Blade Server accepts 14 dual core processors per chassis.
Press Release Summary:
BladeCenter(TM) Model 65x is powered by 2.2 GHz, dual core AMD Opteron LS20 processor, with 1 MB L2 cache per core, that supports 64-bit OS and also runs 32-bit applications. Along with 1 GB PC3200 CL ECC DDR VLP SDRAM RDIMM memory, product features max system memory of 8 GB, dual Broadcom 5704S Gigabit Ethernet connections with failover support, and 2-way SMP processing with 1 GHz HyperTransport processor link. Unit also supports SFF or legacy Ethernet or FC I/O cards.
Original Press Release:
2.2 GHz Dual Core Processor Model for AMD Opteron LS20 for IBM BladeCenter Packs High Density into Less Space
At a glance
Revolutionizing the economics of application server deployment with power, scalability, control, and serviceability.
The new server includes:
2.2 GHz1 Dual Core AMD Opteron processors, including 1 MB L2 cache per core and full 64-bit support
Two-way SMP processing with a 1 GHz HyperTransport processor link
The Model 65x includes high-speed 1 GB (2 x 512 MB kit) PC3200 CL3 ECC double data rate (DDR) VLP SDRAM RDIMM memory
Maximum system memory is 8 GB2
Dual Broadcom 5704S Gigabit Ethernet connections with failover support
Support for Small Form Factor (SFF) or legacy Ethernet or Fibre Channel I/O cards,and Myrinet or InfiniBand expansion cards
Integrated systems management processor
Integrated SCSI controller and connectors for two 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) Non Hot-Swap SCSI HDDs
Overview
Extend the capabilities of your high-density BladeCenter(TM) with the AMD Opteron LS20 for IBM BladeCenter blade server Model 65x that includes an AMD Opteron 32-/64-bit Dual Core processor running at a speed of 2.2 GHz - with 1 MB L2 cache per core.
This processor is a low-power, full-performance Opteron processor. With customers concerned with power consumption and heat output this unique low-power processor can help to reduce the operational cost in deploying these blades.
This Opteron processor supports 64-bit operating systems from Red Hat Linux(TM), SUSE LINUX, and Microsoft(TM) Windows(TM).
This processor can also run a 32-bit application under a 64-bit operating system and remain fully compatible with 32-bit applications and operating systems.
High density: Up to 14 AMD Opteron LS20 for BladeCenter Model 65x blade servers can be installed in a new BladeCenter chassis (8677-3XX). Also, they may be installed in an existing BladeCenter chassis (8677-1XX or 8677-2XX) at full density after an upgrade with the new 2,000-watt power supply option (26K4816). In addition, up to eight of these new LS20 blade servers may be installed in the BladeCenter T chassis (8720-1RX and 8730-1RX) with appropriate firmware.
Powerful blade-thin computing: The BladeCenter chassis and AMD Opteron LS20 for BladeCenter blade servers are the key components to building your blade configuration. Optionally available Ethernet, Fibre Channel, and InfiniBand switches and adapters, redundant keyboard video mouse (KVM) management, and power modules support advanced configurations.
Service and support perfected for On Demand Business
IBM Director and Remote Deployment Manager(TM)
ServerProven® compatibility testing and Web support
Three-year, on-site4 limited warranty5
Key prerequisites
BladeCenter or BladeCenter T chassis
Monitor, keyboard, and mouse for setup
Network switch module
Boot device such as on-board HDDs or network storage device
Management module with latest level firmware
Rack with appropriate PDUs and main power distribution
Planned availability dates
July 15, 2005:
AMD Opteron LS20 for BladeCenter Model 65x
Low Power AMD Opteron Processor Model 275
July 22, 2005:
McDATA Mode Firmware Upgrade for BladeCenter QLogic Switch Modules:
McDATA SANtegrity Activation for BladeCenter
July 29, 2005, InfiniBand 8 Meter Cables
Reference information
1 GHz and MHz denote the internal and/or external clock speed of the microprocessor only, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance.
2 Using 2 GB DIMMs.
3 When referring to HDD or tape backup capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Total user capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
4 IBM sends a technician after attempting to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely.
5 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/
Alternatively, this information is also available by contacting your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.
