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IBM System x3250 M3 Type 4251 User Manual

IBM System x3250 M3 Type 4251
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IBMSystemx3250M3Types4251,4252,and4261
Installation and User’s Guide
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IBM System x3250 M3 Type 4251 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form Factor1U Rack
Processor SocketLGA 1156
Max Processors1
ChipsetIntel 3420
MemoryUp to 32 GB DDR3 ECC UDIMM
Memory Slots4
ProcessorIntel Xeon 3400 series
StorageSATA, SAS
Hard Drive Bays4
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1
Network InterfaceDual Gigabit Ethernet
Storage ControllerIntegrated SATA controller
Drive Bays4
Operating System SupportMicrosoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe x8

Summary

IBM System x3250 M3 Server Overview

Hardware and Software Requirements

Details minimum hardware and software needed for the IBM System x Documentation CD.

Features and Specifications

Summarizes the key features and technical specifications of the server model.

Server Controls, LEDs, and Power

Describes server controls, status LEDs, and power management functions.

Installing Optional Devices

System-Board Connectors and Components

Illustrates and identifies internal system board connectors for optional devices.

Installation Guidelines and Safety

Provides essential guidelines and safety precautions before installing optional devices.

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Explains how to safely handle static-sensitive devices to prevent damage.

Installing Memory Modules

Details the process and considerations for installing RAM modules (DIMMs).

Installing Drives

Provides instructions for installing various types of hard disk and optical drives.

Installing Adapters and Controllers

Guides on installing PCI riser-card assemblies and adapters.

Completing the Installation

Final steps to complete hardware installation and prepare the server.

Configuring the Server

Server Configuration Utilities

Lists available server configuration programs like Setup Utility and IMM.

Setup Utility

Details the UEFI Setup Utility for system configuration and settings.

Integrated Management Module (IMM)

Explains the IMM for remote management, firmware updates, and monitoring.

VMware ESXi Embedded Hypervisor

Information on using the embedded hypervisor for virtualization.

Remote Presence and Blue-Screen Capture

Features for remote server access and diagnostic capture.

Formatting and RAID Array Creation

Instructions for formatting drives and creating RAID arrays.

Getting Help and Technical Assistance

Support Resources and Procedures

Guidance on troubleshooting, documentation, and contacting IBM support.

Service and Support Information

Details on obtaining hardware and software service and support.

Notices and Regulatory Information

Electronic Emission Notices

Compliance statements for electronic emissions (FCC, Industry Canada, EU).

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

FCC compliance statement for Class A digital devices.

European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement

Statement of conformity with EU Council Directive on electromagnetic compatibility.

Asian Class A Warning Statements

Warning statements for Taiwan, China, Japan, and Korea regarding Class A products.

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