Table 2 summarizes the features of the server system.

Table 2. Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System

SR2500ALBRP Feature Summary

Feature

Description

 

 

Dimensions

3.44 inches (87.30 mm) high

 

16.93 inches (430 mm) wide

 

27.75 inches (704.8 mm) deep

 

65 pounds (29.5 kg) - max chassis weight

 

 

Server Board

Intel® Server Board S5000PAL

 

 

Processor

See the Intel® Server Board S5000PAL/S5000XAL Technical

 

Product Specification for information on processor support.

 

 

Memory

Eight DIMM slots supporting stacked DDR2 533/667 MHz

 

FBDIMM memory

 

Support for up to 32 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz FBDIMM memory

 

 

Chipset

Intel® 5000P chipset, consisting of:

 

Intel® 5000P Memory Controller Hub (MCH)

 

Intel® 6321ESB I/O Controller Hub

Peripheral Interfaces

External connections:

 

Stacked PS/2* ports for keyboard and mouse

 

RJ45 Serial B port

 

Two RJ45 NIC connectors for 10/100/1000 Mb connections

 

Two USB 2.0 ports

 

Internal connections:

 

One USB port header, which supports two USB 2.0 ports

 

One DH10 Serial A header

 

Six Serial ATA 150 connectors with integrated RAID 0/1

 

support

 

One ATA-100 44-pin connector for optical drive support

 

SSI-compliant 24-pin control panel header

 

SSI-compliant 24-pin main power connector, supporting the

 

ATX-12V standard on the first 20 pins

 

 

I/O Controll

National Semiconductor* PC87427 controller

 

 

Video

On-board ATI* ES1000 video controller with 16 MB DDR SDRAM

 

 

LAN

Intel® 82563EB dual port controller for 10/100/1000 Mbit/sec

 

Ethernet LAN connectivity

 

 

Expansion Capabilities

One low profile riser slot supporting 1U or 2U PCI Express*

 

riser cards

 

One full height riser slot supporting 1U or 2U PCI-X* and PCI

 

Express* riser cards

 

 

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Intel® Server System SR2500AL User’s Guide

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Intel SR2500AL manual Feature Description, See the Intel Server Board S5000PAL/S5000XAL Technical

SR2500AL specifications

The Intel SR2500AL is a high-performance server chassis designed to support a wide range of enterprise applications. Built on Intel's robust architecture, it aims to deliver exceptional efficiency, reliability, and flexibility, which are paramount in a modern data center environment.

One of the main features of the SR2500AL is its versatility in supporting various Intel server motherboards and processor configurations. The chassis can accommodate dual Intel Xeon processors, thereby enabling high levels of processing power suitable for multi-threaded applications. This dual-processor support is crucial for businesses that require high-performance computing capabilities for tasks such as data analytics, virtualization, and cloud computing.

The SR2500AL supports up to 16 DIMM slots, allowing for substantial memory capacity. This flexibility is crucial for applications that require a large amount of RAM to function efficiently, thereby minimizing bottlenecks and enhancing overall system performance. Furthermore, the chassis supports a wide variety of memory types, including ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which enhances system reliability by detecting and correcting common data corruption issues.

In terms of storage, the SR2500AL provides multiple drive bays that can support SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives, offering IT administrators the flexibility to configure their storage solutions according to their specific requirements. The server can be configured with both traditional spinning hard drives and solid-state drives, allowing for tailored performance and storage capacity that meets diverse business needs.

Cooling is another critical aspect of the SR2500AL's design. It features advanced thermal management technologies to maintain optimal operating temperatures, thus enhancing the longevity and reliability of the components housed within. The chassis includes multiple strategically placed fans and airflow optimization features that help in the efficient dissipation of heat.

Connectivity is also a strong point for the SR2500AL. It offers a variety of network interface options, enabling seamless data transfer and integration into existing network infrastructures. The chassis can support both Gigabit Ethernet and 10GbE (10 Gigabit Ethernet) networking options, ensuring that businesses can achieve the bandwidth required to maintain high-performance operations.

Overall, the Intel SR2500AL combines powerful processing capabilities, extensive memory support, flexible storage options, and advanced cooling solutions, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking to enhance their infrastructure. With its robust design and thoughtful features, the SR2500AL stands out as a reliable server solution in the demanding landscape of modern enterprise computing.