System Board Set Features

The following subsections provide a description of the system board set features.

Pentium III Xeon Processor

Depending on system configuration, each system includes one to eight Pentium III Xeon processors. Each Pentium III Xeon processor is packaged in a Single Edge Contact Cartridge Version 2 (SECC2). The cartridge includes the processor core with an integrated 16 KB primary (L1) cache, a secondary (L2) cache (1MB or 2MB), thermal plate, and a cover. The processor implements the MMXtechnology and the processor’s numeric coprocessor significantly increases the speed of floating-point operations.

The processor external interface operates at a maximum of 100 MHz. The second-level cache is located on the substrate of the processor cartridge. The cache includes burst pipelined synchronous static RAM (BSRAM).

System Memory

The system board contains sixteen 168-pin DIMM sockets. Memory is partitioned as four groups of registered SDRAM DIMMs (PC100 compatible), each providing 72 bits of 4 way interleaved memory (64-bit main memory plus ECC). Your system may include from 256 MB to 16 GB of memory, using up to sixteen DIMMs. ECC generation/checking is provided for detection and correction of memory errors.

Note: Only use DIMMs approved for use in this server system.

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I/O Expansion Slots

The server's expansion capabilities meet the needs of file and application servers for high performance I/O by providing a combination of 32-bit and 64-bit PCI expansion slots.

The system I/O board has eight full-length 64-bit, 33 MHz PCI connector slots (see A in Figure 1-10) and two full-length 32-bit, 33 MHz PCI connector slots (see B in Figure 1-10). The PCI 64-bit connector slots PCI#32 and PCI#31 can also support bus speeds up to 66 MHz.

Note: The bus speed for the two 66 MHz PCI connector slots (PCI#32 or PCI#31) is decreased to 33 MHz, if a PCI card is installed into any one of the 64-bit PCI slots on that PCI bus.

PCI features:

!Bus speed up to 66 MHz (PCI#32 and PCI#31)

!Bus speed up to 33 MHz (all 64-bit and 32-bit PCI slots)

!32-bit memory addressing

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NEC 5800/180Ra-7 manual System Board Set Features, Pentium III Xeon Processor, System Memory, Expansion Slots

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.