IBM Canada Ltd. Hardware Announcement A , dated May 19, 2009

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1 , dated May 19, 2009 IBM System x3400 M2 servers feature fast Intel 1.86 GHz/4.8 GTS/4 MB 2C, or 2.0 GHz/4.8 GTS/4 MB, 2.26 GHz, 2.4 GHz, and 2.53 GHz/5.86 GTS/8 MB 4C Intel processors, delivering high performance Table of contents 1 At a glance 28 Publications 2 Overview 29 Services 3 Key prerequisites 30 Technical information 3 Planned availability date 38 IBM Electronic Services 4 Description 39 Terms and conditions 10 Product positioning 42 Prices 10 Product number 70 Order now At a glance The System x3400 M2 servers feature: Powerful 2C 1.86 GHz, 4C 2.0 GHz with 4 MB cache, and 2.26 GHz, 2.4 GHz, or 2.53 GHz 4C Intel Xeon processors with 8 MB cache 2 GB of 1333 MHz DDR3 ECC system memory 2, 96 GB maximum 2 Eight-port SAS/SATA RAID controller on hot-swap models System offers one 670-watt power supply Integrated Management Module Six PCI slots: five PCI-Express slots, and one PCI 32/33 MHz slot Eleven or seven drive bays: DVD-ROM 3, two HH bays for tape drive options, and eight SFF hot-swap HDDs or four simple-swap HDDs Up to 4.0 TB hot-swap SATA disk storage using 1 TB HDDs; or up to 2.4 TB using 300 GB SAS HDDs Integrated Broadcom 5709C Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet controller 5U tower industry-standard models, rack mount optional Six USB ports and one serial ports; one integrated system management; no mouse; no keyboard; and three RJ45 ports IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1

2 Overview With fixed power, hot-swap cooling fans, and greater systems management control, the System x3400 M2 servers feature: 4.8 GTS or 5.86 GTS Quickpath Interconnect (QPI) support Three hot-swap fans standard Five PCI-Express card slots (1 x16, 4 x8), one 32-bit/33 MHz card slot Integrated dual port Gigabit Ethernet with TCPIP Offload Engine (TOE) Hot-swap models with Standard PCI-Express ServeRAID-BR10i for RAID-0, -1, and -1E support Simple-swap/SATA models with SATA controller DDR3 ECC RDIMMs, combined with an integrated ECC memory controller in core logic, that correct many soft and hard single-bit memory errors 4, to minimize disruption of service to LAN clients Integrated Management Module (IMM) with an optional upgrade to Remote Presence function with IMM hardware key option Powered and scaled for needed business growth Powerful 2C 1.86 GHz, 4C 2.0 GHz with 4 MB cache, and 2.26 GHz, 2.4 GHz, or 2.53 GHz 4C Intel Xeon processors with 8 MB cache 1 2 GB of high-speed 1333 MHz ECC memory, 96 GB maximum 2 Broadcom 5709C dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and SAS/SATA support Eight SFF hot-swap drive bays, four 3.5-inch hot-swap or four simple-swap drive bays: up to 4.0 TB total capacity using 4 x 1 TB SATA 3.5-inch hot-swap HDD options; or up to 2.4 TB using 8 x 300 GB 2.5-inch SAS SFF slim-line HDDs; model dependent High availability for around-the-clock business demand Integrated management module and support for the IMM hardware key option Wake on LAN ECC memory to detect memory double-bit errors and correct memory single-bit errors Integrated memory mirroring Service and support perfected for needs of business tm ServerGuide, which includes utilities and drivers for assisted installation of popular network operating systems IBM Director, a powerful, highly integrated systems management software solution 5 IBM Server support and Web support Three-year, customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site 6 service, limited warranty 7, (7837 machine models only) or 6 7 One year, customer replaceable unit (CRU), on-site service, limited warranty, (7836 machine models only) Optional warranty service upgrades available 1 GHz and MHz denote the internal and/or external clock speed of the microprocessor only, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2

