Ibm System X3200

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Suggesteduses: Small and medium businesses, distributed large enterprises, retail, banking, and insurance companies seeking scalability, top performance, and enterprise class availability features at an entry-level price.

The single-socket System x3200 M3, incorporating IBM X-Architecture features, is an affordable, single-socket tower server that offers more performance, configuration flexibility and availability features than many other servers in its class. From network infrastructure to distributed applications to front-end workloads, the x3200 M3 is designed to meet a wide range of business needs and help you adapt to changing business requirements.

* Effective October 12, 2012, or until supply is depleted, IBM will discontinue the shipment of IBM Systems Director DVDs with System x servers and BladeCenter chassis. IBM Systems Director Express Edition and IBM Systems Director Standard Edition, which include software subscription and support, continue to be available for System x servers and IBM Blade Centers.

The server supports only one processor, which is already installed in a standard or configure-to-order (CTO) model. Standard models use processors as listed in the table. Where a model is not listed, that processor is only available via CTO or special bid.

IBM DDR3 memory is compatibility tested and tuned for optimal System x performance and throughput. IBM memory specifications are integrated into the light path diagnostics for immediate system performance feedback and optimum system uptime. From a service and support standpoint, IBM memory automatically assumes the IBM system warranty, and IBM provides service and support worldwide.

The following table lists hard drive options for internal disk storage of x3200 M3 server. A mix of SAS and SATA drives is not supported by x3200 M3 server. For a comparison of drive technologies, see the IBM Redpaper, System x Server Disk Drive Interface Technology -

The ServeRAID BR10il v2 RAID controller and ServeRAID H1110 occupy the dedicated PCI-E slot on x3200 M3 and does not consume regular PCI expansion slots. However, M1015, M5014, M5015, and MR10i RAID controllers occupy one of the standard PCI Express x8 Gen 2 slots, therefore limiting the maximum number of additional I/O adapter slots to 4. Only one RAID controller can be used with the server to support internal HDDs.

The server supports the internal tape drive options listed in the following table. Internal tape drives are installed in a 5.25" HH bay. A maximum of one tape drive is supported. SAS tape drives require SAS HBA to be installed in server. USB tape drives are connected to the dedicated USB tape drive connector on the motherboard. If an internal tape drive is installed, then the maximum number of optical drives is limited to one.

The server supports one fixed 401 W AC power supply or two 430 W AC hot-swap redundant power supplies (model dependent). Models come standard either with one fixed or two hot-swap power supplies. There is no need to order an additional redundant power supply, and such an option does not exist.

The server contains IBM Integrated Management Module (IMM), which provides advanced service-processor control, monitoring, and alerting function. If an environmental condition exceeds a threshold or if a system component fails, the IMM lights LEDs to help you diagnose the problem, records the error in the event log, and alerts you to the problem. Optionally, the IMM also provides a virtual presence capability for remote server management capabilities.

The blue-screen capture feature captures the video display contents before the IMM restarts the server when the IMM detects an operating-system hang condition. A system administrator can use the blue-screen capture to assist in determining the cause of the hang condition. The following table lists the remote management option.

The System x3250 M3 has a 1-year (4251) or 3-year (4252) onsite warranty with 9x5/NBD terms. IBM offers warranty service upgrades through IBM ServicePacs. The IBM ServicePac is a series of prepackaged warranty maintenance upgrades and post-warranty maintenance agreements with a well-defined scope of services, including service hours, response time, term of service, and service agreement terms and conditions.

IBM ServicePac offerings are country-specific. That is, each country might have its own service types, service levels, response times, and terms and conditions. Not all covered types of ServicePacs might be available in a particular country. For more information about IBM ServicePac offerings available in your country, see the IBM ServicePac Product Selector at: -304.ibm.com/sales/gss/download/spst/servicepac

* Note: The EXP3000 enclosures can be chained with each other. In such a case, one cable is used to connect first EXP3000 to the RAID controller, and every consecutive EXP unit is connected to the previous one by one cable.

The following table lists the external storage systems that are supported by the server and can be ordered through System x sales channel. The server may support other IBM disk systems that are not listed in this table. Refer to IBM System Storage Interoperability Center for further information,

The server supports the rack cabinets listed in the following table. Tower-to-Rack Conversion Kit (part number 42C8923, 5Ux20" Tower to Rack Conversion Kit for x3200 M3) is required for the server to be installed in the rack.

Boasting expansive memory capacity and disk storage, the IBM x3200 Servers are an affordable solution to help increase your productivity and enhance manageability and security. The IBM System x3200 server supports the latest Intel Xeon quad-core processors and is available in a rack-mountable tower form factor.

IBM System x3200 M3: The IBM x3200 M3 has features like Virtual Media Key, TPM 1.2 and Integrated Management Module (IMM) that deliver excellent serviceability and manageability. An efficient design assists in saving energy and offering a more suitable work environment with reduced heat and noise. IBM X3200 M3 specs:

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Since you are a newbie: Before step into a server you must have a good understanding of its hardware which is a must. You must not install and configure anything if you do not understand the functionality of your server. That is where servers are different from PCs. Configurations affect hardware functionality and vis versa.

First you must go through the Manual:

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You have to be very thorough of this. Do not make any mistakes which will result in a raid failure or inability to recover.

Use the Installation Assistance and other tools from this link:

-947.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-5079561

Setup utility

The UEFI (formerly BIOS) Setup Utility program is part of the basic input/output

system firmware. Use it to change interrupt request (IRQ) settings, change the

startup-device sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords.

Boot Manager program

The Boot Manager program is part of the server firmware. Use it to override the

startup sequence that is set in the Setup utility and temporarily assign a device to

be first in the startup sequence.

IBM ServerGuide Setup and Installation CD

The ServerGuide program provides software-setup tools and installation tools

that are designed for the server. Use this CD during the installation of the server

to configure basic hardware features, such as an integrated SAS/SATA controller

with RAID capabilities, and to simplify the installation of your operating system.

The IBM System x3200 is an entry server that provides advanced availability and management features for remote or distributed locations. Ideal applications include file and print, retail, network infrastructure and distributed applications.The IBM System x3200 can help lower your IT costs throughout its business lifecycle. The x3200 is not only affordable to purchase, but it's also easy to manage and keep up to date.

Intel Xeon 3400 series processors

1333 MHz when one or two single-rank or dual-rank RDIMMs or UDIMMs per channel are installed

1066 MHz when one quad-rank RDIMM per channel is installed

800 MHz when three single-rank or dual-rank RDIMMs or two quad-rank RDIMMs per channel are installed

Intel Celeron G, Pentium G, or Core i3

1066 MHz when one or two single-rank or dual-rank UDIMM per channel are installed

UEFI, IBM Integrated Management Module (IMM), Predictive Failure Analysis, Automatic Server Restart, IBM Systems Director and IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager, IBM ServerGuide. Optional Virtual Media Key for remote presence (graphics, keyboard and mouse, virtual media).

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