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Overview - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 (type 2583)

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Planned availability date: February 26, 2013

At a Glance

Features of the new IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 include:

  • 1U rack
  • Choice of Intel processors
    • Celeron G440
    • Pentium G620
    • Pentium G630
    • Pentium G840
    • Pentium G850
    • Pentium G860
    • Core i3-2100
    • Core i3-2120
    • Core i3-2130
    • Xeon E3-1220
    • Xeon E3-1230
    • Xeon E3-1240
    • Xeon E3-1270
    • Xeon E3-1280
    • Xeon E3-1220v2
    • Xeon E3-1230v2
    • Xeon E3-1240v2
    • Xeon E3-1270v2
    • Xeon E3-1280v2
    • Xeon E3-1265Lv2
  • Integrated Serial-ATA (SATA) controller
  • Two PCI Express I/O expansion slots
  • Two 3.5-inch Simple-Swap SATA or four 2.5-inch Hot-Swap /Simple-Swap SAS/SATA (model dependent; 2.5-inch Simple-Swap is only for 2583-CTO model)
  • Power Supply
    • 300 Watt fixed auto-sensing
    • 460 Watt redundant
  • System management support
  • I/O Ports
    • Seven USB ports (two front, four rear, and one internal)
    • Integrated Gigabit Dual-Port Ethernet with RJ-45
    • One software-compatible serial port
    • One VGA port

Overview

The IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 single-socket 1U rack server is designed for small businesses and first-time server buyers looking for a solution to improve business efficiency. The IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 delivers several innovative features in a compact 1U form factor with a competitive price. The IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 provides next-generation performance in an innovative and compact design, with flexible configuration options and built-in security and systems management capabilities.

Server-class features

  • Latest Dual-Core and Quad-Core Intel processors
    • Intel Xeon E3-1200v2 series
    • Intel Core i3-2100 series
    • Intel Pentium series
    • Optimized for EM64T to support 32-bit or 64-bit applications
  • Memory
    • 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB PC3-10600 CL9 1333 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
    • 2 GB and 4 GB PC3L-10600 CL9 1333 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
    • 4 GB and 8 GB PC3-12800 CL11 1600 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
    • 32 GB maximum
    • When referring to memory, hard disk drive, or tape backup capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Total user capacity can vary depending on operating environments.
  • Two PCI Express expansion slots
    • One x8
    • One x4 for hardware RAID or compact Dual-Port NIC adapter
  • Open bay models supporting 3.5-inch Simple-Swap SATA or 2.5-inch Hot-Swap SAS/SATA hard disk drives
  • Support for 80-PLUS certified 300 Watt fixed or 460 Watt redundant power supplies
  • Integrated Gigabit Dual-Port Ethernet controllers
  • Integrated ServeRAID C100 for IBM System x that supports Integrated RAID-0 and RAID-1 standard

At your control

Manageability and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly.

  • Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) subsystems with IPMI 2.0 support, optional upgrade to web-based management and remote presence using Feature on Demand (FoD)
  • IBM tools support
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 support
  • Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 integrated systems management processor
  • Monitoring of memory, thermal, and voltage faults
  • Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) and support for Wake on LAN
  • Automatic server restart (ASR) to restart server after operating system failure

At your service

Worldwide support and services with IBM systems management tools, which help improve productivity and get your server up and running quickly.

  • ServerGuide utilities to assist loading of many popular network operating systems
  • IBM Director
  • Warranty: Three-year customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site labor, limited warranty. Optional warranty service upgrades are available.
  • See the Warranty section for details.

Note: Information being released represents IBM's current intent, is subject to change or withdrawal, and represents only goals and objectives.


Product Number

2583-PBG - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 with Intel Pentium G850 processor

2583-PBH - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 with Intel Xeon E3-1270v2 processor

2583-PBJ - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 with Intel Core i3-2120 processor

2583-PBK - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 with Intel Xeon E3-1220v2 processor

2583-PBL - IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 with Intel Xeon E3-1230v2 processor


Key Prerequisites

The system must have an attached monitor, keyboard, and mouse.


Warranty
  • Three years

For configurations that support the RAID Battery, the RAID battery will be warranted for one year effective on its "Date of Installation". All other product warranty terms for the system remain unchanged.

An IBM part or feature installed during the initial installation of an IBM machine is subject to a full warranty effective on the date of installation of the machine. An IBM part or feature which replaces a previously installed part or feature assumes the remainder of the warranty period for the replaced part or feature. An IBM part or feature added to a machine without replacing a previously installed part or feature is subject to a full warranty effective on its date of installation. Unless specified otherwise, the warranty period, type of warranty service and service level of a part or feature is the same as the machine it is installed in.

The following items have been designated as consumables, supply items, or structural parts and therefore not covered by this warranty:

  • RAID batteries

Packaging
One box with these contents:
  • System unit carton: system unit
  • System unit power cord
  • Country kit
    • Publications/CD bag:
      • Important Notices Flyer
      • Warranty Flyer
      • Documentation CD
      • Operating System media
The IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012 is shipped as a single package. The country kit is contained inside the top portion of the system unit carton.