3 2 PC R-999 DDR3 memory. Twelve DIMM slots that enable you to deploy up to 96 GB of DDR3 SDRAM Registered DIMM memory, with 2, 4 GB memory standard (model dependent) - 8 GB DIMM optional (post system availability). 3 Actual playback speed varies and is often less than maximum. 4 When referring to HDD or tape backup capacity, GB stands for 1,000,000,000 bytes and TB stands for 1,000,000,000,000 bytes. User capacity may vary depending on operating environments. 5 Chipkill tm distributes information covered by error correcting code across separate memory chips. If any chip fails, the data can still be reconstructed from the remaining chips and the system can continue running. 6 Some programs may not be available in all countries. 7 With respect to on-site service, you may be asked certain diagnostic questions before a technician is sent. 8 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit This information is also available by calling or contacting your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request. 9 IBM makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding non-ibm products and services that are ServerProven, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These products are offered and warranted solely by third parties. 10 The Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment software, included as part of ServerGuide software, may be used for boot, diagnostic, setup, restoration, installation, configuration, test, or disaster recovery purposes only. The Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment software contains a security feature that will cause an end user customer's system to reboot without prior notification to the end user customer after 24 hours of continuous use of the Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment. During routine usage of ServerGuide, which does not usually require usage of the Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment software for such an extended time period, this condition should not occur. The information in IBM announcement letters is subject to change without notice; consult theibm Sales Manual or your IBM marketing representative or reseller, for the most current information regarding IBM products. Key prerequisites Monitor Keyboard (only in EMEA and Americas Group) Mouse (only in EMEA and Americas Group) Planned availability date IBM System x3400 M2 - June 15, 2009 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3

4 Description Related options Intel Xeon processor options Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C 1.86 GHz 4 MB Cache 800 MHz 80w (46D1350) Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C 2.00 GHz 4 MB Cache 800 MHz 80w (46D1351) Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C 2.26 GHz 8 MB Cache 1066 MHz 80w (46D1352) Intel Xeon Processor E5530 4C 2.4 GHz 8 MB Cache 1066 MHz 80w (46D1353) Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C 2.53GHz 8 MB Cache 1066 MHz 80w (46D1354) These processors are ideal for data-intensive applications that range from data mining to evolving Web services. Innovative technologies deliver processing speeds of 2.53 GHz, with performance headroom for unpredictable server workloads and escalating computing needs. Intel Xeon processors with 8 MB cache feature Intel NetBurst microarchitecture with Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), which increases overall throughput via a faster 1333 MHz system bus and enhanced level 2 cache. These enhancements add up to a faster response time. These processor options support SMP applications when installed in the second processor slot on all System x3400 M2 models with similar processors. IBM PC R DDR3 Chipkill Memory Option Kit IBM 1 GB (1Rx8) PC R-999 DDR3 Chipkill RDIMM 1333 MHz (44T1480) IBM 2 GB (2Rx8) PC R-999 DDR3 Chipkill RDIMM 1333 MHz (44T1481) IBM 2 GB (1Rx4) PC R-999 DDR3 Chipkill RDIMM 1333 MHz (44T1482) IBM 4 GB (2Rx4) PC R-999 DDR3 Chipkill RDIMM 1333 MHz (44T1483) Note: DDR3 ECC RDIMMs, combined with an integrated ECC memory controller, correct many soft and hard single-bit memory errors and minimize disruption of service to LAN clients. Chipkill distributes information covered by error correction coding across separate memory chips; so if any of the chips fail, the data can still be reconstructed from the remaining chips and the system can continue running. Increased processor performance coupled with DDR3 memory enables you to retrieve and process information faster and more efficiently. DDR memory executes twice the number of operations per cycle than traditional SDRAM memory, effectively doubling the data exchange rate between memory and processors. For additional information on CPUs and memory, refer to A , dated March 30, ServeRAID controllers supported ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller (provides RAID 0,1,1E, standard in hotswap models) (44E8689) ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA Controller (provides the advanced RAID levels) (43W4296) ServeRAID-MR10is VAULT SAS/SATA Controller (same as MR10i with addition of encryption technology) (44E8695) ServeRAID-MR10M SAS/SATA Controller (connection to external storage devices) (44E8825) Remote Presence IMM Upgrade with Royalty (46C7527) Features and benefits: Video compression hardware is built in, eliminating drivers. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4

