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IBM System x3550 M3 User Manual

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IBM System x3550 M3 1
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IBM System x3550 M3
IBM Redbooks Product Guide
The IBM® System x3550 M3 builds on the latest Intel Xeon processor technology with extreme
processing power and superior energy-management and cooling features. With twice the performance of
previous generations and a flexible, energy-smart design that integrates low-wattage components, the
x3550 M3 can help you meet demanding workloads at a lower cost per watt.
Suggested uses: customers requiring a highly available, energy-efficient, rack-optimized solution for
physical and virtual intensive commercial environments like eBusiness/eCommerce, collaboration,
virtualization, database, and enterprise resource planning applications.
Figure 1 shows the IBM System x3550 M3.
Figure 1. The IBM System x3550 M3
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The x3550 M3 offers a flexible, scalable design and simple upgrade path to eight HDDs or SSDs, and 288
GB of memory. In addition, a built-in altimeter provides more efficient power utilization and lower noise
levels.
Comprehensive systems management tools such as advanced diagnostics, a cable management arm,
and the ability to control resources from a single point make it easy to deploy, integrate, service, and
manage. The server also offers an upgrade to four built-in Gigabit Ethernet ports without consuming an
additional PCI Express slot.
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IBM System x3550 M3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tcase77.6 °C
Bus typeQPI
SteppingB1
FSB ParityNo
Processor codeSLBV4
Processor cache12 MB
Processor cores4
Processor modelE5620
System bus rate5.86 GT/s
Processor seriesIntel Xeon 5600 Series
Processor socketSocket B (LGA 1366)
Processor threads8
Processor codenameWestmere EP
Processor frequency2.4 GHz
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor lithography32 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor package size42.5 X 45 mm
Processor front side bus- MHz
Processor boost frequency2.66 GHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
ECC supported by processorYes
Supported instruction setsSSE4.2
Thermal Design Power (TDP)80 W
Number of processors installed2
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)18
Physical Address Extension (PAE)40 bit
Memory types supported by processorDDR3 800/1066
Memory channels supported by processorTriple
Memory clock speeds supported by processor800, 1066 MHz
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max)25.6 GB/s
Maximum internal memory supported by processor288 GB
HDD size2.5 \
RAID levels0, 1, 10
HDD interfaceSerial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Optical drive type-
Total storage capacity0 GB
Maximum storage capacity8 TB
Number of HDDs installed0
Internal memory24 GB
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory192 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)6 x 4 GB
Maximum graphics card memory16 MB
Graphics card familyMatrox
Graphics card memory typeGDDR2
Cabling technology10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Serial ports quantity1
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports3
Power supply460 W
Power supply typeAC
Power requirements100 - 240 V
Power supply input frequency50 - 60 Hz
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows Server 2008 R2 and 2008, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and VMware ESXi, Oracle Solaris 10 (model dependent)
Storage temperature (T-T)-40 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)10 - 35 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)8 - 80 %
Chassis typeRack (1U)
Processor ARK ID47925
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology1.0
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth711 mm
Width440 mm
Height43 mm
Weight15600 g

Summary

IBM System x3550 M3 Overview

Product Description

Introduces the IBM System x3550 M3, highlighting its performance, energy-efficient design, and workload capabilities.

Key Features and Benefits

Performance Enhancements

Details processor, memory, storage, and I/O features enhancing performance and reducing costs.

Flexibility and Scalability

Highlights density, processor choices, memory expansion, power supply options, USB ports, storage flexibility, and I/O slots.

Manageability and Security

Covers systems management tools, IMM, and security features for deployment and maintenance.

Availability and Serviceability

Serviceability Features

Explains features simplifying service and increasing uptime, like toolless access, hot-swap components, light path diagnostics, and warranty.

Memory Error Protection

Details Chipkill ECC memory protection and memory mirroring for redundancy.

Energy Efficiency

Energy-Saving Design

Details low-voltage processors, SSDs, DDR3 DIMMs, efficient components, ventilation, and altimeter for fan control.

Standard Specifications

Core System Specifications

Details physical form, processor, cache, chipset, memory capacity, and protection technologies.

Connectivity and Expansion Options

Lists disk drive bays, RAID support, network interfaces, and PCI expansion slots.

Power and Cooling Details

Covers cooling methods, power supply options, and hot-swap component types.

Model Configurations

Standard Models Overview

Lists various standard configurations of the IBM System x3550 M3 with processor, RAM, RAID, and other specs.

Processor Options

Xeon 5600 Series Features

Explains features like QPI, Turbo Boost, Hyper-Threading, Intelligent Power, Execute Disable Bit, and Virtualization Technology.

Xeon 5600 Series Models

Lists specific Intel Xeon 5600 series processors, their part numbers, features, and compatible models.

Xeon 5500 Series Models

Lists specific Intel Xeon 5500 series processors, their part numbers, features, and models where used.

Memory Options and Specifications

Internal Disk Storage Options

Internal RAID Controllers

ServeRAID Controller Details

Details supported ServeRAID controllers (BR10il, H1110, M1015, M5014, M5015, M5016, B5015) and their features.

I/O Expansion and Network Adapters

Network Adapter Options

Storage Host Bus Adapters

PCIe SSD Adapters and Power Supplies

Redundant Power Supply Options

Details the available redundant power supply units (AC and DC) for the server.

Virtualization and Remote Management

IMM and Remote Management Features

Describes the IMM's functions and features enabled by the Virtual Media Key for remote management.

Supported Operating Systems

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Warranty and Service Options

External RAID Controllers and Drives

External Disk Storage Systems

Network Switches and Power Units

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