IBM X3100 M3 Extensive System Support Features, Advanced Systems Management Capabilities

Outstanding value in a high-performance single-socket tower server

capable of achieving this rate.) Two ports are provided on the front of the server and four on the back. In addition, two internal ports are available to support a USB tape drive, RDX Removable Disk Cartridge drive, or USB flash drive containing a hypervisor.

• Toolless chassis — The cover can be opened without tools and many components can be added, removed, and replaced without tools, including DIMMs, the processor, the optical drive and PCIe adapters. This can save significant servicing time.

Extensive System Support Features

The IBM services and technical support portfolio provides world-class, consistent, high-quality service and support. The x3100 M3 server offers a number of tools and services designed to make ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM programs make it easier for you to plan for, configure and purchase System x or xSeries servers, get them running and keep them running long-term. These features include IBM ServerProven® and extensive technical support offerings.

The IBM ServerProven program provides the confidence that specific options and operating systems have been tested on the server and are officially supported to work together. It is updated frequently to ensure that the latest compatibility information is always at your customers’ fingertips.

IBM offers extensive technical support by phone and via the Web. Support options include links to forums/newsgroups, problem submission, online shopping support, service offerings, device drivers for all IBM product lines, software downloads and even upcoming technical seminar worldwide schedules and registration. Also available are remote installation, configuration and usage support for System x and xSeries hardware and software, as well as onsite custom services to provide the level of expertise you require.

IBM Maintenance and Technical Support solutions can help you get the most out of your IT investment by reducing support costs, increasing availability and simplifying management with integrated support for your multiproduct, multivendor hardware and software environment. For more information on hardware maintenance, software support, solution support and managed support, visit http://ibm.com/services/maintenance.

Advanced Systems Management Capabilities

The x3100 M3 has a high level of systems management capabilities that are well-suited to remote locations as well as to stand-alone environments. Features include the Automatic Server Restart, Predictive Failure Analysis, Wake on LAN support, and PXE support.

Automatic Server Restart (ASR) helps reduce downtime by restarting the server automatically in the event of a system lockup. ASR technology is a combination of hardware circuitry tied into the server’s system reset function and a device driver. As long as the server continues running, the ASR watchdog timer will keep being reset, but if the operating system crashes or the hardware freezes somehow the ASR software will be unable to reset the hardware timer. If the timer is not reset within five minutes, it automatically triggers the ASR hardware, which immediately restarts the server (and logs an ASR event). These features are designed so that no more than five minutes can pass before the server is restarted.

Wake on LAN permits the server to be remotely powered on if it has been shut off. Once powered up, the server can be controlled across the network, using the Preboot Execution Environment (PXE).

Like Wake on LAN, PXE is system firmware. It enables software to take control of a system before the BIOS, operating system or applications are loaded (using Wake on LAN/PXE) and lets an administrator perform many low-level tasks remotely that would otherwise require a visit to each system. These tasks may include such things as formatting a hard disk drive, updating system firmware, or deploying a Windows or Linux operating system.

Key Options	IBM options for System x servers help you take your servers to a
	higher level
	You can rely on System x options to supply a complete solution for your business needs. Options
	help create an optimized server system to meet your data protection, storage and availability
	needs. Every IBM option is designed and tested for peak performance and flexibility, helping to
	maximize your return on investment. The combination of System x servers and options lets you
	keep your fingers on the pulse of your e-business.
	Memory — Memory is a significant factor in systems application performance. Adding more
	memory to a System x server is one of the most effective ways to increase application
	performance. For best performance in a server with a quad-core processor, there should be twice
	as much memory available as for a dual-core processor. The x3100 M3 provides two-way
	interleaving.
	Hard Disk Drives — IBM hard disk drives help you improve the transaction and cost
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