IBM System Cluster 1350 features an enhanced network portfolio and new System x servers, System Storage devices, and BladeCenter servers

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1 IBM United States Announcement , dated June 3, 2008 IBM System Cluster 1350 features an enhanced network portfolio and new System x servers, System Storage devices, and BladeCenter servers Description...4 Product positioning Reference information Additional information Education support...15 Services...15 Technical information...16 Terms and conditions Prices...22 Order now...24 At a glance The System Cluster 1350 is built on: Rack-optimized and blade-based servers from IBM Industry-leading interconnects Robust cluster-management software IBM service Easy-to-order, robust factory-built configurations are supported by IBM. For ordering, contact: Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001 Overview The latest enhancement to the Cluster 1350 portfolio combines IBM servers with industry-leading hardware, clustering software, and services. Hardware includes: Introduction of Blade Network Technologies (BNT) Switch portfolio BNT RackSwitch G8000R 48-port Switch BNT RackSwitch G8100R 24-port 10 GbE Switch Expansion of Cisco Ethernet and InfiniBand offering Cisco 7012D/7024D DDR SFM (without Management ) Cisco HPC-E 2960G 48-port Ethernet Switch Cisco HPC-E port Ethernet Switch Cisco HPC-E 6503-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure Cisco HPC-E 6509-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure Cisco HPC-E Supervisor 32 Cisco HPC-E Supervisor 720 Cisco HPC-E X6148A 48-port GbE Line Card Cisco HPC-E X6704 DFC3C 4-port 10GbE Line Card Cisco HPC-E X6708 DFC3C 8-port 10GbE Line Card Cisco HPC-E X6748 DFC3C 48-port 10GbE Line Card Cisco SFS 7012D 144-port DDR IB Switch IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1

2 Cisco SFS 7024D 288-port DDR IB Switch Expansion of the Force10 Ethernet switch offering Force10 C150 Ethernet Switch Force10 C300 Ethernet Switch Force10 S2410CP 24-port 10 Gb Switch Force10 C150/300 4-port 10Gb Ethernet Line Card Force10 C150/ port Gb Ethernet Line Card Force10 C150/300 8-port 10Gb Ethernet Line Card Force10 C150/300 Switch Fabric and Route Processor Module Expansion of the Voltaire InfiniBand switch offering Voltaire 2004 InfiniBand Switch Voltaire 2012 InfiniBand Switch Voltaire 9024D 24-port Externally Managed DDR IB Switch Voltaire sfb-2004 Switch Fabric Board Voltaire sfb-2012 Switch Fabric Board Voltaire slb port 4X DDR InfiniBand Line Board Voltaire smb-hm Hi-Memory Management Board Introduction of QLogic InfiniBand Switch portfolio QLogic 9024CU Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand Switch QLogic 9024FC Externally Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand Switch QLogic 9024FC Externally Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand Switch for idpx QLogic port DDR InfiniBand Fabric Director Switch QLogic port DDR InfiniBand Fabric Director Switch QLogic port DDR InfiniBand Fabric Director Switch QLogic 9XXX DDR Spine Module Managed QLogic 9XXX DDR Spine Module Unmanaged QLogic 9XXX 12-port 4X DDR InfiniBand Switch Leaf Module Introduction of Mellanox Host Channel Adapters (HCAs) and IB cables Mellanox ConnectX Dual-Port 4X DDR IB PCI-E 2.0 x8 5.0/GT/s HCA Mellanox Single-Port 4X DDR IB PCI-E x8 HCA Mellanox 1, 3, 5, and 8m copper cables for 4X IB and 10 GbE Introduction of Intel Connects 3, 10, and 30 m optical cables Notes 1. You may be asked certain diagnostic questions before a technician is sent. 2. For information on IBM's Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request. Key prerequisites Supported operating system Device drivers, as required IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2

