Network adapters

x3750 M4 supports two integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports. Optionally, two 10 Gb Ethernet ports can be added by installing one of the available dual-port 10 Gb Ethernet cards listed in Table 12 (88Y7429 or 88Y7427). These cards use a dedicated connector on the system board and do not consume a PCI expansion slot. The onboard Emulex BE3 controller provides both the Gigabit Ethernet ports and the 10 Gb Ethernet ports. The optional cards are used route the ports to external RJ45 or SFP+ ports.

The integrated controller has the following features:

Emulex BE3 chip

Two Gigabit Ethernet ports and two 10 Gb Ethernet ports with optional adapter (1 Gb and 10 Gb auto-negotiation)

Full-duplex (FDX) capability

Optional 10 Gb ports that operate in either a virtual NIC (vNIC) or physical NIC (pNIC) mode:

vNIC mode: Up to six vNICs (up to three vNICs per one 10 Gb port):

Virtual Fabric mode or Switch Independent operational mode

Virtual port bandwidth allocation in 100 Mbps increments

Up to two vNICs can be configured as an iSCSI or FCoE vNICs (one per port) with optional Advanced Upgrade (90Y9310)

pNIC mode: Dual-port 1/10 Gb Ethernet adapter

IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging

VLAN insertion and extraction

Jumbo frames up to 9000 bytes.

Load balancing and failover teaming support, including adapter fault tolerance (AFT), switch fault tolerance (SFT), adaptive load balancing (ALB), and IEEE 802.3ad

Supports Serial over LAN (SoL) and concurrent KVM (cKVM)

Wake On LAN support (1 Gb ports only)

Message Signal Interrupt (MSI-X) support

IPv4/IPv6 offload:

IPv4 TCP Chimney Offload

TCP, UDP checksum offload

Large send offload (LSO)

Large receive offload (LRO)

Receive side scaling (RSS)

Enhanced Ethernet (draft) support:

Enhanced Transmission Selection (ETS) (P802.1Qaz)

Priority-based Flow Control (PFC) (P802.1Qbb)

Data Center Bridging eXchange Protocol (DCBX) (P802.1Qaz)

IBM System x3750 M4

88Y7429, x3759 M4 specifications

The IBM x3759 M4, identified by the part number 88Y7429, is a robust and versatile server designed for enterprise environments that require high performance and reliability. This model is part of IBM's renowned x86 server lineup and reflects the company’s commitment to delivering solutions that meet the demands of modern data centers.

One of the standout features of the x3759 M4 is its support for powerful Intel Xeon processors. This allows organizations to leverage significant processing power for demanding applications, including virtualization, cloud computing, and big data analytics. The server supports multiple CPU configurations, enabling users to tailor performance to their specific needs.

Memory capacity is another critical aspect of the x3759 M4. It supports up to 1.5TB of DDR4 RAM, with advanced memory technology that enhances data throughput and reduces latency. This extensive memory capability is particularly beneficial for memory-intensive applications, ensuring efficient data handling and processing.

Storage options on the x3759 M4 are incredibly flexible, supporting a variety of configurations, including SAS, SATA, and SSD drives. With hot-swap capabilities, users can easily replace or upgrade drives without downtime, enhancing overall system availability. This feature is crucial for businesses that demand 24/7 operations.

The server features advanced virtualization capabilities, supporting multiple operating systems and applications running simultaneously. With built-in support for various hypervisors, companies can maximize resource use and minimize costs. This feature enables organizations to create a scalable and efficient IT infrastructure.

Networking capabilities of the x3759 M4 are robust, featuring multiple PCIe slots for the addition of network cards, including 10GbE options. This ensures high-speed connectivity essential for data-intensive applications and cloud-based services.

Moreover, the x3759 M4 is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It adheres to strict energy standards and includes various power management features, reducing operational costs while maintaining performance. This focus on energy efficiency is critical for organizations looking to minimize their environmental impact while maximizing performance.

In conclusion, the IBM x3759 M4, 88Y7429, is an enterprise-grade server that combines advanced processing power, extensive memory capacity, flexible storage options, and robust networking capabilities. Its design focuses on reliability, performance, and energy efficiency, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking to modernize their IT infrastructure and enhance operational efficiencies.