1Server System References

If you need more information about this product or information about the accessories that can be used with this server chassis, use the following resources.

Table 1. Server System References

For this information or

Use this Document or Software

software

 

 

 

For in-depth technical

Intel® Server Chassis SR1550 Technical Product Specification

information about the

Found at:

server chassis, including

 

sub-system overviews

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/chassis/

and mechanical drawings

SR1550/

 

 

For in-depth technical

Intel® Server Board S5000PAL Technical Product Specification

information about the

Found:

server board, including

 

board layout, connector

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

pin-outs, timing

 

information, mechanical

 

drawings and LED

 

information

 

 

 

For basic BIOS settings

Intel® 5000 Series Chipsets Server Board Family Datasheet

and chipset information

Found:

 

 

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

 

 

For in-depth BIOS

Intel® S5000 Server Board Family Server BIOS External Product

information

Specification

 

Found: available to order by contacting your Intel field

 

representative; Intel reference number 19953

 

 

For in-depth firmware

ESB2 Baseboard Management Controller Core External Product

information on the

Specification for the Intel® S5000 Server Board Family

Baseboard Management

Found: available to order by contacting your Intel field

Controller (BMC)

representative; Intel reference number 19692.

 

 

 

For in-depth information

Intel® I/O Acceleration Technology Improves Intel Server Platform

on Intel® I/O Acceleration

Network Performance, Reliability, and Efficiency whitepaper

Technology

Found: available from your Intel field representative

 

 

 

If you just received this

Intel® Integrated Server System SR1550AL Quick Start User's

product and need to

Guide

install it

Found: in the product box

 

 

 

For virtual system tours

A link to the SMaRT Tool is available under "Other Resources" at

and interactive repair

the right side of the screen at

information

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/chassis/

 

 

SR1550

 

 

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Intel SR1550ALSAS manual Server System References, For this information or Use this Document or Software

SR1550AL, SR1550ALSAS specifications

The Intel SR1550ALSAS and SR1550AL servers are designed to provide reliable and high-performing solutions for various enterprise applications. Built on Intel's robust architecture, these server systems cater to businesses seeking efficient data management, scalable infrastructure, and effective virtualization support.

One of the main features of the SR1550 series is its dual-socket capability, accommodating Intel Xeon processors, which deliver exceptional multi-threaded performance. This allows organizations to enhance processing power to handle demanding workloads effectively, such as databases, transactional applications, and virtualization tasks. The server can support a significant amount of RAM, typically up to 512 GB of DDR3 memory, ensuring ample resources for modern applications requiring substantial memory bandwidth.

The SR1550 model comes equipped with various storage options to support large data sets. With support for multiple SATA and SAS drives, users can configure the server to meet their performance needs, whether it is for fast access speeds or high-capacity storage requirements. Hot-swap drive bays improve maintenance efficiency, allowing administrators to replace drives without downtime.

In terms of connectivity, the SR1550 servers feature multiple Ethernet ports and expansion slots, providing flexibility for network configurations and the integration of additional components. The server supports PCIe slots for adding GPUs, RAID controllers, or additional network interfaces, enhancing versatility and performance for various use cases.

The SR1550 series also incorporates advanced management features to simplify administration. The Intel Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) allows remote monitoring and management, which is crucial for maintaining uptime and performing troubleshooting without physical access to the hardware.

Another significant characteristic is the design's attention to energy efficiency. Intel's architecture optimizes power consumption, and advanced cooling techniques ensure that the system operates under thermal thresholds, thus maximizing performance while managing energy usage effectively.

In summary, the Intel SR1550ALSAS and SR1550AL servers combine a powerful processor architecture, scalability, extensive storage options, comprehensive management features, and energy efficiency. These characteristics make them suitable for diverse applications, ensuring that businesses can meet their performance and reliability needs in an ever-evolving IT landscape.