IBM X3200 M3 Bottom Line, Operating systems supported, Length of limited warranty, 7327

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An affordable single-socket, quad-core server with high performance and data protection for small, medium, and large businesses

x3200 M3 Specifications

 

21.25” (539.8mm) D

 

 

 

30.4” (772mm) D (with redundant power)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (Standard/Web/Enterprise Editions) 32/64-bit, Windows

Operating systems supported

Small Business Server 2008 (SE/PE) 64-bit, Microsoft Windows Server 2003 & R2

(Standard/Web/Enterprise Editions) 32/64-bit, RHEL 4/5 32/64-bit with and without Xen, Red

 

 

Hat 5 Workstation 64-bit, SLES 10/11 32/64-bit with and without Xen, VMware 4/4i

 

 

 

 

Length of limited warranty

3 years (parts and labor)11

1 year (parts and labor) — Machine Types

Machine Type 7328

7327

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bottom Line

The x3200 M3 is an extremely powerful entry system, incorporating leading-edge industry- standard features and adding IBM-unique innovations:

Price/Performance

High-throughput processors — A choice of 2.4GHz to 2.93GHz quad-core Xeon or 2.26GHz to 3.06GHz dual-core Celeron, Pentium, or Core i3 processors

Low-energy-draw dual-core Celeron, Pentium, or Core i3 processors, to help save you money on energy usage

Large cache 2MB, 3MB, 4MB (dual-core), or 8MB (quad-core) of L3 processor cache (processor-dependent)

64-bit extensions (EM64T)

High-performance memory access 1066MHz or 1333MHz (model-specific)

High-performance disk technology — Integrated SAS/SATA controller and slotless hardware-basedRAID controller (standard in hot-swap models; optional in simple-swap models)

High-performance external expansion Seven 480Mbps USB 2.0 ports (two front, four rear, one internal)

High-performance communications — Integrated dual-port Gigabit Ethernet controller

Fast I/O Five PCIe Gen 2 adapter slots

Flexibility

Large memory capacity — Up to 32GB of RDIMM ECC memory or up to 16GB of UDIMM

ECC memory

High-capacity disk storage — Up to 4TB of internal 3.5-inch hot-swap SATA II storage or 4TB of 3.5-inch simple-swap SATA storage, or 1.17TB of 3.5-inch hot-swap SAS storage, or up to 4TB of 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS storage

Support for an optional half-high tape, optical drive, or RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System drive (in addition to the HDDs)

Hardware-based RAID-0/1/1Esupport standard in hot-swapmodels, optional in simple-swapmodels; RAID 10/5/50/6/60 support optional in all models; full hardware disk encryption support available in all models

Six available adapter slots:

￿One x8/x812 PCIe Gen 2 slot (8GBps)

￿One x8/413 PCIe Gen 2 slot (4GBps)

￿One x4/x414 PCIe Gen 2 slots (4GBps)—reserved for ServeRAID controller

￿One x4/x115 PCIe Gen 2 slots (1GBps)

￿Two 33MHz legacy PCI slots

Manageability, Serviceability and Availability

IBM Systems Director systems management software, including:

￿ IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager

11For terms and conditions or copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, call 800-772-2227 in the U.S. In Canada call 800- 426-2255. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services including those designated as ServerProven or ClusterProven. Telephone support may be subject to additional charges. For warranties including onsite labor, a technician is sent after IBM attempts to resolve the problem remotely. International warranty service is available in any country in which this product is sold.

12The x8/x8 slot can accept x1, x4, or x8 adapters running at x1, x4, or x8 throughput, respectively.

13The x8/x4 slot can accept x1, x4, or x8 adapters running at x1, x4, or x4 throughput, respectively.

14The x4/x4 slot can accept x1 or x4 adapters running at x1 or x4 throughput, respectively.

15The x4/x1 slot can accept x1 or x4 adapters running at x1 throughput.

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X3200 M3 specifications

The IBM X3200 M3 is an enterprise-level server designed for small to medium-sized businesses looking for a reliable and powerful solution for their computing needs. This server boasts a blend of robust features, advanced technologies, and exceptional characteristics that make it a preferred choice for various applications, including file and print services, data storage, and web hosting.

At the heart of the IBM X3200 M3 is the Intel Xeon processor, which offers exceptional performance due to its multi-core architecture. This allows the server to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, making it suitable for demanding workloads. The X3200 M3 supports up to two processors, enhancing its scalability and making it possible for businesses to grow without needing to invest in a completely new server.

One of the standout features of the X3200 M3 is its memory capacity. It can support up to 32GB of DDR3 RAM, providing enough bandwidth to ensure smooth operation under heavy loads. The server also employs a dual-channel memory architecture, which improves data transfer rates and overall performance.

In terms of storage, the IBM X3200 M3 offers various configurations, supporting up to eight 3.5-inch hard drives. This flexibility allows businesses to choose between RAID configurations, enhancing data redundancy and performance. The server includes Hot-Swap capabilities, ensuring that drives can be replaced without downtime, which is crucial for mission-critical applications.

The built-in virtualization technology optimizes the server's performance by allowing multiple operating systems to run concurrently on a single physical machine. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses looking to minimize hardware costs while maximizing resource utilization.

Additionally, the IBM X3200 M3 comes equipped with comprehensive management tools, such as IBM Systems Director and IBM Predictive Failure Analysis. These tools provide IT administrators with insights into the server's health and performance, allowing for proactive management and troubleshooting.

Lastly, the X3200 M3 is designed with energy efficiency in mind, helping to reduce operational costs while still delivering reliable performance. This makes it an environmentally-friendly option for businesses aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.

In conclusion, the IBM X3200 M3 is a versatile and robust server solution that combines advanced processing power, increased memory capacity, flexible storage options, and effective management tools, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking for dependable computing performance.