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System x3550 M5
Lenovo Press Product Guide
Designed in a compact, versatile 1U two-socket rack server, the System x3550 M5 rack server fuels
almost any workload from infrastructure to high-performance computing (HPC) to cloud or big data with
leadership security, efficiency, and reliability. Integrated with up to two Intel Xeon processors of the
E5-2600 v3 product family with faster, energy-efficient TruDDR4 Memory, the x3550 M5 delivers
exceptional performance. Storage can include up to 12 drives in an impressive selection of sizes and
types.
Suggested use : Database, virtualization and cloud computing, infrastructure security, systems
management, enterprise applications, collaboration/email, streaming media, web, and HPC.
The following figure shows the System x3550 M5.
Figure 1. The System x3550 M5
Did you know?
The x3550 M5 incorporates energy smart features for minimized costs and efficient performance. Dual
fan zones support operation in up to 40°C environments. 80 PLUS Titanium power supply units (PSUs)
can deliver 96% efficiency at 50% load.
The x3550 M5 has outstanding memory performance that is achieved by supporting
two-RDIMM-per-channel configurations at speeds up to 12% faster than the Intel specification, while still
maintaining world-class reliability.
System x® servers achieved the highest reliability of any x86 servers (ITIC 2014-2015 Global Server
Hardware, Server OS Reliability Survey:
http://public.dhe.ibm.com/common/ssi/ecm/en/xsl03126usen/XSL03126USEN.PDF
The x3550 M5 integrates leadership security and reliability. System x Trusted Platform Assurance, an
exclusive set of System x features and practices, establishes a foolproof security foundation for your
workloads. Enterprise-class data protection is provided with optional self-encrypting drives and simple,
centralized key management through IBM Security Key Lifecycle Management. Diagnostic tools facilitate
reduced downtime and costs.
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  • Page 1 System x3550 M5 Lenovo Press Product Guide Designed in a compact, versatile 1U two-socket rack server, the System x3550 M5 rack server fuels almost any workload from infrastructure to high-performance computing (HPC) to cloud or big data with leadership security, efficiency, and reliability. Integrated with up to two Intel Xeon processors of the E5-2600 v3 product family with faster, energy-efficient TruDDR4 Memory, the x3550 M5 delivers exceptional performance.

  • Page 2: Key Features

    Key features The System x3550 M5 is a cost- and density-balanced 1U, 2-socket business-critical server, offering improved performance and pay-as-you grow flexibility along with new features that improve server management capability. New, innovative, energy-smart design with powerful high-performance processors, a large capacity of high-performing DDR4 memory, and an improved feature set are ideal for business-critical applications and cloud deployments.
  • Page 3 Intel Trusted Execution Technology provides enhanced security through hardware-based resistance  to malicious software attacks, allowing an application to run in its own isolated space protected from all other software running on a system. System x3550 M5...
  • Page 4 Locations of key components and connectors The following figure shows the front of the server. Figure 2. Front view of the System x3550 M5 System x3550 M5...
  • Page 5 The following figure shows the rear of the x3550 M5 server with three PCIe low profile slots. Figure 3. Rear view of the System x3550 M5 The following figure shows the locations of key components inside the server. Figure 4. Inside view of the System x3550 M5...
  • Page 6 (not present if the HDD Rear Kit is installed) Slot 3: PCIe 3.0 x16 or PCIe 3.0 x8; low profile, half-length  Slot 4: PCIe 3.0 x8 (dedicated for an internal RAID controller)  System x3550 M5...
  • Page 7 Rack Installation Instructions  Documentation CD containing Installation and User's Guide  System x3550 M5 Slide Kit G4  2.8 m C13-C14 power cord (one for models with one power supply and two for models with two power  supplies) Note: Cable Management Arm (CMA) is not included.