5 Faster graphics support makes monitoring and control more efficient. Virtual CD enables you to configure and diagnose a server remotely without a visit from your IT staff. IMM supports Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). High-performance server subsystems System x3400 M2 servers are high-throughput, two-way, SMP-capable network servers with excellent performance scalability when you add memory and a second processor. They incorporate powerful Intel Xeon DP processors with QPI. These flipchip DP chipset 36D processors feature advanced transfer L2 caches integrated onto the processor core and run at the same clock speed as the processor core. Two processor connectors are standard on the system board to support installation of a second processor. High-speed, 1333 MHz DDR3 RDIMMs are optimized for 1333 MHz processor-to-memory subsystem performance. The System x3400 M2 servers use the Intel Tylersburg DP chipset 36D to maximize throughput from processor to memory, and system I/O buses. Standard x3400 M2 configurations Model Processor Cache Memory HDD Interface Mechanical x 1.86 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 1.86 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.0 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.0 Ghz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.26 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.26 GHZ/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.4 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.4 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.53 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 1.86 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 1.86 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.0 GHz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.0 Ghz/4.8 GTS 4 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.26 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.26 GHZ/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower x 2.4 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB S/S SATA Tower x 2.4 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SS SAS/SATA Tower x 2.53 GHz/5.86 GTS 8 MB 2 GB HS SFF SAS/SATA Tower Additional features: Ability to upgrade to two-way SMP processing by adding a second processor of the same speed and processor type. System board that contains twelve DIMM connectors supporting 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB DDR MHz SDRAMs (model dependent), 8 GB DIMM optional (post system availability). Up to 96 GB of system memory (with 8 GB memory DIMMs installed) High-speed, wide-bandwidth, PCI bus slots Slot 1 : PCIe2 x8 : PCI-E x8 slot with x8 lanes (Gen2, from IOH) support Slot 2 : PCIe2 x16 (8,1) : PCI-E x16 slot with x8 lanes (Gen2, from IOH) support Slot 3 : PCIe2 x8 (4,1) : PCI-E x8 slot with x4 lanes (Gen2, from IOH) support Slot 4 : PCIe2 x8 (4,1) : PCI-E x8 slot with x4 lanes (Gen2, from IOH) support Slot 5 : PCIe2 x8 : PCI-E x8 slot with x8 lanes (Gen2, from IOH) support Slot 6 : PCI-32 : PCI-32 slot with 32-bit/33MHz (from ICH-10) support Optional extender board supports 2-PCI-X or one PCI-E x4 slot Eight channel SAS/SATA RAID controller that supports high-speed internal storage solutions IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5

6 Single full-duplex, Gigabit Ethernet controller that speeds network communications to LAN clients The x3400 M2 subsystems are tuned to provide solid system throughput from processor, to memory, to bus, to disk-intensive I/O. These features, combined with SMP capability, make the System x3400 M2 servers an excellent choice for a standalone or clustered general-business application, file, and print server. High-availability and serviceability features One 670-watt power supply to support full configuration for robust highavailability applications Hot-swap HDD bays with SAS connectors or simple-swap HDD bays with native SATA controller SAS or SATA controller to support up to eight internal SAS or four SATA HDD devices DDR3 ECC RDIMMs, combined with an integrated ECC memory controller in core logic, to correct many soft and hard single-bit memory errors (using memory mirroring), while minimizing disruption of services to LAN clients Memory hardware scrubbing to correct many soft memory errors automatically without software intervention L2 cache processors to improve data integrity and help reduce downtime PFA on processors and memory to help alert the system administrator of an imminent component failure Integrated management module (IMM) that supports: Fan monitoring and control Power supply monitoring Temperature monitoring Voltage monitoring Power on/off, reset sequencing LED controls (diagnostics support) IPMI capability that allows you to accept commands and send status Remote firmware update Numeric error logging Information LED panel to give visual indications of system health Onboard diagnostics LED map that provides error codes, which are explained in the hardware maintenance manual Easy access to system board, adapter cards, processor, and memory CPU failure recovery in SMP configurations; generates alerts error logs Expandability and growth The System x3400 M2 server is a 5U tower configuration engineered to meet the compactness of a 5U rack drawer. SVGA video, SAS, and full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet are integrated on the system board. Features include: System memory expansion to 96 GB (with 8 GB memory DIMMs installed) Six adapter card slots: five PCI-Express, one 32-bit/33 MHz slot, Eleven drive bays: Eight 2.5-inch, or four 3.5-inch HDD, hot-swap drive bays; three 5.25 inch, halfhigh device bays Internal support for high performance (up to 15,000 rpm) for up to eight SAS/ SATA HDDs and a high-capacity tape backup device Up to 2.4 TB of internal data storage, using eight 300 GB SAS HDDs, or 4.0 TB using four 1 TB SATA hot-swap HDDs IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6

