Server supports up to 3.6 GHz Intel(TM) Xeon processors.
Press Release Summary:
Suited for compute-intensive, Web-based, or enterprise network applications, 1U high xSeries® 336 server is optimized for Intel's EM64T and facilitates migration to 64-bit computing. Rack-optimized, scalable solution features 2-way SMP-capable processors; 512 or 1 GB of 2-way interleaved PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM memory; and Ultra320 SCSI with RAID 0 or 1. It also offers support for hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI and simple-swap SATA HDDs and includes dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers.
Original Press Release:
New IBM eServer xSeries 336 Servers with up to 3.6 GHz with Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology -- Rack-optimized Servers for Outstanding Computing Power
Overview
The xSeries® 336 server is designed to handle compute-intensive, Web-based, or enterprise network applications. Optimized for Intel's EM64T, the xSeries 336 server enables customers whose applications could benefit from greater memory addressability to migrate to 64-bit computing.
This highly manageable, ultrathin, 1 U high, rack-optimized server features two-way SMP-capable processors, high availability, and scalability.
Power and scalability for on demand business
Apply powerful processors, large amounts of high-performing PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM memory, and high-bandwidth PCI buses to data center applications:
· 2.8, 3.0, 3.2, 3.4, or 3.6 GHz Intel(TM) Xeon processors with 1 MB advanced transfer L2 cache
· 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB) processors
· 512 or 1 GB of two-way interleaved, high-speed PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM memory supports up to 16 GB (when 2 GB PC2-3200 memory is available)
· Integrated Ultra320 SCSI with RAID 0 or 1
· Support for hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI and simple-swap SATA HDDs
· Dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers; high I/O capacity for demanding applications, plus failover capability
High availability for around-the-clock e-business
High availability, manageability, and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly, even from remote locations:
· Redundant cooling fans
· Optional hot-swap/redundant power supplies
· Memory mirroring and hot spare memory configurable using BIOS setup
· Integrated systems management processor
· Operating status and key server components monitoring and control; automatically sends alerts via alert standard format (ASF) for critical errors or component failures
· Predictive Failure Analysis® (PFA) on processors, voltage regulator module (VRM), memory, fans, power supply, and HDD options warns of problems before they occur
· Fast and easy servicing: innovative Light Path Diagnostics, improved on-board diagnostics, and LED diagnostic panel
· Drop-down Light Path Diagnostic panel helps you investigate problem components without opening the system
· Optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine card for full out-of-band systems management
Service and support perfected for on demand business
· ServerGuide(TM) and IBM Director
· Web support3
· Three-year on-site4 limited warranty5
Key prerequisites
· Monitor, keyboard, mouse, and EIA(TM)-310D compatible rack
Planned availability date
October 1, 2004
At a glance
The xSeries 336 server is designed with the power, scalability, control, and serviceability needed to handle dynamic Web-serving and e-business applications:
· Ultrathin, high-availability, rack-optimized, 1 U platform
· Powerful Intel Xeon processors with 1 MB L2 cache and 800 MHz1 FSB and Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
· 512 or 1 GB of two-way interleaved PC2-3200 ECC double date rate (DDR2) SDRAM RDIMM memory; eight DIMM slots support up to 16 GB (when 2 GB PC2-3200 memory is available)
· Support for Ultra320 SCSI or Serial-ATA (SATA)
· Choice of open bay HDD configurations:
- Four 2.5-in hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI
- Two 3.5-in hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI
- Two simple-swap SATA
· Single-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller for high-speed, internal disk storage solutions up to 292 GB2
· Two PCI-X slots, one 64-bit/133 MHz (full height, full length) one 64-bit/100 MHz (low profile, half length)
· 585-watt, auto-ranging power supply
· Integrated systems management processor
· Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet
· One serial port (16550A-compatible), three USB ports, and a mouse, keyboard, and video port
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 When referring to HDD or tape backup capacity, GB stands for 1,000,000,000 bytes. Total user capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
3 Some programs may not be available in all countries.
4 You may be asked certain diagnostic questions before a technician is sent.
5 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.
