IBM P5 570 manual Additional options for rack, Flat panel display options

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￿Any remaining space in the rack can be used to install other systems or peripherals, provided that the maximum permissible weight of the rack is not exceeded and the installation rules for these devices are followed.

￿Before placing a p5-570 into the service position, it is essential that the rack manufacturer’s safety instructions regarding rack stability have been followed.

￿Special consideration must be taken to avoid a flange on the top of the rack to clear the front bezel.

Depending on current implementation and future enhancements of additional

7311 Model D10, 7311 Model D11, and 7311 Model D20 I/O drawers connected to the p5-570 or single installed p5-570 systems, Table 1-9 on page 15 shows examples of the minimum and maximum configurations for p5-570 systems and attached 7311 Model D20 I/O drawers. (7311 Model D10 is a half drawer, so a 7311 Model D20 takes the place of two 7311 Model D10 mounted side-by-side.)

Table 1-9 Minimum and maximum configurations for p5-570s and 7311-D20s

Rack

Stand-alone

One p5-570,

One p5-570,

One p5-570,

 

p5-570s

one 7311-D20

four 7311-D20s

eight 7311-D20s

 

 

 

 

 

7014-T00

9

4

1

1

 

 

 

 

 

7014-T42

10

5

2

1

 

 

 

 

 

The front trim kit consists of three steel parts that snap on to the rack at the left, right, and top edges. They are painted to match the overall rack color and designed to present an attractive, finished appearance. Each rack must be ordered with either a front door or a front trim kit, but not both. The front trim kit is offered with two feature codes, one for the 7014-T00 and the other for the 7014-T42 racks (FC 6246, FC 6247). The FC 6246 and FC 6247 replaces the earlier trim kits. Either feature may be installed on a 7014-T42 rack, unless the rack contains a p5-570 system. The p5-570 is not compatible with the FC 6081 trim kit.

1.6.5 Additional options for rack

The intention of this section is to highlight some solutions available to provide a single point of management for a complex environment, such as with several p5-570 systems inside a single T00 or T42 rack. In addition, this section highlights the IBM 7212 Model 102 TotalStorage® device enclosure, to connect an external tape drive solution to the p5-570.

Flat panel display options

The IBM 7316-TF3 Flat Panel Console Kit may be installed in the system rack. This 1U console uses a 15-inch thin film transistor (TFT) LCD with a viewable area of

304.1mm x 228.1 mm and a 1024 x 768 resolution. The 7316-TF3 Flat Panel Console Kit has the following attributes:

￿Flat panel color monitor.

￿Rack tray for keyboard, monitor, and optional VGA switch with mounting brackets.

￿IBM Space Saver 2, a 14.5-inch keyboard that mounts in the rack keyboard tray and is available as a feature in 16 language configurations. (The track point mouse is integrated into the keyboard.)

Note: It is recommended that you have the 7316-TF3 installed between EIA 20 and- 25 of the rack for ease of use. The 7316-TF3 or any other graphics monitor requires that a POWER GXT135P graphics accelerator (FC 2848 or FC 2849) is installed in the server.

