Server runs core business applications.

Press Release Summary:



To streamline internal and distributor processes, eServer® i5 520 Express Edition, packaged under machine type 9405, includes sufficient hardware and software to be solid foundation for small- or medium-sized business computing. Servers include i5/OS, 70-140 Gb disk space, and 1-2 Gb of memory in addition to 30 Gb QIC tape drive and DVD-ROM drive. Available in RAID configurations, server also features twinax, LAN, and communication ports.



Original Press Release:



IBM eServer i5 9405 520 Express Edition -- A Basic Infrastructure for Running Core Business Applications



Overview

To streamline internal and distributor processes, the machine type/model/feature structure for the 520 Express Edition is modified.

The eServer® i5 520 Express Edition is now packaged under machine type 9405. Some of the feature numbers used to package the 9405 520 Express Edition are different than the 9406 520 Express Edition announced earlier. At the package level, all features and functions remain the same.

The eServer i5 520 Express Edition offerings include sufficient hardware and software to be a solid foundation for small or medium-sized business computing.

These attractively priced servers include

· i5/OS

· 70 to 140 GB of disk

· 1 to 2 GB of memory

· 30 GB QIC tape drive

· DVD-ROM drive

· Twinax, LAN, and communication ports

· Specified software licenses

· RAID configurations

IBM Business Partners can enhance the standard configurations with additional features and can offer a wide selection of application solutions, from cross-industry general accounting to industry-specific vertical solutions, all tailored to the specific needs of the small and medium-sized enterprise.

The 9405 520 Express Edition is available through Business Partners only and is not available from IBM directly.

Planned availability date:
November 19, 2004, except for the #7885 to #7884 deskside/rack conversion, which is planned to be available March 31, 2005.

At a glance

eServer i5 Express Edition for small and medium-sized enterprises

· Delivers key elements of your IT infrastructure in a single server with:

- Supporting hardware
- Software
- Maintenance
- Support
- Very attractive price

· New machine type: 9405

For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: AE001

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