3 Planned availability dates Part Availability Description number date BNT RackSwitch G8000R 48-port GbE Switch June 3, 2008 BNT RackSwitch G8100R 24-port 10GbE Switch June 3, 2008 Cisco 7012D/7024D DDR SFM -- without Management June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E 2960G 48-port Ethernet Switch June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E port Ethernet Switch June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E 6503-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E 6509-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E Supervisor June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E Supervisor June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E X6148A 48-port GbE Line Card June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E X6704 DFC3C 4-port 10GbE Line Card June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E X6708 DFC3C 8-port 10GbE Line Card June 3, 2008 Cisco HPC-E X6748 DFC3C 48-port GbE Line Card June 3, 2008 Cisco SFS 7012D 144-port DDR IB Switch June 3, 2008 Cisco SFS 7024D 288-port DDR IB Switch June 3, 2008 Force10 C150 Ethernet Switch June 3, 2008 Force10 C300 Ethernet Switch June 3, 2008 Force10 S2410CP 24-port 10GbE Switch June 3, 2008 Force10 C150/C300 4-port 10Gb Ethernet Line Card June 3, 2008 Force10 C150/C port Gb Ethernet Line Card June 3, 2008 Force10 C150/C300 8-port 10Gb Ethernet Line Card June 3, 2008 Force10 C150/C300 Sw Fabric and Route Proc Module June 3, 2008 Voltaire 2004 InfiniBand Switch June 3, 2008 Voltaire 2012 InfiniBand Switch June 3, 2008 Voltaire 9024D 24-port Ext Managed DDR IB Switch June 3, 2008 Voltaire sfb-2004 Switch Fabric Board June 3, 2008 Voltaire sfb-2012 Switch Fabric Board June 3, 2008 Voltaire slb port 4X DDR IB Line Card June 3, 2008 Voltaire smb-hm Hi-Memory Management Board June 3, 2008 Option part Availability Description number date 10m Intel Connects Optical Cable 46D0156 June 3, m Intel Connects Optical Cable 46D0159 June 3, m Intel Connects Optical Cable 46D0153 June 3, m Mellanox Copper Cable for 4X IB and 10GbE 46D0162 June 3, m Mellanox Copper Cable for 4X IB and 10GbE 46D0166 June 3, m Mellanox Copper Cable for 4X IB and 10GbE 46D0170 June 3, m Mellanox Copper Cable for 4X IB and 10GbE 46D0174 June 3, 2008 BNT RackSwitch G8000 Dual-port CX4 XGE Uplink 46C3421 June 3, 2008 Module BNT RackSwitch G8000 Dual-port SFP+ XGE Uplink 46C3417 June 3, 2008 Module BNT SFP+ Transceiver 46C3447 June 3, 2008 Force10 C150/C w Power Supply 46C4971 June 3, 2008 Force10 S50N 2-port CX4-based 10Gb Uplink Module 46C3433 June 3, 2008 Force10 XFP-to-CX4 Transceiver 46C5043 June 3, 2008 Mellanox ConnectX Dual-Port 4X DDR IB PCI-E R8728 June 3, 2008 x8 5.0/GT/s HCA Mellanox Single-Port 4X DDR IB PCI-E x8 HCA 44R9976 June 3, 2008 IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3

4 QLogic 9024CU Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand July 25, 2008 Switch QLogic 9024FC Ext Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand July 25, 2008 Switch QLogic 9024FC Ext Managed 24-port DDR InfiniBand July 25, 2008 Switch for idpx QLogic port DDR IB Switch July 25, 2008 QLogic port DDR IB Switch July 25, 2008 QLogic port DDR IB Switch July 25, 2008 QLogic 9XXX DDR Spine Module -- Unmanaged July 25, 2008 QLogic 9XXX DDR Spine Module -- Managed July 25, 2008 QLogic 9XXX 12-port 4X DDR InfiniBand Leaf July 25, 2008 Switch Module QLogic 9XXX Hot-swap Power Supply for Fabric 46D0241 July 25, 2008 Director Switches Description Computing applications or environments often have more requirements than an individual computer or server can address. These requirements may be best addressed by several computers working together. A cluster is a group of interconnected individual computers, working together on a single problem, or consolidating workloads from multiple servers. Although these computers can operate individually, they are managed from a single point of control using cluster management software. The Cluster 1350 offering, a high-performance scalable cluster, is built on: Intel Xeon processors IBM POWER5 processors IBM Cell Broadband Engine AMD Opteron processor-based, rack-optimized, and blade-based servers The Cluster 1350 supports Microsoft Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 10 (64-bit), and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (64-bit). All hardware components are configured and integrated into racks in the factory prior to shipment. You must obtain the prerequisite version of the Linux operating system and device drivers as specified by IBM. Either you or a qualified IBM Business Partner can install the required software. You can use the optional installation services to have IBM install the operating system, device drivers, and General Parallel File Systems (GPFS ). IBM provides a single point of contact for service of all announced cluster hardware components and IBM software during the applicable warranty period. This System 1350 warranty support does not include support for the software. Software service and support can be purchased separately through an optional IBM Support Line service. Additional enhancements For a listing of hardware components, refer to the Overview section. New OEM technology and hardware The System Cluster 1350 includes an expanded array of hardware from other vendors along with new features to help boost productivity for data centers. Blade Network Technologies RackSwitch G8000 This cost-optimized Ethernet switch is designed specifically for the data center. With cooling-optimized directional airflow, 48 Gb Ethernet ports, and up to four 10 Gb Ethernet ports, the G8000 is ideal for aggregating servers and network storage arrays. The RackSwitch G8000 is built on the mature blade operating system with many industry-leading, server-specific features and security. It can integrate into a variety of well-known network and systems management platforms. By offering high-bandwidth performance and unique server-enhancing functionality at a fraction of the cost of other stackable 1/10G switches, the RackSwitch G8000 is the ideal choice for simplifying data center network infrastructure. IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4

