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General| Number of Processors | Up to 2 per node |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-mounted |
| Product Type | Server |
| Processor | Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 series |
| Memory | DDR4 |
| Storage | NVMe |
| Networking | Integrated 10Gb Ethernet |
| Power Supply | Hot-swappable power supplies |
| Management | Integrated Management Module (IMM) |
Discusses trends in data centers, focusing on density and scale-out applications.
Provides an overview of the NeXtScale System, its enclosure, and compute node.
Details the system's design principles: flexibility, density, simplicity, and standard components.
Explains market positioning and how the system is optimized for specific workloads like cloud and HPC.
Compares IBM NeXtScale System with iDataPlex, highlighting key differences and similarities.
Compares NeXtScale System with traditional rack-mounted servers, detailing advantages and limitations.
Details the process for ordering and fulfilling NeXtScale System configurations.
Introduces the IBM NeXtScale n1200 Enclosure as a dense server platform.
Describes the supported power supplies for the n1200 enclosure, including features and ordering.
Details the fan modules used for cooling in the n1200 enclosure.
Explains the function and management capabilities of the Fan and Power Controller (FPC).
Covers power management features like power capping, redundancy, and oversubscription.
Provides physical and environmental specifications for the n1200 enclosure.
Provides an overview of the nx360 M4 compute node and its cost-optimized platform.
Details the system architecture, including Intel processors and manufacturing technology.
Lists the available Intel Xeon processor options for the nx360 M4 compute node.
Describes memory compatibility, options, and installation for optimal performance.
Details internal storage options, drive types, and controller cards.
Lists supported GPU and coprocessor adapters for expansion trays.
Covers remote server management using the Integrated Management Module II (IMM2).
Provides physical dimensions, weight, and environmental specifications for the compute node.
Outlines best practices for configuring power connections and distribution for racks.
Discusses cooling considerations for server solutions and factors influencing air volume.
Describes installing NeXtScale System in racks, focusing on the IBM 42U 1100mm rack.
Details the Ethernet switches available for top-of-rack deployment in NeXtScale racks.
Presents sample configurations for rack-level networking with NeXtScale systems.
Outlines the criteria and best practices for IBM factory integration.
Details the typical testing procedures performed during factory integration.
Covers local and remote management of compute nodes via KVM and IMM2.
Explains how to manage the n1200 Enclosure using the FPC via web interface or IPMI.
Provides information on installing drivers for the ServeRAID C100 controller.
Discusses support and installation of VMware vSphere Hypervisor on USB keys.
Describes xCAT, an open-source tool for managing HPC clusters.
Details GPFS, a high-performance shared-disk file management solution.
Introduces IBM Platform LSF, a workload management platform for HPC environments.
Describes IBM Platform HPC, a complete management product for clusters and workloads.
