Overview - System x3650 M4 HD - 5460

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Planned availability date: 29 November 2013

Overview

This 2U-high 2-socket high-density storage rack-optimized server features high-spindle hard disk drives and an on-board 12Gbps RAID controller. With an innovative design that delivers optimal balance of performance, uptime, and dense storage, it offers excellent reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) for an improved business environment. The IBM System x3650 M4 HD is designed for easy deployment, integration, service, and management. It is ideal for big data applications, cloud computing deployments, data management, and business-critical workloads.

Robust, dense storage server :

The x3650 M4 HD high-density storage server supports up to twenty-six 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs or sixteen 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs plus sixteen 1.8-inch SSDs. The x3650 M4 HD is ideal for high-performance, storage-intensive applications, including big data or business-critical workloads.

Optimized for storage and performance:

The x3650 M4 HD supports multiple RAID adapter configurations. Offering the latest Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2 series processors and advanced 1866 MHz memory support, the x3650 M4 HD delivers balanced performance and storage density. The powerful server offers an energy-smart, affordable pay-as-you-grow design to help manage costs and risks.

• Up to two 12-core powerful Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2 series processors
• Twenty-four DIMM (RDIMM/UDIMM/LRDIMM) slots that enable you to deploy up to 768 GB of memory with LRDIMMs, fast memory bandwidth with the ability to run up to 1866 MHz speed
• Integrated IBM ServeRAID M5210e on the motherboard, 12Gbps hardware RAID-0, RAID-1, RAID-10; optional RAID-5, RAID-50, or RAID-6, RAID-60 (model dependent), and up to 4 GB Flash-backed cache

  Note: The System x3650 M4 HD server will support 768 GB with 32 GB LR DIMM and 4GB Flash-backed cache when and if they become available.

• Support for up to 26 (24 in front and 2 in rear)(1) hot-swap SAS/SATA 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs or up to 16 hot-swap SAS/SATA 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs plus sixteen 1.8-inch hot-swap SSDs
• Support for Multiple RAID adapters configuration and booting from two rear HDDs/SSDs
• Highly functional chipset optimized for better application computing for business critical workloads
• Integrated quad Gigabit Ethernet ports for high I/O capacity, plus two optional embedded 10 GbE ports
• Up to six PCIe 3.0 I/O slots with optional PCI-X support, help provide flexibility and greater performance with long-term investment protection
• Energy-efficient design incorporating 550-watt ac, 750-watt ac, 900-watt ac, or 750-watt dc power supplies, up to eight cooling fans (four banks of counter-rotating dual fans), and energy-efficient planar components to help lower operational costs
• Compliance with 80 PLUS Platinum and ENERGY STAR (model dependent)

Manage with efficiency:

High availability, manageability, and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly, even from remote locations:

• IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager for advanced data center power notification and management to help achieve lower heat output and reduced cooling needs
• Snoop filters to boost processor performance
• Integrated SAS controller (IBM ServeRAID M5210e) for up to twenty-four 2.5-inch hot-swap HDD bays
• Memory mirroring, configurable using Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) setup
• Integrated Management Module 2 (IMM2) systems management processor
• Monitoring and control of operating status and key server components

Outstanding uptime :

• Redundant, hot-swap components that are designed to make it easy to replace failures without taking your system down
• Hot-swap, redundant fans with calibrated vectored cooling keep components cool, and feature simplified fan replacement
• Hot-swap, redundant power supplies to help reduce downtime
• Hot-swap, RAID protection disk that helps secure your data and reduce downtime
• Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) provides advanced warning on memory, disks, fans, and power supplies
• Fast and easy servicing through innovative light path diagnostics; displays a visible warning light indicator on the failing component inside the system
• IBM Director and web support
• Three-year, customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site labor(2), limited warranty(3); optional warranty service upgrades available

IBM Express models

New System x configurations are being added to the IBM Express Portfolio, designed and priced to meet the needs of midsized businesses. Reliable and easy to manage, Express models and configurations vary by country. They further enhance the ease of doing business with IBM by offering a robust portfolio of products supported by aggressive pricing and simplified incentives.

The latest System x Express models consist of relevant system configurations for the System x3650 M4 HD servers.

System x Express servers deliver robust capabilities while taking into account limited resources and budgets. Find the right hardware for your business needs today, while helping to protect your investments with flexible, scalable products that can grow with your business.

Key prerequisites

• Monitor, USB keyboard, and USB mouse

Note: PS/2-style keyboard and mouse are not supported.

At a glance

IBM System x3650 M4 HD Ultimate high-density storage server, designed for your big data or business-critical workloads:

• Ultrathin, high-availability, rack-optimized, 2U platform
• High-speed DDR-3 SDRAM Registered DIMMs standard; 24 DIMM (RDIMM/UDIMM/LRDIMM) slots that enable you to deploy up to 768 GB of memory with LRDIMMs, fast memory bandwidth with the ability to run up to 1866 MHz speed
• Integrated IBM ServeRAID M5210e on the systemboard, 12Gbps hardware RAID-0, RAID-1, RAID-10; optional RAID-5, RAID-50, or RAID-6, RAID-60 (model dependent), and up to 4 GB Flash-backed cache
• Support for up to 26 (24 in front and 2 in rear)(1) hot-swap SAS/SATA 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs or up to 16 hot-swap SAS/SATA 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs plus sixteen 1.8-inch hot-swap SSDs
• Support for multiple RAID adapters configuration and booting from two rear HDDs/SSDs(1)
• Up to six PCIe 3.0 slots on two processor model servers
• 550-watt ac, 750-watt ac, 900-watt ac, or 750-watt dc auto-ranging power supplies (optional redundant and hot-swap)
• Integrated systems management processor
• Integrated quad Gigabit Ethernet ports for high I/O capacity, plus two optional embedded 10 GbE ports
• One serial port (16550A-compatible), eight USB ports (two front, four back, two internal), and two video ports (front and rear), the front VGA and two USB ports are support through the use of optional IBM x3650 M4 HD Video and USB Breakout Cable

Warranty

• System - Three years
• Optional features - One year
• ServeRAID M5100 Battery - One year

Note: The ServeRAID M5100 Battery has a one year warranty period effective on its "Date of Installation". All other product warranty terms for the machine 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.