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Contents IBM Eserver p5 Technical Overview Introduction Page IBM Sserver p5 570 Technical Overview Introduction First Edition July Contents Page Page Vi p5-570 Technical Overview and Introduction Vii Trademarks Team that wrote this Redpaper PrefaceComments welcome Become a published authorGeneral description P5-570 Technical Overview and Introduction Physical package System specificationsView from the front Minimum and optional featuresProcessor card FC Description Processor card featuresDisk and media features Memory featuresUSB diskette drive 5 I/O drawersModel D10 I/O drawer Model D10 I/O drawer physical package Model D20 I/O drawer Model D11 I/O drawerModel D20 I/O drawer physical package Drawers and usable PCI slotsHardware Management Console models Value PaksSystem racks Model type conversionIBM RS/6000 7014 Model T00 Enterprise Rack AC Power Distribution Unit and rack content IBM RS/6000 7014 Model T42 Enterprise RackRack-mounting rules for p5-570 and I/O drawers Flat panel display options Additional options for rackOEM rack Hardware Management Console 7310 Model CR2IBM 7212 Model 102 TotalStorage Storage device enclosure Statement of direction 18 p5-570 Technical Overview and Introduction Architecture and technical overview POWER4 POWER5 POWER5 chipST operation Dynamic power managementEnhanced SMT features Simultaneous multi-threadingPOWER4 Power chip evolutionCMOS, copper, and SOI technology Processor cardsProcessor card with DDR1 memory socket layout view Processor drawer interconnect cablesPmcycles -m Processor clock rateMemory placement rules Memory subsystemMemory restriction System buses Memory throughputRIO-2 buses and GX+ card Internal I/O subsystem SP busPCI-X slots and adapters Bit and 32-bit adapters LAN adaptersGraphic accelerators Scsi adaptersInternal hot swappable Scsi disks Internal storageInternal RAID options Internal media devicesHot-swap disks and Linux External I/O subsystems 1 I/O drawers2 7311 Model D10 and 7311 Model D11 I/O drawers Model D10 features Model D11 features3 7311 Model D20 I/O drawer Model D20 internal Scsi cabling 4 7311 I/O drawer and RIO-2 cablingCost Optimized Performance Optimized 5 7311 I/O drawer and Spcn cablingIBM 2104 Expandable Storage Plus External disk subsystemsIBM 7133 Serial Disk Subsystem SSA IBM TotalStorage FAStT Storage serversIBM TotalStorage Enterprise Storage Server Virtual Ethernet Advanced Power Virtualization featureDynamic logical partitioning VirtualizationMicro-Partitioning technology 15shows the POWER5 partitioning conceptVirtual I/O Server POWER5 PartitioningPartition Load Manager Service processorService processor extender Service processor baseIPL flow without an HMC attached to the system Boot processIPL flow with an HMC attached to the system Hardware Management ConsoleDefinitions of partitions Managed systemsProfiles System Management Services Hardware requirements for partitioningSpecific partition definitions used for Micro-Partitioning 17 System Management Services main menu Boot optionsDVD-ROM, DVD-RAM Additional boot optionsOperating system requirements SecurityAIX 5L Linux support LinuxCapacity on Demand, RAS, and manageability Way 1.9 GHz POWER5 processor card with DDR2 memory slots Processor Capacity Upgrade on Demand methodsWay 1.65 GHz POWER5 processor card Way 1.9 GHz POWER5 processor card with DDR1 memory slotsCapacity Upgrade on Demand for memory Capacity Upgrade on Demand for memory feature codes How to report temporary activation resourcesReliability, availability, and serviceability Fault avoidanceTrial Capacity on Demand First Failure Data Capture Permanent monitoringMutual surveillance Memory reliability, fault tolerance, and integrity Self-healingEnvironmental monitoring Dynamic or persistent deallocation Fault masking5 N+1 redundancy Resource deallocationError indication and LED indicators ServiceabilityConcurrent Maintenance ManageabilityAdvanced System Management Interface Advanced System Management main menu Service AgentService Update Management Assistant Service focal point3 p5 Customer-Managed Microcode Cluster CSM V1.4 on AIX and Linux planned 4Q04 CSM value pointsOther publications IBM RedbooksOnline resources Help from IBM How to get IBM Redbooks68 p5-570 Technical Overview and Introduction Page IBM Eserver p5 Technical Overview Introduction

P5 570 specifications

The IBM P5 570 is a high-performance server that was designed for enterprise-scale computing, offering a blend of advanced technologies and a flexible architecture. Launched as part of IBM's Power5 server line, the P5 570 stands out for its robust processing capabilities and extensive scalability, making it a preferred choice for businesses requiring reliable and efficient computing solutions.

At the heart of the P5 570 is the IBM Power5 processor, which employs simultaneous multi-threading (SMT) technology. This allows the processor to handle two threads per core, effectively doubling the throughput for workloads ideally suited to multi-threading. The server typically features a configuration of up to 32 Power5 processors, providing an impressive compute power that supports demanding applications, ranging from databases to complex enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

The P5 570 architecture supports a wide range of memory configurations, with a maximum memory capacity of up to 512 GB. Utilizing IBM’s proprietary Chip Memory technology, it can deliver high bandwidth and low latency, significantly enhancing performance for memory-intensive applications. Furthermore, the integrated memory controller architecture optimizes memory access, ensuring that critical workloads run smoothly.

Scalability is a key characteristic of the P5 570, with the ability to expand processing power and memory capacity as an organization’s needs grow. The server supports various operating systems, including AIX, Linux, and IBM i, which provides flexibility for diverse IT environments. This versatility ensures that companies can run their preferred applications without the need for substantial system overhauls.

In terms of storage, the P5 570 utilizes advanced RAID technology and supports a variety of disk configurations, ensuring that data integrity and availability are maintained. Coupled with built-in security features, such as the IBM Trusted Foundation, which establishes a secure boot environment, the P5 570 offers a reliable platform for mission-critical workloads.

Finally, the IBM P5 570 is designed for high availability and redundancy. Features like hot-swappable components and advanced error detection and recovery mechanisms minimize downtime, making it a dependable choice for businesses that operate around the clock. Combined with its powerful hardware and versatile software support, the IBM P5 570 remains a formidable player in the high-performance server arena.
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