Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module and 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) options for IBM BladeCenter

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1 , dated June 30, 2009 Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module and 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) options for IBM BladeCenter Table of contents 1 At a glance 3 Product number 1 Overview 5 Technical information 2 Key prerequisites 9 Prices 2 Planned availability date 12 IBM Global Financing 2 Description At a glance The combination of the 40 Gb switch, 40 Gb HCA, and 3m cable enables you to create the most powerful InfiniBand solution that can offer the bandwidth and latency required by demanding applications used by financial and high-performance clients. You can use these components to create a clustered high-performance solution with less than 200 ns switch latency and less than 1 us HCA latency. For technical support: Call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV ( ) or Request technical information via the Web site at Overview has always been about offering choice to our clients right from servers to chassis and type of interconnect fabric. Today clients are looking to increase utilization of their existing servers in order to reduce cost and IT footprint within the company. has always been on the forefront of new technology and innovations whether it is on Ethernet, Fibre Channel, or SAS. This announcement offers an end-to-end 40 Gb (4X QDR) InfiniBand solution to our clients. Clients can leverage the resiliency of BladeCenter and the performance of 4X QDR InfiniBand in a single package. The InfiniBand Switch Module is based on a proven Voltaire design and offers fourteen 40 Gb ports to each server and sixteen ports out of the chassis per switch. This solution offers a no-compromise, congestion-free solution to meet even the most performance-hungry applications. Three products being announced as part of this solution are: 4X QDR InfiniBand Switch Module 4X QDR 2-port InfiniBand adapter 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for The Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module (4X QDR) offers clients the bandwidth and latency required to meet the requirements of even the most intensive IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1

2 applications. This double-high switch has 14 internal and 16 external QSFP-based ports. 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) for To match the performance of the 40 Gb switch, BladeCenter will also offer a 2-port 40 Gb (4X QDR) InfiniBand adapter in a CFFh form factor so clients can combine it with other fabrics. This adapter is based on the latest PCIe gen2 architecture to offer the highest performance. The new InfiniBand expansion card features include: Offers an end-to-end solution at up to 40 Gb Provides a PCI Express x8 host interface for high-speed connection Offers connectivity to high-speed I/O module bays in the BCH chassis Enables use of up to two 40 Gb ports from the blade server to the external network 2-port card allows use of two 40 Gb High-Speed Switch Modules (HSSM) in a chassis 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable (49Y9980) To provide a complete end-to-end solution, IBM will also offer a 3m Copper QSFP cable that will enable clients to connect these switch modules within the rack. This cable has been tested to offer the highest throughput to match the efficiency and performance of the switch modules. Warranty: One year, Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU), limited warranty Key prerequisites H chassis Planned availability date July 14, 2009 Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) August 19, m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable Description BladeCenter continues to be a leader in the industry in delivering high levels of function and integration. The Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module supports the BladeCenter chassis. Key features include: Up to 40 Gb InfiniBand switch with 14 internal, midplane ports for server connectivity and 16 external, QSFP ports for fabric connectivity Line rate performance IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2

3 HSSM form factor The InfiniBand 2-port 40 Gb Expansion Card (CFFh) for shows IBM's commitment to meet customer needs through its BladeCenter offerings. It is the latest addition to the BladeCenter portfolio, enabling high-speed connections to drive bandwidth-intensive applications like virtualization. IBM offers this version of the card with two ports, giving higher flexibility to its clients. This card allows clients to add up to two High-Speed Switch Modules (HSSMs) in a single chassis to meet the most bandwidth-intensive application needs. This new option: Offers an end-to-end solution at up to 40 Gb Is based on the InfiniBand module Uses PCI Express x8 host interface for high-speed connection Provides connectivity to high-speed I/O module bays in BCH chassis Enables up to four 40 Gb ports from the blade server to the external network Allows use of two 40 Gb InfiniBand HSSMs in a chassis 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable In order to provide a complete end-to-end solution, IBM will also offer a 3m Copper QSFP cable that will enable clients to connect these switch modules within the rack. This cable has been tested to offer the highest throughput to match the efficiency and performance of the switch modules. Product number Option SEOs Description 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) for Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for SEO number 46M M6005 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable 49Y9980 IBM xseries 4367, 4368, 7870, 7901, 7902, 7971, 7972, 7995, 8014, 8028, and 8853 machine types: Description MT Model Feature 7870 AC AC AC AC AC AC1 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3