5 Blade Network Technologies RackSwitch G8100 This high-performance, low-latency Ethernet switch is designed specifically for the data center. With datacenter-friendly directional airflow and twenty-four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the G8100 is ideal for aggregating servers, network storage arrays, and blade switches. The RackSwitch G8100 is built on the mature blade operating system with many industry-leading, server-specific features and security. It can integrate into a variety of well-known network and systems management platforms. By offering high-bandwidth performance and unique server-enhancing functionality at a fraction of the cost of other 10 Gb Ethernet switches, the RackSwitch G8100 is the ideal choice for simplifying your network infrastructure. Features include: Twenty 10Gbase-CX4 Ethernet and four 10 Gb Ethernet SFP+ ports Front-to-rear or rear-to-front directional air flow identical to that of servers and storage devices Unique server-enhancing feature set Industry-leading redundancy with uplink failure detection (UFD) and subsecond uplink fail-over without spanning tree (hot links) Mature blade operating systems Line rate performance with port-to-port latency of under 300 ns Layer 2 and layer 3: flexible topology options and clear network boundaries Simplified configuration with ISCLI (Cisco-compatible CLI) Seamless, standards-based integration into existing Cisco and other networks to help reduce downtime and learning curve Cisco SFS 7012D and 7024D InfiniBand Server Switches These new switches set the standard for high-density, low-latency, 4X double-data rate (DDR) and single data rate (SDR) InfiniBand switching for building high-performance clusters. High-performance computing (HPC) applications that solve complex, computationally intensive problems are widely deployed within academic and research communities and enterprises because they deliver significant business benefits. An important enabler for the broad adoption of HPC applications is the practice of clustering multiple industry-standard servers using a high-speed network to deliver supercomputer performance, at a fraction of the cost of traditional supercomputers. The Cisco SFS 7012D and 7024D offer nonblocking switching for up to 144 and 288 InfiniBand 4X ports respectively. Each port can operate in DDR mode, which delivers up to 20 Gbps, or SDR mode, which delivers up to 10 Gbps for server or interswitch link connectivity. The Cisco SFS 7012D supports fully redundant, hot-swappable components that are ideal for building large-scale, highly available clusters for HPC applications. The Cisco SFS 7012D and 7024D are optimized for very large, high-density HPC environments and deliver nonblocking, high-bandwidth, low-latency switching in a cost-effective form factor. Cisco HPC-E 2960G 48-port Ethernet Switch bundle Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series Switches with LAN Base software are a family of fixed-configuration, stand-alone intelligent Ethernet devices with Power Over Ethernet (PoE) or non-poe configurations. They offer desktop Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, enabling enhanced LAN services for entry-level enterprise, midmarket, and branch office networks. The Cisco Catalyst 2960 LAN Base Series offers integrated security, including Network Admission Control, advanced quality of service, and resiliency to deliver intelligent services for the network edge. Cisco HPC-E port Ethernet Switch bundle The Cisco Catalyst 4948 is a wire-speed, low-latency, Layer 2-4, 1-rack-unit (1U) fixed-configuration switch for rack-optimized server switching. Based on the proven Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series hardware and software architecture, the Cisco Catalyst 4948 Series offers exceptional performance and reliability for low density, multilayer aggregation of high-performance servers and workstations. The Cisco Catalyst 4948 offers 48 ports of wire-speed 10/100/1000BASE-T with four alternative wired ports that can accommodate optional 1000BASE-X small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optics. Exceptional reliability and serviceability are delivered with optional internal ac or dc hot-swappable power supplies and a hot-swappable fan tray with redundant fans. Cisco HPC-E 6503-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure bundle The new 3-slot Cisco Catalyst 6503-E Switch chassis offers a compact 4U height that is ideally IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5

6 suited for multi-gigabit secure data centers, remote access, e-commerce, and converged network solutions. The Cisco Catalyst 6503-E supports Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series end-to-end operational consistency benefits. Support for all Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series modules, including: Supervisor engines Ethernet modules (with IEEE 802.3af PoE) Gigabit Ethernet modules (with IEEE 802.3af PoE) 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules FlexWAN modules Shared port adapter (SPA) interface processors Multi-gigabit services modules (content services, firewall, intrusion detection, IP security (IPsec), VPN, network analysis, and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) acceleration) Cisco HPC-E 6509-E Ethernet Switch Enclosure bundle The 9-slot Cisco Catalyst 6509-E Switch delivers high port densities that are ideal for many wiring closet, distribution, and core network and data center deployments. The Cisco Catalyst 6509-E supports Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series end-to-end operational consistency. Support for all Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series modules, including: Supervisor engines Fast Ethernet modules (with IEEE 802.3af PoE) Gigabit Ethernet modules (with IEEE 802.3af PoE) 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules FlexWAN modules SPA interface processors Multi-gigabit services modules (content services, firewall, intrusion detection, IPsec, VPN, network analysis, and SSL acceleration) Force10 C150 and C300 Ethernet Switch bundles C-Series overview The Force10 Networks C-Series are resilient, chassis-based switches that deliver reliability, network control, and scalability. The C-Series is designed to support mission-critical applications with very low latency across converged networks. Comprehensive management capabilities make the C-Series a cost-effective and flexible deployment option. The Force10 C-Series features: Four- and eight-slot chassis Up to 384 line-rate 10/100/1000Base-T ports with full 15.4 W Class 3 PoE support in a 14U chassis Up to 64 line-rate 10 GbE ports with pluggable XFP modules Intelligent power management with full 15.4 W PoE (IEEE 802.3af) support across all ports 5 ms switching latency under full load for 64-byte frames Switch fabric capacity of up to Tbps and up to 952 Mpps L2/L3 packet forwarding capacity High availability architecture 1+1 Route Processor Module (RPM) design Continuous runtime data plane monitoring and advanced in-service CLI diagnostic functions Power supply redundancy with load-sharing power bus, enabling uninterrupted VoIP calls during a power supply failure IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6

