Four USB 2.0-compliant connectors (two on the front and two on the back) capable of external support for a diskette drive, a CD-ROM drive, a keyboard, a mouse, or a USB flash drive.

Optional remote access controller (Dell Remote Assistant Card or RAC) for remote systems management.

An integrated VGA-compatible video subsystem with an ATI ES1000,

33-MHz PCI video controller. This video subsystem contains a minimum of 16MB of graphics memory with support for 2D graphics. Maximum resolution is 1600x1200 with 65,536 colors; true-color graphics are supported in the following resolutions: 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024. When the optional RAC is installed, the maximum video resolution is 1280x1024.

Systems management circuitry that monitors operation of the system fans as well as critical system voltages and temperatures. The systems management circuitry works in conjunction with the systems management software.

Back-panel connectors include serial, video, two USB connectors, and four NIC connectors.

Front-panel connectors include a video and two USB connectors.

Front-panel 1x5 LCD for system ID and error messaging.

For more information about specific features, see “Technical Specifications” on page 11.

Supported Operating Systems

Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 with SP2

Red Hat® Enterprise Linux4 (version 4.5)

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server 5

SUSE® Linux Enterprise Server 9 (x86_64)

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (x86_64)

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NX182 specifications

The Dell NX182 is a sophisticated and robust server primarily designed for small to medium-sized enterprises looking to enhance their IT infrastructure. Combining performance, reliability, and scalability, the NX182 serves as a valuable asset for businesses aiming to optimize their workloads and applications.

One of the standout features of the Dell NX182 is its processing power. It is equipped with the latest Intel Xeon processors, offering multiple cores that boost performance and ensure seamless multitasking. The server can handle demanding workloads, making it suitable for various applications, from virtualization to high-performance computing.

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Networking capabilities are robust, with multiple Ethernet ports that provide redundancy and improved data throughput. The server is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing networks, offering various connectivity options, including support for 10GbE networking. This ensures that data can be shared quickly across systems and locations.

Security features are built-in to protect sensitive data. The Dell NX182 includes hardware-based security options and supports various software solutions, ensuring that businesses can safeguard their critical information against threats.

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