IBM NeXtScale System User Manual

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Figure 2-4 System x Strategy delivers leadership products and solutions
2.3 NeXtScale System versus iDataPlex
Although iDataPlex and NeXtScale look different, many of the ideas and
innovations we pioneered with iDataPlex remain in the new NeXtScale System.
When IBM introduced iDataPlex in 2008, we introduced a chassis that was
dedicated to power and cool independent nodes. With NeXtScale system, we
reuse the same principle, but we are extending it to bring more flexibility to the
users.
The IBM NeXtScale n1200 Enclosure can now support up to 12 1U half-wide
compute nodes, while the iDataPlex chassis can house only two 1U half-deep
compute nodes. This allows IBM NeXtScale System to provide more flexibility to
the user and mix in the chassis different types of nodes with different form
factors.
The IBM NeXtScale n1200 Enclosure is designed to fit in the IBM 42U 1100mm
Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack, but it also fits in many standard 19-inch racks.
Although iDataPlex can also be installed in a standard 19-inch rack, the use of
iDataPlex racks and different floor layouts was required to make use of its
high-density capability. IBM NeXtScale System brings more flexibility by allowing
users to use standard 19-inch racks and does not require a special datacenter
layout, which does not affect customer best practices and policies.
High-end systems
Broad portfolio to meet a
wide range of client needs
from infrastructure to
technical computing
4 socket+ enterprise-class x86
performance,
resiliency and security
Integration across IBM assets in
systems and SW for maximum client
optimization and value
Optimize space-constrained data
centers with extreme
performance and energy
efficiency
IBM PureSystems
IBM eX5 Systems
IBM NeXtScaleIBM System x Rack & Tower
IBM Flex System
IBM BladeCenter
Blades/Integrated systems
Volume systems Dense systems
IBM iDataPlex

IBM NeXtScale System Specifications

General

Brand	IBM
Model	NeXtScale System
Category	Server
Language	English