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

2.5-inch Hot-Swap SAS (3 Gbps or 6Gbps)

•15,000 RPMs — 73.4 or 146.8GB (1.17TB maximum)

•10,000 RPMs —146.8 or 300GB (2.4TB)

•7,200 RPMs —500GB (4TB)

3.5-inch Hot-Swap SATA

•10,000 RPMs — 250, 500 or 750GB (3TB maximum)

•7,200 RPMs — 1TB (4.0TB)

3.5-inch Simple-Swap SATA

•10,000 RPMs — 250, 500 or 750GB (3TB maximum)

•7,200 RPMs — 1TB (4.0TB)

Notes: Enterprise-class 500GB or higher SATA drives offer increased reliability compared to lower- capacity SATA drives. Simple-swap SATA drives are not hot-swappable (the system must first be powered off); however, no tools or jumpers are required for installation and removal, allowing for faster, simpler servicing than fixed drives. Hot-swap SAS drives use the Converged Tray for interchangeability with other IBM System x® systems.

If you need more storage space, terabyte capacities are possible with external direct-attach, NAS, and

SAN solutions.

Drive Bays

Some x3200 M3 models (3.5-inch HDD models) contain 7 drive bays, while others (2.5-inch HDD models for CTO, via special bid) provide 11 drive bays. All models offer two 5.25-inchbays, one 3.5- inch floppy drive bay, and either four 3.5-inch HDD bays or eight 2.5-inch HDD bays (via CTO). Some models support up to four hot-swap SAS/SATA or simple-swap SATA drives; other models support up to four simple-swap SATA drives.

An optical drive with a SATA interface ships standard in one 5.25-inch bay. The other 5.25-inch bay supports one of several backup options: a half-high tape drive, a DVD-ROMdrive, or an RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System. An internal USB port is provided standard for use with a tape drive or USB key with embedded hypervisor. An external USB floppy drive may be used, if needed.

Hot-swap and simple-swap drives may be inserted or removed through the front of the server. Hot-swapdrives do not require powering off the system. Simple-swapSATA drives do require powering off the system first; however, no tools or jumpers are required for installation and removal, allowing for faster, simpler servicing than fixed drives.

For still more storage, a direct-attach, iSCSI, or SAN external expansion option can be added, using an optional controller.

Disk/Tape Controllers

Hot-swap x3200 M3 models include an integrated ServeRAID-BR10il SAS/SATA Controller V2 that offers hardware RAID-0/1support in a dedicated x4 PCIe slot. The controller supports up to four 3.5- inch or eight 2.5-inchinternal SAS LVD (low-voltage differential) hot-swapdrives, and provides data transfer speeds of up to 300MB per second6 in each direction (full-duplex) for SAS drives, for an aggregate speed of 600MBps, nearly double that of Ultra320 SCSI’s 320MBps (half-duplex) bandwidth. The serial design of the SAS bus allows maximum performance to be maintained as additional drives are added. This controller also supports up to four Serial ATA (SATA) drives at 300MBps (half- duplex).

Simple-swap models include a SATA controller, integrated into the Intel chipset. The controller, supports up to four internal simple-swapLVD SATA II drives at the same 300MBps (half-duplex) throughput. A dedicated SATA port is available for use with an internal tape drive. The optional ServeRAID-BR10ilcontroller can be added for RAID-0/1/1Esupport.

An optional ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA Controller can be added to all models for RAID-10/5/6 support, as well as optional battery backup with 256MB of cache memory. The controller provides data transfer speeds of up to 3Gbps7 per SAS port on an 8-lane 2.5 Gbps PCIe card.

The x3200 M3 also supports hardware-based full-disk encryption with RAID-0/1/10/5/50/6/60support using the optional ServeRAID-MR10is Vault card. Other supported SAS/SATA RAID controllers include the IBM ServeRAID-M1015(x8 PCIe, RAID-0/1/10), IBM ServeRAID-M5014(x8 PCIe, 256MB cache, battery backup, RAID-0/1/10/5/50), IBM ServeRAID-M5015(x8 PCIe, 512MB cache, battery backup, RAID-0/1/10/5/50) and the IBM ServeRAID-M5025(x8 PCIe, 512MB cache, battery backup, RAID- 0/1/10/5/50, supports up to 9 external IBM System Storage EXP3000 expansion units). The IBM ServeRAID M1000 Advance Feature Key adds RAID-5 and Self-Encrypting Disk (SED) support to the ServeRAID-M1015.

6Data transfer rates depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible.

7 Data transfer rates depend on many factors and are often less than the maximum possible.

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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.
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