System x3950 M2
| Feature |
Benefits |
| High-performance, 4-socket, quad-core Intel processor-based server |
- High-performance, 4-socket, six-core Intel processor-based server
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| Fourth generation IBM X-Architecture chipset design |
- Innovation with 60 percent front-side bus speed improvement, up to 60 percent faster memory speed than the previous generation x3950 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 |
- 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 |
- 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 |
- 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
- Maximises 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 |
- 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 |
- High-function Remote Supervisor Adapter (RSA) 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 |
- 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 (GbE) |
- Provides increased network throughput and redundancy with efficient slot-saving integration
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| Three-year customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site limited warranty1 |
- Provides peace of mind for an extended period of time
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| ServerGuide software |
- 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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| Operating System flexibility |
- 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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1 IBM Warranty information: For a copy of applicable product warranties, contact your local IBM sales representative or visit: ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties (US) IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services. 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.
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