2 System Specifications

This chapter provides the system specifications for the HP Integrity rx3600 server. This chapter addresses the following topics:

“Server Specifications” (page 47)

“Dimensions and Values” (page 48)

“Grounding” (page 48)

“Electrical Specifications” (page 48)

“Physical and Environmental Specifications” (page 49)

Server Specifications

Table 2-1lists the server specifications for the HP Integrity rx3600.

Table 2-1 Server Specifications

Component

 

Specification

 

rx3600 with PCI/PCI-X IOBP

rx3600 with PCI/PCI-X/PCIe IOBP

Processors

One or two Itanium dual-core processors:

 

1.4 GHz/12 MB cache

1.6 GHz/18 MB cache

1.42 GHz/12 MB cache

1.67 GHz/24 MB cache

Memory

8-DIMM memory carrier or 24-DIMM memory carrier

 

Supported DDR2 DIMM sizes:

 

 

512 MB

 

 

1 GB

 

 

2 GB

 

 

4 GB

 

Disk drives

One to eight hot-pluggable SAS hard drives.

PCI slots

 

 

Two private PCI-X 66 MHz slots.

 

Eight public PCI-X slots:

Eight Public slots:

 

Four PCI-X slots, 66 MHz

• Two PCI-X slots, 66 MHz

 

Two PCI-X slots, 133 MHz

• Two PCI-X slots 133 MHz

 

Two PCI-X2 slots, 266 MHz

• Four PCIe, x8

SAS core I/O

Eight port SAS core I/O card (PCI-X)

Options

Eight port SAS core I/O card with RAID

 

 

(PCI-X)

Eight port SAS core I/O card (PCI-X)

Eight port SAS core I/O card with RAID (PCI-X)

Eight port SAS core I/O card with RAID (PCIe)

Eight port SAS core I/O card with RAID able to connect to external storage (PCIe)

LAN core I/O

Two GigE LAN ports.

Management

Two serial ports, two USB 2.0 ports, one 10 Base-T/100 Base-T LAN port, and one optional VGA

core I/O

port.

Optical device

One DVD or DVD+RW drive

Power supply

One 1200 watt power supply, 1+1 redundancy with second power supply.

Server Specifications

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INTEGRITY RX3600 specifications

The HP Integrity RX3600 is a high-performance server designed to address the demanding needs of enterprises that require robust computing capabilities, reliability, and scalability. Part of the HP Integrity server family, the RX3600 is built on the Itanium architecture, which is known for its exceptional processing power and advanced features that support mission-critical applications.

One of the main features of the RX3600 is its capability to handle multiple workloads with ease. The server supports up to 64 GB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and enhanced performance in data-intensive environments. Its modular design also enables organizations to scale up their systems by adding additional memory or processors as needed, making it a flexible choice for growing businesses.

The RX3600 is equipped with HP's Integrity Virtual Machines (VMs), which provide virtualization capabilities that allow businesses to run multiple operating systems and applications on a single physical server. This not only maximizes resource utilization but also simplifies management by reducing the number of physical servers required in the data center.

Another significant characteristic of the RX3600 is its advanced reliability features. The server is designed with fault-tolerant components, including redundant power supplies and cooling systems. This ensures that the server remains operational even in the event of hardware failures. Additionally, HP's Error Correction Code (ECC) memory helps detect and correct data corruption, further enhancing the system's reliability.

For security, the HP Integrity RX3600 includes built-in features such as Secure Boot, which ensures that the server boots using only trusted firmware and software. This protects against unauthorized changes and vulnerabilities that could compromise data integrity.

In terms of connectivity, the RX3600 offers multiple I/O options, including advanced networking capabilities that support high-speed data transfer and improved bandwidth. This is critical for organizations that rely on data-intensive applications and need to maintain seamless connectivity.

Furthermore, the server supports a range of operating systems, including HP-UX and Linux, making it adaptable to various enterprise environments. Its robust performance, reliability, and scalability make the HP Integrity RX3600 an ideal choice for businesses looking to optimize their IT infrastructure and support their critical workloads with confidence.