Dimensions

1U Rack Drawer

  • Width: 439 mm (17.28 in) (without EIA bracket)
  • Width: 478 mm (18.82 in) (with EIA bracket)
  • Depth: 575.8 mm (22.67 in)
  • Height: 43 mm (1.69 in)
  • Weight
    • Minimum configuration: 9.24 kg (20.37 lb)
    • Maximum configuration: 10.67 kg (23.53 lb)

Shipping Dimensions

Approximate shipping dimensions and weight:

Single Pack Dimensions: L 557 x W 500 x H 330 mm (L 21.93 x W 19.66 x H 12.99 in)
Single Pack Weight: 12.87 kg (28.37 lb)
Quantity per Pallet: 8
Pallet Load Dimensions: L 1200 x W 1000 x H 1140 mm (L 47.24 x W 39.37 x H 44.88 in)
Pallet Load Weight: 167.65 kg (369.60 lb)
Estimated Safe Stacking: 3 high

Electrical Specifications

Models with 300 Watt power supplies

  • 100 - 127 (nominal) VAC; 50 - 60 Hz; 6.0 A (maximum)
  • 200 - 240 (nominal) VAC; 50 - 60 Hz; 3.0 A (maximum)

Models with 460 Watt power supplies

  • 100 - 127 (nominal) VAC; 50 - 60 Hz; 5.3 A (maximum)
  • 200 to 240 (nominal) VAC; 50 Hz or 60 Hz; 2.8 A

Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximately)

  • Minimum configuration: 0.038 kVA
  • Maximum configuration: 0.504 kVA

Btu output:

  • Ship configuration: 130 Btu/hour (38 watts)
  • Full configuration: 1720 Btu/hour (504 watts)

Acoustical noise emission levels

  • 6.5 bels (idling)
  • 6.5 bels (operating)

Note: The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) A-weighted sound power level, in bels, for a random sample of machines, typically configured and operating in idle mode (powered on, but no DASD read/write or other I/O activity). All measurements have been made in accordance with ANSI S12.10 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296.

These servers are intended for use as rack-drawer servers, and are tested and designed to operate in a horizontal position.


Operating Environment

Air Temperature

Server powered on

  • 10.0 degrees C to 35.0 degrees C (50 degrees F to 95 degrees F); altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3,000 ft)
  • 10.0 degrees C to 32.0 degrees C (50 degrees F to 89.6 degrees F); altitude: 914.4 m (3,000 ft) to 2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)

Server powered off

  • 10.0 degrees C to 43.0 degrees C (50 degrees F to 109.4 degrees F); maximum altitude: 2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)

Shipping

  • -40 degrees C to 60 degrees C (-40 degrees F to 140 degrees F)

Relative Humidity

8% to 80%

Maximum altitude

2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)


Hardware Requirements

For attended installation of an operating system, this server requires a compatible:

  • USB keyboard
  • USB mouse
  • Hard disk drive
  • Display

Unattended or remote installation can be performed without requiring some or all of these components. Review your unattended software installation program information for specific hardware configuration requirements.

For service, the server requires a compatible:

  • USB keyboard
  • USB mouse
  • Hard disk drive
  • Display

When having the unit serviced, plan to have these components attached to your server either directly or indirectly through a console.


Software Requirements

The following network operating systems are supported in the IBM System x3250 M4 Windows Server 2012:

  • Microsoft
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Enterprise x86 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x86 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x86 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008, Standard Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008, Premium Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, R2 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Enterprise x64 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x64 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x64 Edition
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2012
  • Linux
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server Edition
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server x64 Edition
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server with Xen x64 Edition
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.2 Server x64 Edition includes KVM
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.2 Server 32 bit Edition
  • SUSE
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 for x86
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 for AMD64/EM64T
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 for x86
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 for AMD64/EM64T
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T
  • VMware
    • VMware ESX 4.1 Update 2
    • VMware ESXi 4.1 Update 2
    • VMware vSphere 5

Note: For information on additional support, certification, version information, or network operating systems, visit

http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/


Compatibility

The System x3250 M4 systems contain licensed system programs that include set configuration, set features, and test programs. System BIOS (flash BIOS modified to IBM specifications) is loaded from a "flash" EEPROM into system memory. This BIOS provides instructions and interfaces designed to support the standard features of the server and to maintain compatibility with many current software programs.

To view detailed information about IBM and non-IBM devices, adapters, software, and network operating systems supported with System x servers, visit

http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/

Contact your IBM representative, IBM Business Partner, or refer to the IBM Sales Manual for information on the compatibility of hardware and software for IBM System x servers. The Sales Manual is updated periodically as new features and options that support these servers are announced.


Limitations

Wake on LAN is not supported if systems are improperly shut down.

Refer to the Software Requirements section for operating system limitations.

Document Location

Worldwide

Operating System

System x:Windows Server 2008

System x:Windows Server 2008 x86-64 & 2008 R2

System x:Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5

System x:Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 x86-64

System x:SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10

System x:SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 x86-64

System x:Red Hat Linux 6

System x:SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11

System x:SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 x86-64

System x:VMware ESX Server 4

System x:Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6

System x:Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 x86-64

System x:VMware vSphere 5.0

System x:VMware vSphere 5.0 x64

System x:Windows Server 2012

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Document Information

Modified date:
24 January 2019

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ibm1MIGR-5092549