7 These servers can handle applications for today and expand for future growth. Systems management Integrated Management Module (IMM) The System x3400 M2 includes an Integrated Management Module (IMM) that provides industry standard Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0- compliant systems management. The IMM comes standard, and shares one of the two onboard Ethernet ports for access. The IMM can be accessed via software that is compatible with IPMI 2.0 (xcat, for example). Features and benefits: Monitoring: System voltages Battery voltage System temperatures Fan speed control. Fan tachometer monitor. Good Power signal monitor. System ID and planar version detection. System power and reset control. NMI detection (system interrupts). SMI detection and generation (system interrupts). Serial port text console redirection. System LED control (power, HDD, activity, alerts, and heartbeat). An embedded Web server gives you remote control from any standard Web browser. No additional software is on the remote administrator's workstation. For users who are accustomed to a command-line interface (CLI), the capability for the administrator to also use the CLI from a Telnet session, will help to perform some of the functions that can be performed from the Web server. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). Built-in LAN and serial connectivity that supports virtually any network infrastructure. Multiple alerting functions that warn systems administrators of potential problems through , IPMI PETs, and SNMP. In addition, you can purchase an optional remote presence hardware key for additional systems management function. IBM Director x3400 M2 servers feature IBM Director, a powerful, highly integrated systems management software solution built on industry standards and designed for ease of use. Exploit your existing enterprise or workgroup management environments and use rich security features to access and manage physically dispersed IT assets more efficiently over the Internet. Potentially reduces cost through: Reduced downtime Increased productivity of IT personnel and end users Reduced service and support costs IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 7

8 IBM Director provides integration into leading workgroup and enterprise systems management environments, via upward integration modules. The advanced management capabilities built into System x servers can be accessed from: Tivoli Enterprise and Tivoli NetView Computer Associates CA Unicenter TNG Framework NetIQ IMM Patrol Microsoft SMS Intel LANDesk Management Suite HP OpenView Network Node Manager IT administrators can view the hardware configuration of remote systems in detail and monitor the usage and performance of critical components, such as processors, HDDs, and memory. IBM Director includes IBM Director Extensions, a portfolio of server tools that integrate into the Director framework and work with the integrated systems management processor to access environmental system information. The processor supervises the operating system status and the following system components, and alerts the IT administrator to critical errors: Fan monitoring and control; fan status and fan presence are monitored. Fan speed is controlled and automatically increased to maintain system cooling if temperature thresholds are exceeded. An alert is generated if: Failure occurs or failure is predicted. Installation or removal occurs. Power supply condition changes for the power supply. CPU temperatures are monitored. An alert is generated if (preset) temperature warning thresholds are exceeded or restored and if critical temperature thresholds are exceeded. Soft and hard system shutdowns are automatically initiated if critical temperature thresholds are exceeded. CPU and power subsystem voltage thresholds are monitored. An alert is generated if over or under voltages occur. Diagnostics LEDs are illuminated in case of key component errors or failures, to enable quick local diagnostics and servicing. The integrated management module supports upgrading to the optionally available remote presence hardware key for full, out-of-band remote management. The IT administrator has comprehensive, virtual on-site control of System x servers and can remotely: Access the server almost regardless of the status Review displayed detailed system and component information View server bootup during POST Browse and delete logs of events and errors Reset or power cycle the server Run diagnostics, SAS/SATA setup, and RAID setup during POST Monitor thresholds on server health including: Operating system load POST time-out Voltage Temperature IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 8

9 Alert critical server events proactively, including PFA on: Processors Memory Define automated actions, such as: Send or a page to an administrator Execute a command or program Pop up an error message to the Director console Monitor flash BIOS Monitor and graph the utilization of server resources, such as: Memory Processor HDDs Identify potential performance bottlenecks and react to prevent down time Monitor, manage, and configure RAID subsystems without taking them offline Integrated System x Adapter for iseries, when supported The System x3400 server is the newest server to be attached to an IBM i5 or iseries server. A new Integrated System x Adapter ( ) attaches an x3400 to connect to an i5 or iseries server. You can connect the iseries family of servers to provide virtual storage, virtual Ethernet, and tape sharing to an attached x3400 server. You can easily integrate security, backup, and operations of a Microsoft Windows and OS/400 environment. Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) This open industry specification defines a flexible and extensible hardware interface for the system board. Software designers use this specification to integrate power management features throughout a computer system, including hardware, the operating system, and application software. This integration enables Windows to determine which applications are active and handle all of the power management resources for computer subsystems and peripherals. World-class support tools and programs The System x3400 M2 server includes tools and programs designed to make ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM programs help you purchase servers, get them running, and keep them running. IBM can help your company maintain ownership of technology leadership network servers. Support is available by calling 800-IBM SERV ( ) in the U.S. and Canada for problem determination or placement of service calls for warranty. Warranty: Three years, customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site service, limited warranty; optional warranty service upgrades available. The ServerProven 8 program enables you to configure your server confidently with various devices and operating systems. This Web-based program provides compatibility information from actual testing of the System x3400 M2 server with various adapters and devices. The ServerGuide CD includes utilities and drivers for assisted installation of popular network operating systems. Also included is a Broadcom Ethernet CD. Electronic support on the Web provides additional support in an easy-to-use format. 8 IBM makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding non-ibm products and services that are ServerProven, including but not limited to implied warranties of IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 9

