ix-gpu-tuner

Detect and correct BIOS, kernel, CPU, NUMA, PCIe, and driver settings affecting GPU performance.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dongg622/china-ai-chip-skill --skill ix-gpu-tuner
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Skill: ix-gpu-tuner
Source: https://github.com/dongg622/china-ai-chip-skill/tree/main/TIANSHU/ix-gpu-tuner
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dongg622/china-ai-chip-skill --skill ix-gpu-tuner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies diagnosing and fixing system-level issues impacting GPU performance, such as BIOS, kernel, and PCIe configurations, saving time in environment optimization.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • System Inspection: Detects BIOS settings, PCIe topology, NUMA, CPU governor, and driver versions affecting GPU workloads.
  • Performance Troubleshooting: Identifies misconfigurations that cause bottlenecks in training and inference tasks.
  • Quick Start: Use the ix-gpu-tuner tool to run comprehensive system checks and generate reports for performance assessment.

Quick Start

Run sudo ix-gpu-tuner --check all to perform a full system health check on your GPU server.

Frequently Asked Questions about ix-gpu-tuner

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I diagnose system configuration issues impacting GPU performance?

To diagnose GPU performance issues, you can automate the detection of misconfigurations in BIOS, kernel, and PCIe settings. This tool inspects system topology and driver versions to identify bottlenecks affecting training and inference tasks.

What system settings influence GPU performance in data center environments?

System settings influencing GPU performance include BIOS configurations, kernel parameters, CPU governor states, NUMA topology, PCIe layout, and driver versions. Correcting these ensures optimal hardware utilization and stability for demanding workloads.

How do I check BIOS and PCIe topology for GPU troubleshooting?

You can check BIOS and PCIe topology by running a comprehensive system health check. This process inspects hardware configurations and detects misalignments that cause performance bottlenecks during GPU operations.

Can I run a full system health check on my GPU server automatically?

Yes, you can run a full system health check automatically by executing a single command. This initiates comprehensive inspection of BIOS, kernel, CPU, NUMA, PCIe, and driver settings to generate a performance assessment report.

Why does GPU training or inference experience unexpected performance bottlenecks?

GPU performance bottlenecks often occur due to misconfigurations in BIOS settings, NUMA topology, or PCIe layouts. Automated system inspection detects these system-level issues to resolve hardware utilization limitations.

Does this system tuning approach require specific GPU driver versions to work?

The system tuning process detects existing driver versions as part of its comprehensive inspection. It checks current driver configurations against optimal settings to ensure hardware stability and performance.