Compatibility Challenges with Intel ARC GPU Integration on the Google Cloud Platform

[jana_schreiner]

Hello Google Cloud Community,

I'm currently facing compatibility challenges when integrating Intel ARC GPUs with the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and I'm seeking assistance and insights from the community to address these concerns. Your expertise and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Instance Configuration and Setup Issues: I'm encountering difficulties during the configuration and setup process when creating virtual machine instances with Intel ARC GPUs on the Google Cloud Platform. The instance creation process encounters errors or compatibility warnings, preventing successful configuration. These challenges hinder me from effectively utilizing Intel ARC GPUs on the GCP.

• Driver Installation and Compatibility: I'm experiencing issues with driver installation and ensuring compatibility between Intel ARC GPUs and the Google Cloud Platform. The installation of the necessary drivers and software components required for optimal functioning of Intel ARC GPUs on virtual machines may encounter errors or compatibility conflicts. This restricts me from fully leveraging the capabilities of Intel ARC GPUs on the GCP.
• Performance and Stability Concerns: I'm facing performance and stability problems when utilizing Intel ARC GPUs on the Google Cloud Platform. The GPU acceleration may not perform optimally, resulting in decreased performance or instability during resource-intensive tasks such as machine learning, data processing, or graphical rendering. These challenges impact the efficiency and reliability of my workloads on the GCP.
• Integration with GCP Services: I'm encountering challenges integrating Intel ARC GPUs with various GCP services and tools. Compatibility issues arise when attempting to leverage Intel ARC GPUs with services such as Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), TensorFlow, or BigQuery. These limitations prevent me from fully utilizing Intel ARC GPUs within my GCP workflows.

I have attempted troubleshooting steps, including ensuring compatibility requirements are met, updating GPU drivers, and adjusting instance configurations. However, these compatibility challenges persist between Intel ARC GPUs and the Google Cloud Platform.

If any members of the Google Cloud Community have faced similar compatibility challenges with Intel ARC GPUs (lenovo.com/de/de/faqs/intel/intel-grafik/) or have suggestions for troubleshooting and resolving these issues specific to the GCP, I would greatly appreciate your insights. Let's collaborate and find solutions to enhance the compatibility and performance of Intel ARC GPUs on the Google Cloud Platform.

Thank you for your valuable input!

Best regards,

Jana.

[Willbin]

Hello @jana_schreiner,

Welcome to Google Cloud Community!

It would be great if you will be a bit specific with the steps that you're going through when these issues occur when setting up your instances.  It would also be useful if you can post the exact commands and the exact results of the error messages you encountered.

Don't hesitate to post back here with any questions. We are delighted to try and help. Thanks!