Rack-Optimized Servers utilize AMD Opteron processors.
Press Release Summary:
IBM eserver 325 servers provide power, scalability, control, and serviceability needed to handle compute-intensive applications in Linux clustering. Measuring 1U high, products offer 1 GB of 2-way interleaved Chipkill(TM), PC2700 ECC DDR SDRAM RDIMM memory and support up to 12 GB. Able to support 32- and 64-bit operating systems, units are equipped with hot-swap, Ultra320 SCSI open bay; dual processor, hot-swap, 36.4 GB, 10,000 rpm SCSI HDD; and single-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller.
Original Press Release:
New IBM eServer 325 Servers with AMD Opteron Processors - SMP Capable, Rack-Optimized Servers for Outstanding Computing Power at an Affordable Price
At a glance
Power, scalability, control, and serviceability needed to handle compute-intensive applications in Linux clustering:
· Ultrathin, rack-optimized, 1 U high
· Powerful AMD Opteron processor Models 240, 242, and 246
· 1 GB of two-way interleaved Chipkill(TM), PC2700 ECC DDR SDRAM RDIMM memory; supports up to 12 GB
· Choice of configurations:
- Economical 80 GB EIDE HDD
- Flexible, hot-swap, Ultra320 SCSI open bay
- Dual processor, hot-swap, 36.4 GB 10,000 rpm SCSI HDD
· Single-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller for high-speed, internal disk storage solutions up to 292 GB in SCSI models
· Two 64-bit/100 MHz PCI-X slots (one full- and one half-length slot)
· Drive bays: 24x-10x CD-ROM, and two standard IDE or hot-swap SCSI drive bays
· 411 watt, auto-ranging power supply
· Imbedded systems management processor
· Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet
· One serial port (16550A-compatible), four USB ports (two front, two rear), and two RS-45 ports
Overview
The IBM eserver325 server is designed to handle compute-intensive applications ideal in Linux clustering.
You can manage your business by supporting both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems, allowing you to migrate your applications at your own pace.
This highly manageable, ultrathin, 1 U high, rack-optimized platform features two-way SMP-capable processors, and high performance at an affordable price.
Power and scalability for e-business
Apply powerful processors, large amounts of PC2700 double data rate (DDR) memory, and high-bandwidth PCI buses to data center applications:
· AMD Opteron processor Models 240, 242, and 246
· 1 GB (2 x 512) of two-way interleaved, high-speed PC2700 333 MHz ECC DDR SDRAM memory
· 5DX model with 2 GB (4 x 512) of PC2700 ECC DDR SDRAM memory
· Integrated single-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller
· Dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers; high I/O capacity for demanding applications, plus failover capability
· Simultaneously runs both 32-bit and 64-bit applications using a 64-bit operating system
· Imbedded HDD mirroring (RAID 1) on SCSI models
High availability for around-the-clock e-business
High availability, manageability, and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly, even from remote locations:
· Includes integrated systems management processor
· Monitors and controls operating status and key server components; automatically sends alerts via alert standard format (ASF) for critical errors or component failures
· Designed to warn of problems before they occur: Predictive Failure Analysis® (PFA) on processors, voltage regulator module (VRM), memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options
· Provides fast and easy servicing: improved on-board diagnostics, and LED diagnostic panel
Service and support perfected for e-business
· ServerGuide(TM) and IBM Director
· Web support
· One-year, on-site, limited warranty
Key prerequisites
· Monitor
· Keyboard
· Mouse
· Rack
Planned availability date
October 17, 2003
