Appendix B. Warranty information

This section contains information about your warranty period and the service and support that are provided by your warranty.

Warranty period

The warranty period varies by machine type and country or region.

Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information. Some IBM Machines are eligible for on-site warranty service depending on the country or region where service is performed.

Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem determination with an IBM service specialist call center technician.

A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM will provide warranty service without charge for:

1.parts and labor during the first year of the warranty period

2.parts only, on an exchange basis, in the second and third years of the warranty period. IBM will charge you for any labor it provides in performance of the repair or replacement.

The IBM Machine Warranties Web site at http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/ contains a worldwide overview of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for IBM Machines, a glossary of terms used in the Statement of Limited Warranty, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and links to Product Support Web pages. The IBM Statement of Limited Warranty is available from this Web site in 29 languages in Portable Document Format (PDF).

Machine - IBM Eserver xSeries 235 Type 8671

Country or region

Warranty period

Service delivery method

 

 

 

Japan

Parts - 3 years, labor - 1

On-site

 

year

 

 

 

 

Worldwide

3 years

On-site

 

 

 

Problem determination

Prior to on-site warranty service, you are required to go through problem determination with an IBM service specialist call center technician. The service specialist will run diagnostic tests on the hardware and check the software.

Running diagnostics

The IBM service specialist will help you determine whether your equipment is functioning as specified. It might be necessary to isolate the failing xSeries, Netfinity®, or IntelliStation system; IBM component; or both from any active production environment to run diagnostics and perform defect-isolation programs. You are responsible for making the system, IBM component, or both available for running diagnostics and defect-isolation programs.

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xSeries 235 specifications

The IBM xSeries 235 is a distinguished server model designed to cater to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, offering a blend of performance, scalability, and manageability. This versatile server is powered by Intel's Xeon processors, providing robust processing capabilities that can handle a variety of workloads efficiently.

One of the main features of the xSeries 235 is its dual-processor architecture, which allows for increased computational power. This configuration can support up to two Intel Xeon processors, making it well-suited for multitasking environments where performance is crucial. Additionally, it offers support for up to 8GB of RAM, enabling it to manage multiple applications simultaneously and ensure smooth operation under load.

In terms of storage, the xSeries 235 accommodates several hard drive configurations. It supports a mix of SCSI and SATA drives, allowing users to choose the storage solution that best meets their performance and capacity needs. The server’s RAID capabilities further enhance data protection and availability, offering Options such as RAID 0, 1, 1E, 5, and 10 for flexible and reliable storage management.

The xSeries 235 is built on IBM's Enterprise X-Architecture, which brings advanced features such as Hot-Swap drive bays and redundant power supplies. These features ensure higher reliability and uptime, making it a dependable choice for critical business applications. The server also incorporates built-in management tools through the IBM Director software, providing administrators with the ability to monitor, manage, and streamline server operations effectively.

Furthermore, the xSeries 235's compact 1U form factor facilitates easy deployment in data center environments with limited space. This space-efficient design does not compromise on performance, as it can still deliver significant computational resources without the bulk of traditional servers.

The server also emphasizes energy efficiency, aligning with the increasing demand for environmentally friendly technology solutions. It is designed to minimize power consumption while maintaining high performance, contributing to lower operational costs for businesses.

Overall, the IBM xSeries 235 stands out as a reliable and cost-effective server solution, ideal for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure without overshooting their budget. Its combination of processing power, storage flexibility, and enterprise-grade features encapsulates why it remains a preferred choice for many organizations.