IBM Redboks System x3550 M4 User Manual

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IBM System x3550 M4
IBM Redbooks Product Guide
The IBM® System x3550 M4 server provides outstanding performance for your business-critical
applications. Its energy-efficient design supports more cores, memory, and data capacity in a compact 1U
package that is easy to service and manage. With more computing power per watt and the latest Intel
Xeon processors, you can reduce costs while maintaining speed and availability.
Suggested use: database, virtualization, enterprise applications, collaboration/email, streaming media,
web, HPC, and cloud applications.
Figure 1 shows the IBM System x3550 M4.
Figure 1. The IBM System x3550 M4
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The x3550 M4 offers a flexible, scalable design and a simple upgrade path to eight HDDs plus an optical
drive at the same time, and up to 768 GB of memory. The flexible onboard Ethernet solution provides four
standard integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports and two optional embedded 10 Gb Ethernet ports without
occupying PCIe slots. Comprehensive systems management tools with the next-generation Integrated
Management Module II (IMM2) make it easy to deploy, integrate, service, and manage.

IBM Redboks System x3550 M4 Specifications

General

Processor Sockets	2
Memory Slots	24 DIMM slots
Processor	Intel Xeon E5-2600 series
Memory	Up to 768GB DDR3
Storage	SSDs
Power Supply	Redundant 550W, 750W
Operating System Support	Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware

Summary

Server Overview and Key Features

Key Features

Details the primary advantages and capabilities of the IBM System x3550 M4 server.

Scalability and Performance

Highlights how the server's design enhances performance and allows for future growth.

Availability and Serviceability

Covers features designed to simplify maintenance and maximize system uptime.

Manageability and Security

Explains the integrated tools for server management and data protection.

Energy Efficiency

Details the energy-saving features contributing to lower operational costs.

System Specifications and Models

Standard Specifications

Lists the core technical specifications and components of the x3550 M4.

Standard Models

Presents various pre-configured models and their specifications.

Processor Options

Details the supported Intel Xeon processors and their configurations.

Memory Options

Provides information on supported DDR3 memory modules and configurations.

Storage, Expansion, and Networking

Internal Disk Storage Options

Explains the various internal hard drive and SSD configurations available.

RAID Controllers

Lists the supported RAID controllers for internal storage management.

Optical Drives

Lists the supported internal optical drive options.

I/O Expansion Options

Details PCI riser cards and network adapter options for expanding I/O capabilities.

Network Adapters

Describes the integrated and optional network interface cards.

System Management, Support, and Environment

Remote Management

Describes the integrated management module and remote control features.

Supported Operating Systems

Lists the operating systems compatible with the IBM System x3550 M4.

Physical and Electrical Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, and electrical requirements for the server.

Supported Environment

Details operational environmental conditions like air temperature and humidity.

Warranty Options

Outlines the available warranty services and upgrade options for the server.