10 merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These products are offered and warranted solely by third parties. Product positioning The System x3400 M2 servers are positioned above the entry, one-way, x3200 M2 and below the four-way departmental tower x3500 M2. These servers contain additional fault tolerance through PCI-E, and support for PCI-X. They also feature enhanced systems-management control. As universal servers, they are offered in flexible tower models and can be rack-mounted using a tower-to-rack conversion kit (special bid only). With these servers, two segments will be combined into one departmental and mission-critical space. The System x3400 M2 servers form a compact 5U, twosocket, SMP-capable Xeon processor-based platform designed with integrated highavailability features for mainstream network server applications. These servers are ideal for clients who require up to two-socket 2.53 GHz/5.86 GTS processing power, significant memory, high availability, and large data-storage scalability. High-speed memory, 64-bit and 32-bit PCI buses, up to eight SAS/ SATA, hot-swap drive bays, or four SATA simple-swap drive bays and a device bay, for high-capacity tape drives, make these servers ideal for mainstream network computing. Product number Single Entity Offerings (SEOs) Description IBM System x3400 M2 IBM System x3400 M2 Option SEO SEO number U U U U U U U U U U U U U U U U U U Description SEO number Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C 1.86 GHz 4 MB Cache 800MHz 80w 46D1350 Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C 2.00 GHz 4 MB Cache 800MHz 80w 46D1351 Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C 2.26 GHz 8 MB Cache 1066MHz 80w 46D1352 Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C 2.53 GHz 8 MB Cache 1066MHz 80w 46D1354 The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM Systems 7836, 7837 machine type: IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 10

11 Description MT Model Feature 7836-AC AC AC " SATA Cable 7836 AC " SATA Cable 3.5" HS Filler Assembly 7836 AC " HS Filler Assembly NetXtreme II 1000 Express G Ethernet Adapter- PCIe 7836 AC NetXtreme II 1000 Express G Ethernet Adapter- PCIe Emulex 4GB FC Single-Port PCI-E HBA for IBM System x 7836 AC Emulex 4GB FC Single-Port PCI-E HBA for IBM System x Emulex 4GB FC Dual-Port PCI-E HBA for IBM System x 7836 AC Emulex 4GB FC Dual-Port PCI-E HBA for IBM System x EMEA Long Leadtime Configurations 7836 AC EMEA Long Leadtime Configurations Hungary CHW plant 9SH 7836 AC Hungary CHW plant 9SH Guad CHW plant 9KQ 7836 AC Guad CHW plant 9KQ ISTC CHW 9K AC ISTC CHW 9K2 RTP CHW 9NR 7836 AC RTP CHW 9NR Offload Manufacturing to Guadalajara HVEC 7836 AC Offload Manufacturing to Guadalajara HVEC Offload Manufacturing to RTP HVEC 7836 AC Offload Manufacturing to RTP HVEC Offload Manufacturing to ISTC 7836 AC Offload Manufacturing to ISTC Routing for AP Foxconn 7836 AC Routing for AP Foxconn Capacity Scheduling Service 7836 AC Capacity Scheduling Service Custom SLA Scheduling Service 7836 AC Custom SLA Scheduling Service NVIDIA Quadro FX1800 3D Graphics Card 7836 AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 11

12 NVIDIA Quadro FX1800 3D Graphics Card NVIDIA Quadro FX AC NVIDIA Quadro FX 580 Custom Asset Tagging - Standard 7836 AC Custom Asset Tagging - Standard Custom Asset Tagging - Enhanced 7836 AC Custom Asset Tagging - Enhanced Custom Image Load - Server 7836 AC Custom Image Load - Server Custom Media Shipgroup 7836 AC Custom Media Shipgroup Request for Global Trade Number (UPC or EAN) 7836 AC Request for Global Trade Number (UPC or EAN) Custom Software/Firmware Setting - Standard 7836 AC Custom Software/Firmware Setting - Standard Custom Software/Firmware Setting - Enhanced 7836 AC Custom Software/Firmware Setting - Enhanced Custom RAID Configuration 7836 AC Custom RAID Configuration Custom Labeling 7836 AC Custom Labeling Custom Palletization 7836 AC Custom Palletization Request for a new Vendor Logo Hardware 7836 AC Request for a new Vendor Logo Hardware Request for an existing IBM Feature 7836 AC Request for an existing IBM Feature Request for an existing Public RPQ 7836 AC Request for an existing Public RPQ RAID Configuration 7836 AC RAID Configuration Rack Installation >1U Component 7836 AC Rack Installation >1U Component Department of Defense UID Label 7836 AC Department of Defense UID Label Tower Packaging - WW 7836 AC Tower Packaging - WW IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 12