  • Page 8: Standard Models

    * x in the Machine Type Model (MTM) represents a country-specific letter (for example, the EMEA MTM is 5463-A2G, and the US MTM is 5463-A2U). Ask a Lenovo representative for specifics. ** Titanium power supply; supports 200-240 V AC only.
  • Page 9 § For these models, the standard DIMM is rated at 2133 MHz, but operates at a lower speed to match the processor memory speed. Actual memory speed maximums depend on several factors, as described in "Memory options". System x3550 M5...
  • Page 10 § For these models, the standard DIMM is rated at 2133 MHz, but operates at a lower speed to match the processor memory speed. Actual memory speed maximums depend on several factors, as described in "Memory options". System x3550 M5...
  • Page 11 § For these models, the standard DIMM is rated at 2133 MHz, but operates at a lower speed to match the processor memory speed. Actual memory speed maximums depend on several factors, as described in "Memory options". System x3550 M5...
  • Page 12 § For these models, the standard DIMM is rated at 2133 MHz, but operates at a lower speed to match the processor memory speed. Actual memory speed maximums depend on several factors, as described in "Memory options". Refer to the Specifications section for information about standard features of the server. System x3550 M5...

  • Page 13: Processor Options

    00MU405 ASCR / ASD2 Intel Xeon Processor E5-2698 v3 16C 2.3GHz 40MB Cache 2133MHz 135W - 00KF584 ARZ8 / ARZ9 Intel Xeon Processor E5-2699 v3 18C 2.3GHz 45MB Cache 2133MHz 145W M2x * The first feature code is for the first processor; the second feature code is for the second processor. System x3550 M5...

  • Page 14: Memory Options

    Memory options System x3550 M5 supports TruDDR4 Memory. TruDDR Memory uses the highest-quality components sourced from Tier 1 DRAM suppliers and only memory that meets our strict requirements is selected. It is compatibility tested and tuned on every System x server to maximize performance and reliability.
  • Page 15 2 DIMMs per channel 2133 MHz 2133 MHz 2133 MHz 2133 MHz 3 DIMMs per channel 1600 MHz 1600 MHz 1866 MHz 1866 MHz ** The maximum quantity that is supported is shown for two processors installed. System x3550 M5...
  • Page 16 PC4-17000 CL15 2133MHz LP RDIMM CPU) LRDIMMs - 2133 MHz 46W0800 A5B9 32GB TruDDR4 Memory (4Rx4, 1.2V) 24 (12 per PC417000 CL15 2133MHz LP LRDIMM CPU) 95Y4812 A5UK 64GB TruDDR4 Memory (4Rx4,1.2V) 24 (12 per PC4-17000 CL15 2133MHz LP LRDIMM CPU) System x3550 M5...

  • Page 17: Internal Storage

    Internal storage The System x3550 M5 server supports the following internal drive bay configurations: 4x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap drive bay server models that can be upgraded to 8x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap drive bays 10x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap drive bay server models that can be upgraded to 12x 2.5-inch SAS/SATA hot-swap drive bays (10x front drive bays and 2x rear drive bays) 4x 2.5-inch SATA Simple Swap drive bay server models that can be upgraded to 8x 2.5-inch SATA...
  • Page 18 System x3550 M5 4x 2.5" SS HDD Kit PLUS, Non-Raid 00KA060 A5A7 System x3550 M5 4x 2.5" SS HDD Kit PLUS, HW RAID * Available in standard or CTO models. ** Available in CTO models only. Base drive kits are always factory installed in either standard or custom (CTO) models. Upgrade drive kits can be factory installed or can be installed as a field upgrade for supported standard or custom models.
  • Page 19 Drive bay type Storage controller Drive kits required 2.5-inch SAS/SATA 1x M1215; or Factory installed:  hot-swap 1x M5210; or 1x System x3550 M5 4x 2.5" HS HDD Kit (FC   A59W) 1x N2215  1x M1215; or Factory installed: ...
  • Page 20 1x System x3550 M5 4x 2.5" SS HDD Kit,  (no RAID support) Non-Raid (FC A59Y) 1x M1215; or Factory installed:  1x M5210; or 1x System x3550 M5 4x 2.5" SS HDD Kit, HW   RAID (FC A5A6) 1x N2215  Integrated 8-port Factory installed: ...