7 Voltaire 2004 InfiniBand Switch bundle The Voltaire Grid Director ISR 2004 multiservice switch enables high-performance applications to run on distributed server, storage, and network resources. Multiple Grid Director ISR 2004 switches can be interconnected to form very large high-performance clusters and grids that can grow into the thousands of nodes with "pay as you grow" scalability. High-performance environments require no-compromise solutions. The Voltaire Grid Director ISR 2004 delivers just that with up to 96 ports of 20 Gpbs per second InfiniBand connectivity. Ultralow latencies and an impressive 3.84 Tbps per second of reliable non-blocking backplane bandwidth help eliminate communication bottlenecks, allowing applications to perform at maximum efficiency. Voltaire 2012 InfiniBand Switch bundle The Voltaire Grid Director ISR 2012 multiservice switch enables high-performance applications to run on distributed server, storage, and network resources. Multiple Grid Director ISR 2012 switches can be interconnected to form very large high-performance clusters and grids that can grow into the thousands of nodes with "pay as you grow" scalability. High-performance environments require no-compromise solutions. The Voltaire Grid Director ISR 2012 delivers just that with up to 288 ports of error-free 20 Gbps per second InfiniBand connectivity. Ultralow latencies and an impressive Tbps per second non-blocking backplane help eliminate communication bottlenecks, allowing applications to perform at maximum efficiency. As the industry's largest multiservice switching solution, the Grid Director ISR 2012 provides unprecedented levels of performance and scalability for large, HPC environments and grids. Voltaire 9024D 24-port externally managed DDR InfiBand Switch bundle The Voltaire Grid Switch ISR 9024 is a high-performance, low latency, fully non-blocking switch for HPC clusters and grids. Offering available bandwidth of up to 960 Gbps, the Grid Switch ISR 9024 is a cost-effective alternative to proprietary interconnect technologies. With twenty-four 10 or 20 Gbps ports in a 1U chassis, the standards-based Grid Switch ISR 9024 delivers high bandwidth and low latency at affordable pricing. Using the Grid Switch ISR 9024, you can build high-performance clusters and grids that scale from several to tens of nodes. Leverage the performance of InfiniBand InfiniBand is an industry-standard high-performance interconnect for HPC clusters and enterprise grids. InfiniBand offers high-speed 10 to 60 Gbps bandwidth and low-latency capabilities that deliver impressive price/performance. It is the first high-speed networking technology to enable low-cost server clusters and grids to accomplish complex computing tasks at the same or greater speeds than expensive high-end servers. QLogic 9024 managed externally managed 24-port and DDR InfiniBand Switch bundle The QLogic 9024 is a high-performance 24-port InfiniBand switch that enables the construction of high-speed, low-latency computer clusters to power many of today's business applications such as: Computer grid/virtualization Modeling and simulation Clustered database Oil and gas reservoir simulation Computational fluid dynamics Research/computational clustering InfiniBand delivers significant competitive advantages to companies by enabling reductions in time-to-market and more fine-grained data analysis. Two 9024 models that support 10 or 20 Gbps can be used to construct small InfiniBand fabrics, or as an edge or leaf switch in larger fabrics. These multi-tier fabrics can then deliver the productivity and performance metrics demanded by computationally intensive environments, even as fabrics scale to very high node counts. QLogic port, port and port DDR InfiniBand Switch bundles The QLogic 9000 Multi-Protocol Fabric Director switch support HPC, database clustering, and grid utility computing applications; they maximize cluster and grid computing interconnect performance while simplifying and reducing overall datacenter costs. The 9000 Fabric Director system takes advantage of the latest InfiniBand-based technologies to deliver industry-leading port densities, throughput performance, and ultralow latency. Benefits include: IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 7

