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High-performance, 4-socket, six-core Intel® processor-based server |
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- Leadership x86 performance for database, enterprise applications and virtualization workloads1
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Fourth generation IBM X-Architecture chipset design |
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- Innovation with 60% front-side bus speed improvement, up to 60% faster memory speed than the previous X3 generation, and a separate front-side bus for each socket to deliver a balanced system design
- Innovative and efficient snoop filtering to reduce latency and improve performance
- Unique lower memory latency with registered DIMMs versus the competition, which requires more expensive Fully Buffered DIMMs
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Memory reliability features through Active Memory |
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- Enhanced error recovery with Chipkill memory, Memory ProteXion, memory scrubbing and memory mirroring to maintain your data integrity
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Hot-swap, redundant rear-access power supplies |
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- Increase system and application uptime by eliminating another point of failure with a second hot-swap power supply
- Rear-access power supplies for simplified serviceability
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Drop-down, front-access light path diagnostics panel |
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- Gives information about a failing component without interrupting system operation, even in the absence of system power
- Expedites hardware repairs that can dramatically reduce service time
- Maximizes uptime by quickly and easily identifying component failures
- Numeric identifier to allow customers to easy determine the boot sequence
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Hot-swap redundant fans |
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- Allow the server to continue operating even with a fan failure
- Replacing fans is easy, without taking your server offline or out of the rack
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Integrated System Management Processor |
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- High-function Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine
- Provides around-the-clock remote management capabilities
- Increases server availability by continuously monitoring your system and notifying you of potential system failures or changes
- Decreases downtime by allowing you to remotely perform systems management functions whether your server is operational or not
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IBM Director |
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- Comprehensive systems management tools
- Helps increase uptime, reduce costs and improve productivity via advanced server management capabilities
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Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet |
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- Provides increased network throughput and redundancy with efficient slot-saving integration
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Three-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty² |
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- Provides peace of mind for an extended period of time
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ServerGuide™ software |
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- Assists with the installation of operating systems and drivers
- Gets your server up and running faster
- Simplifies installation and configuration of your System x™ servers
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OS flexibility |
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- Choice of Windows®, Red Hat or SUSE operating systems
- Runs both 32-bit and 64-bit OSes, allowing you to migrate to 64-bit computing at a pace that makes sense for your business
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