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Modular system delivering raw processing power |
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Ultra-slim and powerful blade design delivers high density without sacrificing server processor performance. |
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Up to 84 servers in an industry standard rack or up to 80 into a telco-industry standard 84-inch rack, packing more performance per square foot and saving you valuable central office and/or data centre real estate. |
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Hot-swappable, designed to allow you to add or change servers without disrupting the operation of others servers in the chassis. |
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Supports up to two Intel Xeon Processors with 800MHz front- side bus |
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Equipped with Intel Hyper-Threading technology, the Intel Xeon Processor delivers server performance ideal for compute-intensive, next-generation network and IT application workloads. |
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Select models include a full performance, lower power-consuming version of the Intel Xeon processor. |
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Up to 8GB of DDR2 memory |
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DDR2 delivers better memory bandwidth and reduced latency over previous DDR 333. |
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Error checking and correction offer high performance with mainframe-inspired fault protection. |
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Reduced power consumption over previous generations. |
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64-bit extensions |
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The HS20 blade features the Intel Xeon Processor supporting Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology. |
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Provides 64-bit addressability while supporting both 64- and 32-bit applications, allowing for a smooth transition to 64-bit enabled applications while leveraging the price and performance of existing applications. |
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Support for up to four hard disk drives (HDDs) |
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New versions of the HS20 now support two internal small form factor Ultra320 SCSI HDDs. |
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Capability of adding two hot-swap Ultra320 HDDs with the Blade SCSI Expansion Unit. |
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Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet connections |
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Enabled to transmit large amounts of data at fast speeds for high-performance network applications. |
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Robust design supports teaming and failover. |
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Two high-availability mid-plane connections |
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Provides durable and reliable connections to all chassis resources. |
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Blade server interconnects |
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Supports an optional 2-port (2Gb per port) Fibre Channel Expansion Card (Host Bus Adapter) to deliver a high-performance, highly manageable Storage Area Network. |
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Supports an optional 2-port (1Gb per port) Gigabit Ethernet Expansion Card to enable additional Ethernet bandwidth and allow for connection to multiple LAN segments. |
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Light path diagnostics standard |
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Provides quick and easy guide to troubleshoot your server for higher availability and system uptime. |
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Independently powered, allowing you to remove the server from the chassis and still illuminate the light path LEDs. |
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Predictive Failure Analysis™ (PFA) |
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Helps save you time and money by decreasing planned and unplanned downtime. |
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Increases uptime by allowing you to receive proactive alerts as much as 24-48 hours in advance. |
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Integrated System Management Processor |
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Increases server availability by continuously monitoring your system and notifying you of potential system failures or changes. |
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IBM Director and IBM Director Extensions comprehensive systems management tools |
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Exploits hardware capabilities by surfacing pertinent information about your system, allowing you to automate a response. |
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Helps increase uptime, reduce costs and improve productivity via advanced server management capabilities. |
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Provides intelligent systems management for rock-solid reliability. |
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IBM Remote Deployment Manager simplifies and automates deployment and redeployment for efficient installation and startup of your blade servers. |
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Operating system support |
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Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Advanced Server, Web (standard editions), |
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Red Hat® Enterprise Linux, |
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SUSE LINUX |
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3-year onsite limited warranty1 for parts and labour |
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The IBM Global Services organisation provides reliable, dedicated and skilled assistance when you need it. |
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Provides peace of mind for an extended period of time. |
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Extended life capable |
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Targeted primarily at telecommunications companies, these blade servers help eliminate the need to upgrade network infrastructure every 12 to 18 months. |
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NEBS-3-/ETSI- compliant (8832-9TX, 8832-LTX, 8843-LTU models in a BladeCenter T chassis only) |
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Designed to meet the rigorous Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) standards for electromagnetic compatibility, thermal robustness, fire resistance, earthquake and office vibration resistance, transportation and handling durability, acoustics and illumination, and airborne contaminant resistance. |
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Increases server availability under extreme temperatures via a power management capability that automatically reduces the frequency of the processor in order to maintain acceptable thermal levels. The processor frequency will automatically cycle back up as thermal conditions improve. |
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1. Visit www.ibm.com/pc/safecomputing (US) periodically for the latest information on safe and effective computing. Warranty Information: For a copy of IBM's Statement of Limited Warranty, call 1 800 772-2227. Telephone support may be subject to additional charges. For on-site labour, IBM will attempt to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely before sending a technician. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services.
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BladeCenter™ HS20 delivers density without sacrificing processor performance or availability. Highly scalable and modular in design, you can XpandonDemand™ — adding capacity only when you need it.