8 Significantly improved cluster computing application performance No need for separate physical server connections to storage and network resources Servers and I/O independently scaled I/O pooled and shared between servers Features include: Up to Tb of switching capacity in a single system Common set of spine, leaf, and Virtual I/O Controller modules across all chassis sizes 4x SDR/DDR InfiniBand, 1, 2,or 4 Gbps Fibre Channel; and 10 Gbps Ethernet Virtual I/O interface options Fully redundant power, cooling, and logic components Up to 288 InfiniBand ports in a single chassis Support for both copper and fiber optic InfiniBand cables Software Linux Cluster Install Tool (LCIT) V5.1 (Intel and POWER5) Optional GPFS Multiplatform V3.1 or V3.2 GPFS for POWER V3.1 or V3.2 Microsoft Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003 Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (64-bit) (drop in box available) SLES 10 (64-bit) (drop in box available) These components are combined with a terminal server, a monitor, cabling, power supplies, power distribution units, racks, and other elements. When you obtain the prerequisite versions of the Linux operating system and device drivers, the Cluster 1350 offers an integrated cluster solution. Supported operating systems include Microsoft Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 and 5, and SLES 9 and 10 (64-bit) for Opteron, POWER, and Intel servers. Refer to IBM ServerProven for a complete list of compatibility between servers and operating systems. Visit eserver/serverproven/compat/us/ Additional Linux operating systems may be available via special bid. IBM offers optional fee-based services to install all supported Linux distributions, required device drivers, and GPFS, onto the Cluster Also, IBM offers optional Support Line for Linux Clusters for an enhanced level of integration and maintenance support. IBM System x and BladeCenter servers running Windows Compute Cluster Server 2003 enable an HPC platform that is simple to deploy and operate and provides the technology to scale as workloads demand. IBM offers you the choice of processors from AMD and Intel along with architecture options to meet the needs of your business. For more details, visit olutions/os/windows/clusters.html Linux Cluster Installation Tool (LCIT) The System Cluster 1350 offering includes LCIT, an application used in the deployment and management of Linux clusters. Additionally, you can use LCIT during the life of the cluster for ongoing customer and diagnostic tasks. IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 8

9 Customer utility LCIT can assist in ongoing maintenance and administrative tasks. The systems administrator can realize significant time savings as well as efficiencies in setup and management. Diagnostic tool LCIT can verify hardware. Personnel and administrators can diagnose issues at a cluster level instead of the usual node-level diagnostics. For example, during site installation, service personnel can validate the cluster by comparing the configuration files generated during the manufacturing phase. During the operational phase, the system administrator can take a quick snapshot of the cluster configuration and analyze the topology for future configurations. LCIT features Immediate node and RSA verification Complementary function to IBM Cluster Systems Management (CSM) and xcat Cluster inventory management functions Verification of network connections Remote power on/off and chassis identification Automatic discovery of nodes and MAC addresses Baseboard Management controller (BMC), ISMP, and BladeCenter management module support Shorter repair time Higher level of fix confidence Warranty validation with use of configuration files generated by IBM at time of manufacture Potentially reduced downtime All System Cluster 1350 orders are shipped with an LCIT CD. IBM service representatives and other field personnel can order a CD (ZK3T-9168) through the IBM Publications Center. Cluster racks 42U Enterprise Rack (1410-4RX) This specially designed 42U rack is one of two racks that can be used in Cluster 1350 configurations. This rack features base stabilizers to enable shipment from the factory with Cluster 1350 components such as power units, nodes, switches, cables, and consoles mounted in position and with intrarack cabling installed according to applicable Cluster 1350 racking rules. The Enterprise Rack is designated as IBM-installed for easy on-site installation. This designation, coupled with the factory integration services and optional on-site installation and verification of software, results in a ready-to-run cluster system. The cost of the hardware installation is included in the price of the rack. The cost of software installation by IBM or a qualified IBM Business Partner is not included. 25U Standard Rack (1410-2RX) This 25U rack addresses the requirements of smaller departmental cluster configurations. It is shipped from the factory with Cluster 1350 components such as power units, nodes, switches, cables, and consoles mounted in position and with intrarack cabling installed according to applicable Cluster 1350 racking rules. The RX rack is designated as IBM-installed for easy on-site installation. This designation, coupled with the factory integration services and optional on-site installation and verification of software, results in a ready-to-run cluster system. The cost of the hardware installation is included in the price of the rack. The cost of software installation by IBM or a qualified IBM Business Partner is not included. Power and cooling advantages The IBM energy management portfolio tackles the challenge to increase power and thermal IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 9

10 efficiency and help reduce costs on many levels. Inside the system, all IBM System x and BladeCenter servers start with Calibrated Vectored Cooling technology. This feature allows dual paths of air to each component, helping to improve uptime and longevity, and reducing wasteful air movement and heat generation, coupled with power supplies that are more energy-efficient. For clusters within a rack, IBM System x servers are designed to work at full density in a well-planned rack solution. They can also operate at extended temperature ranges to keep the system up and running, even in extreme temperature and many potential failure conditions. IBM rack-based cluster solutions are engineered to optimize air flow and prevent undesirable recirculation within the rack, so servers can run in optimal temperature conditions. IBM blade-based clusters enable you to pack more processors into the same power and cooling envelope as well as better utilize floor space and "right size" datacenter design. With BladeCenter servers, less power per processor means more processing capacity per kilowatt. The BladeCenter runs cooler to deliver greater reliability. For dense datacenter environments, IBM delivers smart rack-level heat solutions such as the super-efficient IBM Rear Door Heat exchanger. The water-cooled door can dissipate heat generated from the back of the rack to reduce the overall room temperature. With this combination of benefits at the server and datacenter level, IBM systems can offer strong power and cooling benefits to Cluster 1350 clients. IBM Rear Door Heat exchanger (32R0712) The Rear Door Heat exchanger for IBM Enterprise Racks helps keep your growing data center at a safer temperature without adding air conditioning units. This unobtrusive solution brings more cooling capacity to areas where the heat is greatest, around racks of servers with multiple, more powerful processors. Design simplicity delivers chilling results. The size and appearance of the Rear Door Heat exchanger are similar to those of a standard rack acoustical 66-cm (26-in) wide door. It adds a mere 10 cm (4 in) to the depth of a rack, yet a single door may remove up to 50,000 Btu of heat (or approximately 15 kw). The door is designed to attach to a 42U-high IBM Enterprise Rack and swings wide to provide unrestricted access to electrical components. Sealed coils, filled with above-dewpoint, chilled water, passively remove a significant amount of the heat generated in a fully populated rack. This cooling efficiency may help eliminate the need for additional ac power and the associated construction cost. Cluster Enablement Consulting Cluster Enablement Consulting is available at a flat rate price per day that includes resource, travel, and expenses for predefined engagements. The fee covers expenses for cluster enablement engagements of the following type: Staging and integration of cluster hardware and software components at the manufacturing site or another location Cluster integration into an existing cluster or cluster upgrades Customer acceptance testing Software installation and integration, including operating system, management software, file system, compilers, or customer applications Instructor-led on-site training Project management Factory integration product customization services The Cluster 1350 features several hardware validation and test services collectively referred to as product customization services. These services include the integration of hardware and software on AMD and System x servers in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. You can deploy systems in almost any IT environment. This means your IT resources can be better used elsewhere. This statement is especially true for Linux cluster solutions. Given the complexity of a Linux cluster, you want the confidence that the solution arrives properly configured and ready to integrate in your datacenter. These options are integrated into the servers. the System x also offers a Blade Integration Service, which, for a flat fee, includes installation of: Hardware options on the blades IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 10