13 System Packaging - WW 7836 AC System Packaging - WW Fixed Power Base Mechanical, Tower Entry Models 7836 AC Fixed Power Base Mechanical, Tower Entry Models PRO/1000 PT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel 7836 AC PRO/1000 PT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel PRO/1000 PT Quad Port Server Adapter 7836 AC PRO/1000 PT Quad Port Server Adapter PRO/1000 PF Server Adapter 7836 AC PRO/1000 PF Server Adapter NetXtreme II 1000 Express Dual Port Ethernet Adapter 7836 AC NetXtreme II 1000 Express Dual Port Ethernet Adapter Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 01 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 02 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 03 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 04 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 05 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 06 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 07 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 08 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 09 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 10 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 11 Install in Rack AC Install in Rack 12 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 13

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19 Rack location U41 Rack location U AC Rack location U42 ServeRAID-MR10M SAS/SATA Controller 7836 AC ServeRAID-MR10M SAS/SATA Controller ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA Controller 7836 AC ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA Controller ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller 7836 AC ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller IBM 3Gb SAS HBA Controller v AC IBM 3Gb SAS HBA Controller v2 ServeRAID-MR10is VAULT SAS/SATA Controller 7836 AC ServeRAID-MR10is VAULT SAS/SATA Controller 1GB DDR Rx8 LP RDIMM 7836 AC GB DDR Rx8 LP RDIMM 2GB DDR Rx8 LP RDIMM 7836 AC GB DDR Rx8 LP RDIMM 2GB DDR Rx4 LP RDIMM 7836 AC GB DDR Rx4 LP RDIMM 4GB DDR Rx4 LP RDIMM 7836 AC GB DDR Rx4 LP RDIMM x3400 M2 SW GBM 7836 AC x3400 M2 SW GBM Metal drive rails 7836 AC Metal drive rails 2.5" HDD Filler Bezel 7836 AC " HDD Filler Bezel Half-High SATA DVD-ROM 7836 AC Half-High SATA DVD-ROM Half-High SATA Multi-Burner 7836 AC Half-High SATA Multi-Burner HS DASD EMC Filler 7836 AC HS DASD EMC Filler Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C (2.53GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C (2.53GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5530 4C (2.40GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 19

20 Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5530 4C (2.40GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 2.5" Hot Swap SAS kit 7836 AC " Hot Swap SAS kit PCI-E x4 Extender card A 7836 AC PCI-E x4 Extender card A PCI-X 133 Extender card B 7836 AC PCI-X 133 Extender card B SATA Simple Swap 7836 AC SATA Simple Swap 3.5" Hot Swap SAS/SATA kit 7836 AC " Hot Swap SAS/SATA kit DASD Cover 7836 AC DASD Cover HS DASD 2.5" EMC Filler (Tower) 7836 AC HS DASD 2.5" EMC Filler (Tower) 5U x 26D Tower to Rack Conversion Kit 7836 AC U x 26D Tower to Rack Conversion Kit Primary Control Panel, x3400 M2 Rack 7836 AC Primary Control Panel, x3400 M2 Rack 160GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 250GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 73GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS 7836 AC GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS 146GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS 7836 AC GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS 500GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 500GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 160GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 250GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II IBM DDS Gen 5 SATA Tape Drive 7836 AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 20

21 IBM DDS Gen 5 SATA Tape Drive IBM DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive 7836 AC IBM DDS Generation 6 USB Tape Drive NetXtreme II 10 GigE Express Fiber SR Adapter 7836 AC NetXtreme II 10 GigE Express Fiber SR Adapter IBM 73GB 15K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 73GB 15K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 750GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Hot-Swap SATA II 750GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 7836 AC GB 7200 RPM 3.5" Simple-Swap SATA II 300GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS 7836 AC GB 15K 3.5" Hot-Swap SAS IBM 146GB 15K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 146GB 15K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD IBM 146GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 146GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD IBM 1TB 7200 SATA 3.5'' HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 1TB 7200 SATA 3.5'' HS HDD IBM 73 GB 10K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 73 GB 10K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD IBM 146 GB 10K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 146 GB 10K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD IBM 73 GB 15K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 73 GB 15K SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD IBM 300GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD 7836 AC IBM 300GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF Slim-HS HDD Planar Base 7836 AC Planar Base IBM RDX 160GB Cartridge 7836 AC IBM RDX 160GB Cartridge IBM RDX 320GB Cartridge 7836 AC IBM RDX 320GB Cartridge IBM RDX 500GB Cartridge 7836 AC IBM RDX 500GB Cartridge IBM RDX Internal USB Dock 7836 AC IBM RDX Internal USB Dock IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 21