  • Page 21: Controllers For Internal Storage

    ServeRAID M5200 Series Performance Accelerator 47C8712 A3Z8 ServeRAID M5200 Series SSD Caching Enabler Features on Demand upgrades for the M1215 00AE930 A5H5 ServeRAID M1200 Zero Cache/RAID 5 Upgrade for FOD * Requires cache memory upgrade (47C8656, 47C8660, 47C8664, or 47C8668). System x3550 M5...
  • Page 22 Optimized for SSD performance  No RAID support  PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface  Based on the LSI SAS3008 12 Gbps controller  For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the RAID adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/raid System x3550 M5...
  • Page 23 1.6TB 12G SAS 2.5" MLC G3HS Enterprise SSD 2.5-inch hot-swap 12 Gbps SAS SED Enterprise SSDs 00FN419 AS7L 400GB SED 12G SAS 2.5" MLC G3HS Enterprise SSD 00FN424 AS7M 800GB SED 12G SAS 2.5" MLC G3HS Enterprise SSD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 24 00AJ141 A4TX 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 2.5" G3HS HDD 2.5-inch simple-swap 6 Gbps NL SATA HDDs 00NA597 ASLC 500GB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 2.5" G3SS HDD 00NA622 ASLD 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 2.5" G3SS HDD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 25 3.5-inch hot-swap 12 Gbps NL SAS HDDs 00FN188 A5VP 2TB 7.2K 12Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e HDD 00FN208 A5VQ 4TB 7.2K 12Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e HDD 00FN228 A5VR 6TB 7.2K 12Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e HDD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 26 4TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2SS HDD 00FN148 A5VJ 4TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2SS 512e HDD 00FN163 A5VL 5TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2SS 512e HDD 00FN178 A5VN 6TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2SS 512e HDD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 27 A57H 480GB SATA 3.5" MLC HS Enterprise Value SSD 00FN357 AS0L 480GB SATA 3.5" MLC HS Entry SSD 00AJ450 A57J 800GB SATA 3.5" MLC HS Enterprise Value SSD 00FN362 AS0M 960GB SATA 3.5" MLC HS Entry SSD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 28 CD-R 24X  CD-RW 4X  High-Speed CD-RW 10X  Ultra Speed CD-RW 24X  DVD-R 8X  DVD+R 8X  DVD-R DL 6X  DVD+R DL 6X  DVD-RW 6X  DVD+RW 8X  DVD-RAM 5X  System x3550 M5...
  • Page 29 Slot 3: PCIe 3.0 x16 or PCIe 3.0 x8; low profile, half-length  Slot 4: PCIe 3.0 x8 (dedicated for an internal RAID controller)  The locations of the PCIe slots are shown in the following figure. Figure 6. PCIe slot locations System x3550 M5...
  • Page 30 00KA063 A5AH System x3550 M5 PCIe Riser 1 (1x ML2 x16 CPU0) Riser 2 (supplies slots 2 and 3) 00KA062 A5AC System x3550 M5 PCIe Riser 2, 1 CPU (2xLP, LP x8 CPU0 + LP x8 CPU0) None* A5AD System x3550 M5 PCIe Riser 2, 1-2 CPU (FHHL x16...

  • Page 31: Network Adapters

    Optionally, the x3550 M5 server supports ML2 adapters that are installed in the custom ML2 slot provided by the PCIe ML2 riser card (part number 00KA063). This slot supports adapters with either two 10 Gb ports or four Gigabit ports and supports direct connectivity to the IMM2 service processor for out-of-band systems management. System x3550 M5...
  • Page 32 Qlogic 8200 Dual Port 10GbE SFP+ VFA for System x* 00Y5624 A3MT Qlogic 8200 VFA FCoE/iSCSI License for System x (FoD) (Features on Demand upgrade for 90Y4600 - one for each adapter) 47C9952 A47H Solarflare SFN5162F 2x10GbE SFP+ Performant Adapter* System x3550 M5...
  • Page 33 Intel I350-T4 4xGbE BaseT Adapter for System x * SFP+ and QSFP+ based adapters require supported transceivers or DAC cables that must be purchased separately. For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Networking adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/networkadapters System x3550 M5...
  • Page 34 QLogic 8Gb FC Single-port HBA for System x 00AE912 A5M0 N2225 SAS/SATA HBA for System x 00AE916 A5M1 N2226 SAS/SATA HBA for System x For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Host bus adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/hba System x3550 M5...
  • Page 35 NVIDIA Quadro K600 None* ASPP NVIDIA Quadro K620 * These GPU adapters are available only through Special Bid or CTO. If the NVIDIA Quadro adapter is installed, the maximum memory that can be installed is 1 TB. System x3550 M5...
  • Page 36 Important: It is highly recommended to validate server configuration for specific power requirements using the latest version of the System x Power Configurator: http://www.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/resources/powerconfig.html This will ensure that the right power supply is chosen for optimal performance. System x3550 M5...
  • Page 37 Power Cord Taiwan AC plug 10A/250V, 2.8M; OPT 00CG267 A53F Power Cord Taiwan AC plug 15A/125V; 2.8M; OPT 46M2592 A1RF 10A/250V C13 to NEMA 6-15P 2.8m line cord 46M2593 A1RE Japan 10A/100V C13 to JIS C-8303 2.8m line cord System x3550 M5...