4 8014 AC AC AC AC AC AC AC AC AC AC AC1 Exp Slot 7995 AC Exp Slot 8853 AC1 addtl Exp Slot 7995 AC addtl Exp Slot 8853 AC1 SAP BWA Tracking for 8GB memory 7870 AC SAP BWA Tracking for 16GB memory 7870 AC SAP BWA Tracking for 32GB memory 7870 AC SAP BWA Tracking for 64GB memory 7870 AC SAP BWA Tracking for 4GB memory 7870 AC1 5799SAP BWA License Flyer The following are features already announced for the 8852 machine type: Description MT Model Feature Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter 8852 HC Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module in HSSM Bay 7/ HC Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module in HSSM Bay 9/ HC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4

5 Technical information Product names Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) for 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable SA BWA Tracking for 4 GB memory SA BWA Tracking for 8 GB memory SA BWA Tracking for 16 GB memory SA BWA Tracking for 32 GB memory SA BWA Tracking for 64 GB memory SA BWA License Flyer 46M M Y M M M M M M4951 Performance specifications Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module (46M6005): Is a mechanical switch enclosure that fits into a double BCH HS I/O module slot Supports 40 Gb InfiniBand 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (46M6001): The 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) functions as a PCI-Express blade server I/O card. Key features are: Low cost Multiport connections to the network CFFh form factor that allows blade server I/O connectivity to high-speed I/O module bays in the BladeCenter high-speed BCH chassis Physical specifications Voltaire 40 Gb Switch Module Approximate height: 20 mm (0.79 in) Approximate width: 294 mm (11.6 in) Approximate depth: 262 mm (10.3 in) 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion card (CFFh) Height: 159 mm (6.26 in) Width: 125 mm (4.92 in) Depth: 12.7 mm (0.50 in) Weight:.0975 kg (0.215 lb) Note: All weights and measurements are approximate. Operating environment Temperature and altitude: Operating: 10 to 52 degrees C (50 to F) at an altitude of 0 to 914 m (0 to 3,000 ft) IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5

6 10 to 49 degrees C (50 to F) at an altitude of 0 to m (0 to 10,000 ft) Non-operating: - 40 to 65 degrees C (-40 to 149 F) at an altitude of 0 to m (0 to 39,370 ft) Humidity: Operating: 8% to 80%, noncondensing Non-operating: 5% to 80%, noncondensing Agency approvals Safety certifications US: UL Listed Accessory Report Canada: CAN/CSA C22.2 No IEC /EN CB Report and Certificate GOST R IEC is voluntary and is routinely requested by IBM-Russia to facilitate importation. EMC/EMI certifications FCC - Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B Canada - ICES-003 Australia/New Zealand - C-Tick - AS/NZS CISPR 22 CE Mark - EN55022:1998+A2:2003 and EN55024:2006 VCCI - Japan VCCI April 2003 MIC Notice No and No (Korea) GOST (Russia) CISPR 22 Class A Taiwan BSMI - CNS Turkey Communique No. 2004/9 and No. 2004/22 Saudi Arabia - EMC.CVG, 28 October 2002 China - GB 9524:1998 Energy Star compliance Is this product Energy Star Compliant? No Note: The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Hardware requirements The 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh), P/N 46M6001, and the Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module, P/N 46M6005, are supported on the following systems: System name - BladeCenter H Machine type Non-IBM systems: The 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card, P/N 46M6001, and the Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module, P/N 46M6005, are supported on the following non-ibm platforms: None IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6