11 Options in the BladeCenter chassis Blades in the chassis IBM can install the chassis in an Enterprise Rack and have it shipped to you. Performing the same services on-site would take hours or even days. In addition, Cluster 1350 manufacturing offers specific services for the Cluster 1350 called Cluster Systems Validation and Test to confirm that all system settings are enabled and tested to ensure smooth on-site deployment: Enable BIOS management Configure BIOS on each node Set up ASM and RSA Create disk partitioning Configure (network, firewall, language, and time zone) Configure services Set up storage Install terminal server Set up DNS Test, debug, and confirm that cluster is ready for operation IBM has the skills and technology to offer this type of service. The Cluster 1350 manufacturing product customization portfolio offers a tremendous value, especially for customers interested in complex offerings such as Linux cluster. Installation and deployment services The Cluster 1350 solutions deployed in the RX and RX rack enclosures include on-site hardware installation and basic installation planning services. Optional on-site software installation and customization services include Linux and CSM for Linux customization and skills transfer for system administration personnel. Additional optional on-site software installation and customization services include: Linux and CSM for Linux customization and skills transfer for system administration personnel Installation and configuration of GPFS Growth possibilities: You can extend the capabilities of the Cluster 1350 by adding optional storage and compute nodes. Support is available for the IBM Cell Blade and System x and System p servers. IBM Storage offerings can be optionally integrated in the offering. Use backup shared disk servers to enable applications to continue to operate without interruption in the event of server or adapter failure. Support of Fibre Channel, SCSI, and SATA disks is available for up to 64 nodes. SAN support is available by special bid. The Cluster 1350 scales up to 1,024 nodes. Larger-scale systems are available from IBM by special bid. Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act IBM makes no representation about the Section 508 status of the third party electronic and information technology product in this offering. Contact the vendor for specific, current information on the Section 508 status of this product. Product positioning The Cluster 1350 is positioned within the IBM System x family of offerings as the platform of choice for high-value and high-performance scalable Linux cluster solutions. Reference information IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 11

12 Refer to: Services Announcement , dated September 24, 2002 (IBM Product Customization Services) Software Announcement , dated August 7, 2007 (GPFS Multiplatform, V3.2) Software Announcement , dated August 7, 2007 (GPFS for POWER v3.2) Hardware Announcement , dated April 10, 2007 (Total Storage DS3xxx) Hardware Announcement , dated April 10, 2007 (System x3755) Hardware Announcement , dated April 10, 2007 (System x3455) Hardware Announcement , dated June 19, 2007 (BladeCenter HS21) Hardware Announcement , dated January 16, 2007 (BladeCenter HS21) Hardware Announcement , dated April 3, 2007 (BladeCenter HS21) Hardware Announcement , dated February 9, 2006 (BladeCenter Chassis) Hardware Announcement , dated February 9, 2006 (BladeCenter H Chassis) Hardware Announcement , dated August 14, 2007 (System x3550) Hardware Announcement , dated April 3, 2007 (System x3550) Hardware Announcement , dated April 10, 2007 (System x3655) Hardware Announcement , dated August 14, 2007 (System x3650) Hardware Announcement , dated April 3, 2007 (System x3650) Hardware Announcement , dated July 26, 2005 (2005-B16 SAN Switch) Hardware Announcement , dated April 3, 2007 (AMD Opteron LS21 and LS41 for IBM BladeCenter) Hardware Announcement , dated August 28, 2007 (System QS21) Business Partner information If you are a Direct Reseller - System Reseller acquiring products from IBM, you may link directly to Business Partner information for this announcement. A PartnerWorld ID and password are required (use IBM ID). BP Attachment for Announcement Letter Trademarks POWER5, General Parallel File Systems, GPFS, POWER, System x, and System p are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. ServerProven, BladeCenter, and xseries are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries or both. Cell Broadband Engine is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. in the United States, other countries, or both and is used under license therefrom. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Additional information IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 12

