IBM System x3250 M3

Flexible functionality in a 1U server at a compact price

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Highlights

Maximize performance with the latest Intel® technology in a robust, flexible platform
Achieve energy savings with built-in power management tools
Minimize risks with trouble-free serviceability and maintenance

The IBM® System x3250 M3 is a single-socket server that offers new levels of performance and flexibility to help you respond quickly to changing business demands. Cost effective and compact, it is well-suited for small to midsized businesses as well as large enterprises, whether for general-purpose workloads or specialized applications.

Amplify your performance

Built with the latest Intel® Xeon® 3400 Series or Celeron®, Pentium® or Core i3 dual-core processors, the x3250 M3 has industry-leading computing capabilities in a small, 1U footprint. It also offers substantial memory and storage capacity to help you manage your data efficiently.

Product features

Innovative technology provides the latest processors and vast memory in a compact 1U footprint
Power-efficient design helps save on energy costs
Affordable price point and total cost of ownership
Integrated tools support easy deployment and management
IBM tested and certified for quality and reliability
Rich security features to meet today’s security requirements

Hardware summary

22" depth, 1U form factor
Choice of processors—Intel® Xeon® 3400 Series quad-core or Intel Celeron, Pentium or Core i3 dual-core
DDR-3 ECC memory, up to 1333 MHz; 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB UDIMMs, 16 GB UDIMM max; 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB and 8 GB RDIMMs; 32 GB RDIMM max
Two 3.5" simple-swap SATA or 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA or four 2.5" hot-swap SAS HDDs