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

• Baffles
• Fillers
• Covers
• Slide kits and cable management arms or kits
• Misc parts kit
• Fan bracket kit
• Lift handle kit
• Battery trays and holders
• HDD, 4-slot hot-swap kit

Physical Specifications

Approximate Shipping dimensions and weight:

• Single Pack Dimensions L 38.5 x W 23.5 x H 16.14 in
  
• Single Pack Weight 114.7 lb
  
• Quantity per Pallet 6
  
• Pallet Load Dimensions L 48 x W 40 x H 52 in
• Pallet Load Weight 727.7 lb
• Estimated Safe Stacking 2 high
  

The IBM System x3650 M4 HD complies with ASHRAE class A3 specifications.

Power on:

• Temperature: 5 C to 40 C (41 F to 104 F) up to 950mm (3,117 ft) - Above 950m, de-rated maximum air temperature 1C / 175m
• Humidity, non-condensing: -12 C dew point (10.4 F) and 8% - 85% relative humidity
• Maximum dew point: 24 C (75 F)
• Maximum altitude: 3050 m (10,000 ft) and 5 C - 28 C (41 F - 82 F)
• Maximum rate of temperature change: 20 C/hr (68 F/hr) for HDDs

Power off:

• Temperature: 5 C to 45 C (41 F - 113 F)
• Relative humidity: 8% - 85%
• Maximum dew point: 27 C (80.6 F)

Storage (non-operating):

• Temperature: 1 C to 60 C (33.8 F - 140 F)
• Altitude: 3050 m (10,000 ft)
• Relative humidity: 5% - 80%
• Maximum dew point: 29 C (84.2 F)

Shipment (non-operating):

• Temperature: -40 C to 60 C (-40 F - 140 F)
• Altitude: 10,700 m (35,105 ft)
• Relative humidity: 5% - 100%
• Maximum dew point: 29 C (84.2 F)

Particulate contamination

Attention:

Design to ASHRAE Class A3, Temperature: 36 C - 40 C (96.8 F - 104 F) with relaxed support:

• Support cloud like workload with no performance degradation acceptable (Turbo-Off)
• Under no circumstance, can any combination of worst case workload an configuration result in system shutdown or design exposure at 40 C
• The worst case workload(like Linpack,Turbo-On ) may have performance degradation

Specific processors supported environment:

• Processor E5-2690 v1/135W Temperature: 10 C - 35 C (41 F - 95 F); Altitude :0 - 304.8 m (1,000 ft)

Hardware Requirements

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

• Keyboard
• Mouse
• HDD
• Display

Unattended or remote installation may 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:

• Keyboard
• Mouse
• HDD
• Display

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

Software Requirements

The following software products have been tested by IBM and software publishers in the latest available versions, and where appropriate, are or will soon be certified by the publisher to be compatible with the System x3650 M4 HD server.

Operating systems

• Microsoft
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2012
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x64 Edition
• Linux
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 11 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 11 for AMD64/EM64T
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 11 x86n for AMD64/EM64T
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Server x64 Edition
• VMware
  • VMware vSphere 5.1 (ESXi)

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

http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/

IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products, including those designated as ServerProven.

Compatibility

The System x3650 M4 HD server systems contain licensed system programs that include set configuration, set features, and test programs. System UEFI is loaded from a "flash" EEPROM into system memory. This UEFI provides instructions and interfaces designed to support the standard features of the x3650 M4 and to maintain compatibility with many current software programs.

For detailed information about IBM and non-IBM devices, adapters, software, and network operating systems supported with xSeries servers, visit

http://www-03.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/

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

Limitations

• The System x3650 M4 HD server contains a single, configurable serial port. It can be configured to be operating-system-controlled, service-processor-controlled, or shared between the two. You can set the configuration by UEFI configuration. The default configuration from the factory is in the shared position. In the shared position, the service processor controls the port until the operating system is running, then the operating system takes control. The service processor can regain control of the port for user-configured dial-out situations or if the operating system is not available, but operating system control cannot be reestablished without resetting the server.
• System x3650 M4 HD servers can address a maximum of 768 GB of system memory. All supported system memory is addressable through direct memory access. The System x3650 M4 HD server supports 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB DDR-3 SDRAM Registered DIMMs, 16 GB, or 32 GB LRDIMM or 8 GB UDIMM. Different types of DIMMs can not coexist in the same system. Refer to the PLANNING INFORMATION section for supported memory options.
• To ensure proper air flow for cooling, the System x3650 M4 HD server requires a rack with a perforated door, such as the NetBAY25 SR. An alternative is to remove the front door of rack cabinets where the door panel is of solid construction.
• Microprocessor upgrades must be of the same type and clock speed. Mixing microprocessors of different speeds or cache size is not supported.
• Regarding the used of solid-state disk drives, solid-state memory cells have an intrinsic, finite number of write cycles that each cell can incur. As a result, each solid-state device has a maximum amount of write cycles to which it can be subjected, documented as Total Bytes Written (TBW). IBM is not responsible for replacement of hardware that has reached the maximum guaranteed number of write cycles. This limit may be revealed as the device failing to respond to system-generated commands or becoming incapable of being written to. Additional information is available at

  http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/x/options/storage/solidstate/index.html

  Note: Refer to the SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS section for operating system limitations.