirbioki