AMD Opteron-Powered Servers perform 64-bit computing.
Press Release Summary:
Suited for compute-intensive applications used in Linux(TM) clustering, eServer 326m server is 1U, rack-optimized platform that features up to 2 single- or dual-core, SMP-capable processors. It is available with PCI-X and PCI-E buses in 1 GB and 4 GB models with 2-way interleaved PC3200 400 MHz ECC DDR SDRAM RDIMM memory, upgradable to 16 GB. Server offers up to 600 GB of internal hot-swap SCSI HDD storage or up to 320 GB of fixed SATA storage.
Original Press Release:
IBM 326m - SMP Capable, Rack-Optimized Servers Include PCI-E Support and Powerful Dual-Core AMD Opteron Processors
The IBM 326m server has the power, scalability, control, and serviceability needed to handle compute-intensive applications in Linux clustering:
Ultrathin, rack-optimized, 1 U high
Powerful dual-core AMD Opteron models 265, 270, 275, and 280 and single-core models 252 and 254
Two-way interleaved Chipkill(TM), PC3200 CL3 ECC DDR SDRAM RDIMM memory; addressable up to 16 GB
Choice of configurations:
Economical 80 GB Serial-ATA (SATA) HDD
Flexible, hot-swap, Ultra320 SCSI open bay models with 1 GB memory standard
Dual processor dual-core with two 36.4 GB (15,000 rpm), hot-swap, Ultra320 SCSI HDDs with 4 GB memory
Dual processor dual-core with 80 GB SATA HDD with 4 GB memory
Single-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller for high-speed, internal disk storage solutions up to 600 GB in SCSI models
PCI riser cards to support one of two configurations:
Two PCI-E x8 slots
One PCI-E x8 and one PCI-X 133 MHz
Two standard SATA or hot-swap SCSI drive bays and CD-ROM in all models except 67x and 68x
411-watt, auto-ranging power supply
Embedded systems management processor
Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet
One serial port (16550A-compatible), four USB ports (two front, two rear), and two RJ-45 ports
Overview
The IBM 326m server excels at the compute-intensive applications used in Linux(TM) clustering. The highly manageable, ultrathin 1 U, rack-optimized platform features up to two dual-core SMP-capable processors for high performance at an affordable price.
Power and scalability for e-business
The 326m system offers state of the art processors, large memory capacity, high memory bandwidth, and PCI-X and PCI-E buses to power through core-, memory-, and I/O-intensive applications.
Choice of processors:
Dual-core AMD Opteron models 265, 270, 275, and 280
Single-core models 252 and 254
1 GB (2 x 512 MB) and 4 GB (4 x 1 GB) models available with two-way interleaved, high-speed PC3200 400 MHz ECC double data rate (DDR) SDRAM RDIMM memory, upgradable to 16 GB
Choice of integrated single-channel Ultra320 SCSI or SATA controller
Up to 600 GB of internal hot-swap SCSI HDD storage, or up to 320 GB of fixed SATA storage
Dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers; high I/O capacity for demanding applications, plus failover capability
32- and 64-bit applications using a 64-bit operating system
Embedded RAID-1 HDD mirroring on SCSI models
Supports PCI-E and PCI-X
Supports Remote Supervisor Adapter II
High availability for around-the-clock e-business
High availability, manageability, and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly, even from remote locations:
Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 1.5 integrated systems management processor
Remote power control for accessing and managing your server remotely
TextConsole redirect over serial or LAN
Early warning of problems before they occur: Predictive Failure Analysis® (PFA) on processors, voltage regulator module (VRM), memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options
Fast and easy servicing: Improved diagnostics and Diagnostic LED indicator
Service and support perfected for e-business
ServerGuide(TM) and IBM Director
Web support
One-year, on-site, limited warranty
Key prerequisites
Monitor
Universal serial bus (USB) keyboard
USB mouse
Rack
Planned availability date
November 10, 2005