7 Software requirements None; uses the BC operating system. Compatibility Use with BladeCenter systems. Supported with 8852 blade systems. Note: Some configurations may not be compatible. Limitations None Planning information Additional cable orders required: No Approximate installation time: 10 minutes Packaging Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module One box Single box (HxDxW): 121 mm (4.75 in) x 349 mm (13.75 in) x 171 mm (6.75 in) Weight: 1.1 kg (2.375 lb) Shipment group Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module (46M6005) Documentation CD Important Notice flyer 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) One box Single box (HxDxW): 58 mm (2.28 in) x 147 mm (5.80 in) x 167 mm (6.57 in) Weight: 2.0 lb Shipment group 2-port 40 Gb InfiniBand Expansion Card (46M6001) Important notice flyer Documentation CD Security, auditability, and control This product uses the security and auditability features of the host hardware, host software, and application software. Ordering information For information on ordering via PartnerLink, call , Option 8. For further detail, contact the IBM Remarketer Fulfillment Center at , or your local marketing support representative. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 7

8 Terms and conditions IBM Direct terms and conditions Features and options only Field Installable Customer Setup Warranty Period* Service Type (CCE/CCR/CRU) Maintenance Agreement Optional Upgrade Licensed Programs Yes Yes 1 year* CRU No No No Note: Programs included with this product are licensed under the terms and conditions of the License Agreements that are shipped with the feature or option. All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed. * To obtain copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or call IBM. In the United States, call 800-IBM-SERV ( ), or write to: Warranty Information, P.O. Box 12195, RTP, NC, 27709, Attn: Dept JDJA/B203. Licensed Machine Code IBM machine code is licensed for use by a customer on the IBM machine for which it was provided by IBM under the terms and conditions of the IBM License Agreement for Machine Code, to enable the machine to function in accordance with its specifications, and only for the capacity authorized by IBM and acquired by the customer. You can obtain the agreement by contacting your IBM representative or visiting IBM may release changes to the machine code. IBM plans to make the machine code changes available for download from the technical support Web site. If the machine does not function as warranted and your problem can be resolved through your application of downloadable machine code, you are responsible for downloading and installing these designated machine code changes as IBM specifies. If you would prefer, you may request IBM to install downloadable machine code changes; however, you may be charged for that service. Help and service information - Features and options During the warranty period, support for a warranty-related issue can be obtained by accessing IBM's online services (requires Internet access account, not included) or calling the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV ( ), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. For general questions related to the use of your options, fee-based support is available. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative. Accessing IBM online services Refer to the IBM Web site at IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 8

9 Placing the call to IBM Within the United States, call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV ( ). Prices For current prices, contact IBM at 888-Shop-IBM ( ) or visit Description SEO number 2-port 40 Gb 46M6001 InfiniBand Expansion Card (CFFh) for Voltaire 40 Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for 46M6005 3m Copper QDR InfiniBand QSFP Cable 49Y9980 IBM xseries 7870 machine type: / AC SAP BWA Tracking for 8 GB memory AC SAP BWA Tracking for 16 GB memory AC SAP BWA Tracking for 32 GB memory AC SAP BWA Tracking for 64 GB memory AC SAP BWA Tracking for 4 GB memory AC SAP BWA License Flyer AC IBM xseries 7901 machine type: / AC AC AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 9

10 IBM xseries 7902 machine type: / AC AC AC IBM xseries 7971 machine type: / AC AC AC IBM xseries 7972 machine type: / AC AC AC IBM xseries 7995 machine type: / IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 10

11 AC Exp Slot AC addtl Exp Slot AC IBM xseries 8014 machine type: / AC IBM xseries 8028 machine type: / AC The following are features already announced for the 8852 machine type: / Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter HC Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module in HSSM Bay 7/8 HC Voltaire 40Gb InfiniBand Switch Module in HSSM Bay 9/10 HC IBM xseries 8853 machine type: / AC Exp Slot AC IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 11

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