22 Smoked USB/Lightpath Panel, x3400 M AC Smoked USB/Lightpath Panel, x3400 M2 2.5" and 3.5" Combination Rack Filler 7836 AC " and 3.5" Combination Rack Filler 2.5" SFF Rack Filler (x8) 7836 AC " SFF Rack Filler (x8) 3.5" LFF Top/Bottom Rack Filler 7836 AC " LFF Top/Bottom Rack Filler ServeRAID-MR10i Li-Ion Battery 7836 AC ServeRAID-MR10i Li-Ion Battery IBM Virtual Media Key For Entry Systems 7836 AC IBM Virtual Media Key For Entry Systems 1.5m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable 7836 AC m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable Line cord - 4.3M, 10A/125V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) 7836 AC Line cord - 4.3M, 10A/125V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) 4.3m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable 7836 AC m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable 2.8m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable 7836 AC m, 10A/ V, C13 to IEC 320-C14 Rack Power Cable 2.8m, 10A/120V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord 7836 AC m, 10A/120V, C13 to NEMA 5-15P (US) Line Cord Intel Xeon Processor E5530 4C (2.40GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC Intel Xeon Processor E5530 4C (2.40GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C (2.26GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C (2.26GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C (2.00GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) 7836 AC Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C (2.00GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C (1.86GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) 7836 AC Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C (1.86GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 22

23 RAID 10 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 10 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs RAID 10 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 10 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs RAID 10 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 10 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 4 HDDs System Documentation and Software-US English 7836 AC System Documentation and Software-US English System Documentation and Software-French 7836 AC System Documentation and Software-French Optical Device Filler 7836 AC Optical Device Filler Grouped Product 7836 AC Grouped Product Customer Solution Center Services 7836 AC Customer Solution Center Services RAID 5 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 5 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 3 HDDs RAID 5 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 5 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs RAID 5 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 5 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs RAID 6 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 6 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 4 HDDs RAID 6 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 6 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs RAID 6 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 6 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 4 HDDs IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 23

24 No HDD Selected 7836 AC No HDD Selected Consolidate Shipment 7836 AC Consolidate Shipment e1350 Solution Component 7836 AC e1350 Solution Component Compute Node 7836 AC Compute Node Management Node 7836 AC Management Node Storage Node 7836 AC Storage Node TAA Compliant Order 7836 AC TAA Compliant Order General Racking Solution 7836 AC General Racking Solution No SATA HDD Selected 7836 AC No SATA HDD Selected No 2.5" SAS HDD Selected 7836 AC No 2.5" SAS HDD Selected No 3.5" SAS HDD Selected 7836 AC No 3.5" SAS HDD Selected No Pointing Device Selected 7836 AC No Pointing Device Selected No Keyboard Selected 7836 AC No Keyboard Selected No Publications Selected 7836 AC No Publications Selected RAID 0 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 0 - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 2 HDDs RAID 1 - Primary Array (SATA) - 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1 - Primary Array (SATA) - 2 HDDs RAID 1E - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1E - Primary Array (SATA) - minimum of 3 HDDs RAID 0 - Secondary Array (SATA) - minimum of 2 HDDs 7836 AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 24

25 RAID 0 - Secondary Array (SATA) - minimum of 2 HDDs RAID 1 - Secondary Array (SATA) - 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1 - Secondary Array (SATA) - 2 HDDs RAID 0 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 0 - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 2 HDDs RAID 1 - Primary Array (SAS) - 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1 - Primary Array (SAS) - 2 HDDs RAID 1E - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1E - Primary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs RAID 0 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 0 - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 2 HDDs RAID 1 - Secondary Array (SAS) - 2 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1 - Secondary Array (SAS) - 2 HDDs RAID 1E - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs 7836 AC RAID 1E - Secondary Array (SAS) - minimum of 3 HDDs IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - French Canadian 058 French 7836 AC IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - French Canadian 058 French IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - US English 103P 7836 AC IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - US English 103P IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - French Canadian 445 Multilingual 7836 AC IBM Preferred Pro Keyboard USB - French Canadian 445 Multilingual IBM 2 Button Optical Wheel Mouse - Black - USB 7836 AC IBM 2 Button Optical Wheel Mouse - Black - USB IBM 3 Button Optical Mouse - Black - USB 7836 AC IBM 3 Button Optical Mouse - Black - USB Integrate in manufacturing 7836 AC Integrate in manufacturing Ship Uninstalled (Safety) 7836 AC Ship Uninstalled (Safety) Internal SATA RAID - Cabled and Setup by IBM 7836 AC Internal SATA RAID - Cabled and Setup by IBM IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 25