13 IBM software that runs on the System Cluster 1350 GPFS Multiplatform and GPFS for POWER : GPFS is a high-performance cluster file system for AIX, Linux, and mixed clusters that gives users with shared access to files spanning multiple disk drives. By dividing individual files into blocks and reading/writing these blocks in parallel across multiple disks, GPFS enables very high-bandwidth. In addition, multiple data paths can also help eliminate single points of failure, making GPFS highly available for mission-critical applications. GPFS is based on a shared disk model, enabling lower overhead access to disks not directly attached to the application nodes. It uses a distributed protocol data coherence for access from any node. GPFS also incorporates a powerful ILM policy engine. This engine allows complex, policy-based placement and file-based migration (without path changes) between multiple tiers of storage, including tape, which can scale to billions of files and multiple petabytes of data. Additionally, GPFS includes hardware-neutral snapshots and mirroring functions, enabling users to better virtualize storage hardware. GPFS is ideal for several different roles in clustered computing and shared storage: A multicluster file system for parallel processing on compute clusters, featuring extreme scalability and throughput optimized for streaming workloads such as those common in Web 2.0, digital media, scientific, and engineering applications. An information lifecycle management file system that enables multiple tiers of storage, including tape, with powerful policy-driven file placement, migration, archival, and deletion. The unique GPFS policy engine delivers file migration scalable to billions of files and multiple petabytes of data. A scalable, shared storage file system for storage consolidation, and virtualization. This includes clustered NFS support and a scalable, shared namespace, that enables horizontally scalable file serving. Additionally, GPFS includes many data and SAN management features, including storage hardware-neutral snapshots/mirroring. A high availability file system for any business application or database that can benefit from very rapid failover of a consistent application data environment. A distributed file system that offers a global, cross-platform, coherent namespace across an enterprise for around-the-world, around-the-clock operations. GPFS delivers fast, reliable data access from all nodes in a homogeneous or heterogeneous cluster of servers running the Linux operating system. GPFS allows applications simultaneous access to a set of files (even a single file) from any node that has the GPFS file system mounted, while providing a high level of control over all file system operations. Additionally GPFS offers extreme scaling across numerous metrics, including I/O performance, file or file system size, numbers of files, number of nodes, and execution of complex ILM policies. For more information on GPFS, and supported servers and operating system levels, visit the GPFS Web page at ver/clusters/software/gpfs.html GPFS frequently asked questions at r/vxrx/index.jsp?topic=/com.ibm.cluster.gpfs.doc /gpfs_faqs/gpfs_faqs.htmlgpfs_faqs/gpfs_faqs.html GPFS documentation at ocenter/clresctr/vxrx/topic/com.i bm.cluster.gpfs.doc/gpfsbooks.html Cluster Systems Management (CSM): CSM can help reduce the overall cost and complexity of IT management by simplifying the tasks of installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining clusters of servers or logical partitions (LPARs). CSM offers a single consistent interface for managing Linux servers with capabilities for: IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 13

14 Remote parallel network installation Remote hardware control Distributed command execution File collection and distribution Clusterwide monitoring capabilities CSM is an efficient way to manage a collection of servers or partitions from a single point of control. Functions include automated set-up, hardware control, monitoring, and configuration file management. Administrators can manage individual nodes or groups of nodes, distribute software, run commands, monitor system resources, and run automated responses to events. CSM offers a robust, scalable management platform to simplify administration. You can manage their servers from a central location, rather than managing each system individually, and can grow their systems incrementally as workload demand increases, without necessarily increasing the management complexity. CSM is a key element of the Cluster 1350, enabling workload consolidation and achieving high degrees of scalability and performance for applications that take advantage of clustered systems architectures. Software: The following IBM software is provided through the IBM Passport Advantage program and shipped directly to you. For information about Passport Advantage, visit assport.nsf/wdocs/passport_advantage_online_enhancemen ts_effective_11_14_2005enhancements_effective_11_14_2005 For information about Passport Advantage enrollment, visit t.nsf/webdocs/passport_advantage_home For information about Passport Advantage by country, visit Software description Part number GPFS base Media Package for Linux Multiplatform V3.1 IBM General Parallel File System Multiplatform V3.2 English CD Media Pack General Parallel File System 10 Value Units LIC+SW MAINT 12 MO General Parallel File System 10 Value Units ANNUAL SW MAINT RNWL General Parallel File System 10 Value Units SW MAINT REINSTATE 12 MO Service is required for GPFS and is available from BH02ZIE BH031EN D61HGLL E0414LL D61HHLL bapp/set2/sas/f/cluster/home.html For BladeCenter JS21 servers, CSM and GPFS are not available via Passport Advantage. They must be ordered through the AAS/CHW fulfillment system. The licensed products to be ordered are: CSM for Linux on POWER (5765-G16) GPFS for POWER (5765-G66) Product customization services The following product customization services are included with Cluster IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 14

