!High degree of SCSI disk fault tolerance and advanced disk array management features through the use of RAID technology, if an optional RAID controller is installed in the BSU.

As application requirements increase, you can expand your server system with additional processors, additional memory, add-in boards and peripheral devices.

Your server system features the following major components:

!Up to four or eight high-performance Pentium III Xeon processors packaged in Single Edge Contact (S.E.C.) cartridges.

!Up to 16 GB of ECC SDRAM four way interleaved memory.

!Ten Hot-Plug PCI expansion slots that support eight 64 bit and two 32 bit PCI boards. The Hot-Plug PCI feature is useable only when Operating System support is available.

!Embedded PC-compatible support (serial, parallel, mouse, keyboard, diskette, IDE, USB, LAN, and video).

!Integrated onboard ATI RAGE IIC Super Video Graphics Array (SVGA) controller with 4 MB of video memory.

!Adaptec AIC7899 SCSI controller providing two channel Ultra 160/m SCSI interfaces.

!Integrated onboard Network Interface Controller (NIC), an Intel 82559 PCI LAN controller for 10 or 100 Mbps Ethernet networks with a RJ-45 Ethernet connector.

!Single Channel enhanced IDE controller.

!Chassis that holds up to 6 drives; two hot-swap bays for Ultra 160/m SCSI hard drives; three media bays with a CD-ROM installed; and a 3.5-inch bay with a diskette drive.

!Two hot-swap SCSI hard disk drive bays accessible from the front of the chassis. The drives can be swapped in or out of the system without powering down, if RAID is configured in the system.

!Eight hot-swap SCSI hard disk drive bays accessible from the front of the DEU. The drives can be swapped in or out of the system without powering down, if RAID is configured in the BSU.

!SCSI backplane is Ultra 160/m capable.

!Integrated dual Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports. Note that the USB ports do not support the keyboard or mouse.

!One standard power supply for a four CPU configuration. Two power supplies are standard for an eight CPU configuration. When an additional power supply is installed, both the standard and additional redundant power supplies become hot swappable.

!Hardware monitors (temperature, fans, and voltage) and software monitors to indicate failures.

!One power inter-lock switch for the front panel of the chassis.

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NEC 5800/180Ra-7 manual System Overview

5800/180Ra-7 specifications

The NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is a high-performance server model that represents a significant advancement in the realm of enterprise computing. Launched by NEC, a renowned leader in information technology, this server is designed for critical business applications and is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers.

At the heart of the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is its powerful computing architecture. It is equipped with a robust processor that offers multiple cores and threads, allowing for efficient multitasking and enhanced processing capabilities. This makes it suitable for heavy workloads, including database management, cloud computing, and virtualization services. The server's architecture ensures low latency and high throughput, enhancing the performance of applications running on it.

One of the standout features of the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 is its scalability. It supports a variety of configurations, enabling businesses to expand their resources as needed. This scalability is crucial for organizations that experience fluctuating demands or are in a growth phase, as it allows for easy upgrades without the need for a complete system overhaul.

In terms of memory and storage, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 comes with a flexible architecture that supports large amounts of RAM and multiple storage options, including SSDs and HDDs. This flexibility ensures that businesses can tailor their server’s memory and storage capacities to fit specific applications and workloads, leading to better performance and faster data access times.

The server also includes advanced redundancy features to ensure high availability. With multiple power supplies, cooling systems, and RAID configurations, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 minimizes downtime and ensures continuous operation, which is critical for mission-critical applications.

NEC has also integrated smart energy management technology into the 5800/180Ra-7. This technology helps reduce power consumption while maintaining optimal performance levels, making it a more environmentally friendly choice for data centers.

Furthermore, the server is built with security in mind. It includes various security features such as secure boot, TPM (Trusted Platform Module), and hardware-based encryption to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

In summary, the NEC 5800/180Ra-7 offers a combination of performance, scalability, energy efficiency, and security. With its advanced features and technologies, it serves as an ideal solution for enterprises looking to enhance their computing capabilities in today’s data-driven landscape. Its design caters to the evolving needs of businesses, making it a reliable choice for diverse applications across various industries.