26 Internal SATA RAID - Cabled only, Setup by Customer 7836 AC Internal SATA RAID - Cabled only, Setup by Customer No Internal RAID 7836 AC No Internal RAID Hot Spare 7836 AC Hot Spare Enable Memory Mirroring 7836 AC Enable Memory Mirroring Internal SAS RAID - Setup by IBM 7836 AC Internal SAS RAID - Setup by IBM Internal SAS RAID - Setup by Customer 7836 AC Internal SAS RAID - Setup by Customer Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 01 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 02 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 03 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 04 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 05 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 06 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 07 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 08 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 09 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 10 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 11 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 12 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 26

27 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 13 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 14 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 15 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 16 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 17 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 18 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 19 Storage Subsystem ID AC Storage Subsystem ID 20 Preload Specify 7836 AC Preload Specify Windows Specify Windows Specify 7837 Red Hat Specify 7836 AC Red Hat Specify SuSE Specify 7836 AC SuSE Specify Drop-in-the-Box Specify 7836 AC Drop-in-the-Box Specify No Preload Specify 7836 AC No Preload Specify Internal split SAS cable 7836 AC Internal split SAS cable 1 meter internal USB cable 7836 AC meter internal USB cable The following are features already announced for the 7836, 7837 machine type: Description MT Model Feature 7836-AC AC AC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C (2.53GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C (2.53GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C (1.86GHz 4MB IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 27

28 Cache 800MHz 80w) 7836 AC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C (1.86GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C (2.26GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 7836 AC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C (2.26GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C (2.00GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) 7836 AC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C (2.00GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) The following are features already announced for the 3331 machine type: Description MT Model Feature Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5540 4C (2.53GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 3331 HC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5502 2C (1.86GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) 3331 HC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5520 4C (2.26GHz 8MB Cache 1066MHz 80w) 3331 HC Addl Intel Xeon Processor E5504 4C (2.00GHz 4MB Cache 800MHz 80w) 3331 HC The following feature numbers are automatically added to the 5372-SWX HIPO order whenever one of the hardware system units is configured in an order. HIPO feature number Description AC1 Routing Code Routing Code AC1 Routing Code Routing Code Publications The following publications and CD-ROMs are shipped with the x3400 M2 servers: The System x3400 M2 Installation Guide contains an introduction to the computer, installation and setup, installing options, reference information, and problem determination. The installation guide has easy-to-use text and pictorials to enable you to quickly set up the System x3400 M2 server. The ServerGuide CD contains drivers to support the System x3400 M2 servers. In addition, it includes a set of easy-to-use utilities for assisted installation via CD of several popular network operating systems. A Publications CD and a Broadcom Ethernet Driver CD are included. IBM Director systems management software is included. Note: Software versions, features, and functions shipped with these systems may change as new releases become available or may be discontinued at any time. The x3400 M2 Installation Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual The IBM Systems Information Center provides you with a single information center where you can access product documentation for IBM systems hardware, operating systems, and server software. Through a consistent framework, you can efficiently find information and personalize your access. The IBM Systems Information Center is at IBM Publications Center Portal IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 28

29 The Publications Center is a worldwide central repository for IBM product publications and marketing material with a catalog of 70,000 items. Extensive search facilities are provided, as well as payment options via credit card. A large number of publications are available online in various file formats, which can currently be downloaded free of charge. Supplemental information and publications System x3400 M2 Installation Guide Documentation CD: Option Installation Guide Installation Guide User's Guide Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting Guide All of these publications are available at Displayable softcopy publications The product books are offered in displayable softcopy form. The displayable manuals are part of the basic machine-readable material at no charge. The files are shipped on the CD-ROM. Source file publications The product books are offered in source file form as a no charge feature. The source files are shipped on the same media type as the basic machine-readable material. These files can be used with the BookMaster and DCF-licensed programs to create unmodified printed copies of the manuals. The source files can also be used with the BookManager BUILD licensed program to create unmodified displayable softcopy manuals. Terms and conditions for use of the machine-readable files are shipped with the files. Services Global Technology Services IBM services include business consulting, outsourcing, hosting services, applications, and other technology management. These services help you learn about, plan, install, manage, or optimize your IT infrastructure to be an On Demand Business. They can help you integrate your highspeed networks, storage systems, application servers, wireless protocols, and an array of platforms, middleware, and communications software for IBM and many non-ibm offerings. IBM is your one-stop shop for IT support needs. For details on available services, contact your IBM representative or visit For details on available IBM Business Continuity and Recovery Services, contact your IBM representative or visit For details on education offerings related to specific products, visit IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 29