15 For information, refer to the following and contact your IBM representative. Description Part number Rack Assembly -- 25U Rack Rack Assembly -- 42U Rack Rack Installation of 1U Component Rack Installation of >1U Component BladeCenter Chassis Configuration Cluster Hardware and Fabric Verification -- 42U Rack Cluster Hardware and Fabric Verification -- 25U Rack Cluster Enablement Consulting -- 1 Day 41Y R R R P R K K7785 Applicable quantities are configuration-dependent and will be determined in the configuration process. Education support Online training for Cluster 1350 is available at etype=tp_search_results&rowstart=0&rowstoreturn=20&searchst ring=cluster+1350&rowstoreturn=20&searchstring=cluster+1350 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 high-speed 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 Select your country, and then select the product as the category. System x and BladeCenter support services Recommended core technical support: When you buy IBM System x technology, include the support services you need to help keep both your hardware and software working for you, day after day, at peak performance. It's your first step toward helping to protect your investment and sustain high levels of system availability. IBM offers service-level and response-time options to fit your business needs. IBM will also help you get started with a core support package that includes: Continuous system monitoring Electronic monitoring that helps speed up problem-solving with automated, early detection of IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 15

16 potential problems and system errors. Hardware maintenance World-class remote and on-site hardware problem determination and repair services. Software technical support Access to help line calls for fast, accurate answers to your questions during installation and throughout ongoing operations. For more information, visit Technical information Standards EMC compliance strategy: Typical configurations of the Linux cluster will be tested under the Class A requirement plus jurisdictional regulations for offer of sale in all target markets identified by marketing. Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B: U.S. EN 55022; EN 55024: Europe AS/NZS CISPR 22: Australia/New Zealand VCCI: Japan ICES-003: Canada GB : China MIC Notice No & MIC Notice No : Korea CISPR 22 CISPR 24 CNS 13438: Taiwan GOST: Russia Product safety regulatory compliance strategy: The Cluster 1350 will meet the jurisdictional regulations for offer of sale in all traditional and targeted markets. U.S.: Certification to UL 60950, Third Edition Canada: Certification to CSA C22.2 No U.K., Germany, France, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Austria, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Belgium and Korea: Certification to IEC Third Edition: 1999 Eastern Europe: CB scheme report and certification to IEC Third Edition: 1999 Russia and the CIS: GOST certification (delivered by IBM Russia based on documentation provided by Rochester) Linux will also meet the NEC and regional code requirements identified in N-B , Power Systems National Requirements. Operating environment Temperature: 16 to 32 C (60.8 to 89.6 F) Relative humidity: 8% to 80% IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 16

17 Maximum wet bulb: 23 C Sound power: 7.5 bels LwAd (operating)*, Category 1A (with four BladeCenter servers and an acoustics module) (for more configurations, refer to the BladeCenter Planning and Installation Guide) * If Option M/T is selected, sound power is 8.3 bels. Sound pressure: No operator position Maximum altitude: m (7000 ft) Power requirements (per rack) Operating voltage: 200 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz Electrical output: 36 kw (maximum) Power source loading: 22 kva (maximum) Thermal output: 20.9 kj/s (71,400 Btu/hr) (maximum configuration) Compatibility: All components of the Cluster 1350 are compatible when purchased as a supported Cluster 1350 solution. Note: If the BladeCenter JS21 or System p5 is included in your Cluster 1350, you need to order CSM for POWER (5765-G16) and GPFS on POWER (5765-G66) from the AAS/CHW fulfillment system. Limitations: Operating system and CSM CSM is required when System x OpenPower node is part of the cluster. Different distributions of Linux cannot be mixed in a cluster. Some components supported on the Cluster 1350 are supported only by CSM on particular Linux distributions. Refer to the CSM publications for a matrix of components and supported distributions. Hardware Cluster 1350 options are only supported when deployed in a Cluster 1350 solution. They will not be supported when installed outside a 1410 Rack. Use of the RX or RX Linux Cluster Rack outside of the Cluster 1350 offering is prohibited. When the heat exchange door is part of the 1350 Cluster Solution, IBM will attach the door to the rack. You are responsible for filling the heat exchange door with fluid and hooking up all plumbing connections. You are also responsible for draining the heat exchange door and disconnecting all plumbing connections prior to an IBM servicer coming on-site for replacement of the door assembly. After the servicer has replaced the heat exchange door assembly on the rack, it is your responsibility to refill the heat exchange door and reconnect all plumbing connections. All preventative maintenance on the rack is the sole responsibility of the client. Planning information Customer responsibilities: Installation of hardware components is provided by IBM on the 1410 machine type. Installation of hardware options within specific server nodes is a customer responsibility if not purchased as part of a manufacturing install service. Customers are responsible for preparing their site for installation. These responsibilities are specified in the Preinstallation Planning Guide. ftp://ftp.software.ibm.com/eserver/xseries/25k8419.pdf You must obtain the prerequisite version of the Linux operating system and device drivers as specified by IBM. You can install the required Linux operating system, device drivers, and GPFS, IBM United States Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 17