  • Page 38: Integrated Virtualization

    RAID Adapter for SD Media w/ VMware ESXi 5.5 U2 (1 SD Media) * Option 00ML706 includes two 32GB SD cards; however, for CTO orders, feature code A5TJ does not include SD media and the 32 GB cards and VMware vSphere preload must be selected separately. ** CTO only. System x3550 M5...

  • Page 39: Systems Management

    The following table lists the remote management option. Table 21. Remote management option Part Feature Description Maximum number code supported 90Y3901 A1ML Integrated Management Module Advanced Upgrade System x3550 M5...
  • Page 40 IBM SKLM for System x w/SEDs - FoD per Install w/3Yr S&S Latin America, Europe, Middle East and Africa 00FP648 A5U1 IBM SKLM for System x w/SEDs - FoD per Install w/1Yr S&S 00FP649 AS6C IBM SKLM for System x w/SEDs - FoD per Install w/3Yr S&S System x3550 M5...

  • Page 41: Operating Systems

    Shipment: -40 °C to +60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F) at up to 10,700 m (35,105 ft)  Humidity:  Server on: 8% to 85%, maximum dew point 24 °C, maximum rate of change 5 °C/hr  Server off: 8% to 85%, maximum dew point 27 °C  System x3550 M5...
  • Page 42 Minimum configuration: 0.14 kVA  Maximum configuration: 1.237 kVA  BTU output:  Minimum configuration: 461 Btu/hr (135 watts)  Maximum configuration: 6667 Btu/hr (1954 watts)  Noise level:  6.6 bels (operating)  6.4 bels (idle)  System x3550 M5...
  • Page 43 Warranty options The System x3550 M5 has a three-year warranty with 24x7 standard call center support and 9x5 Next Business Day onsite coverage. Also available are Lenovo Services 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.
  • Page 44 Lenovo server. In the unlikely event of a hard drive failure, you retain possession of your hard drive while Lenovo replaces the failed drive part. Your data stays safely on your premises, in your hands.

  • Page 45: Regulatory Compliance

    00AE938 A5ND ServeRAID M5225-2GB SAS/SATA Controller Feature on Demand (FoD) upgrades for the M5225 47C8706 A3Z5 ServeRAID M5200 Series RAID 6 Upgrade 47C8710 A3Z7 ServeRAID M5200 Series Performance Accelerator 47C8712 A3Z8 ServeRAID M5200 Series SSD Caching Enabler System x3550 M5...
  • Page 46 EXP2512 Storage Enclosure 610024X EXP2524 Storage Enclosure Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 support For details about supported drives and cables for the Lenovo ThinkServer SA120, see the Lenovo Press Product Guide: http://lenovopress.com/tips1234 EXP2512 and EXP2524 support The external SAS cables listed in the following table support connectivity between external expansion enclosures and the ServeRAID M5225 SAS/SATA Controller.
  • Page 47 600GB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 00NC567 900GB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 00NC569 1.2TB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 2.5" SAS HS SSDs 00NC573 200GB 6Gb SAS 2.5" SSD 00NC575 400GB 6Gb SAS 2.5" SSD System x3550 M5...
  • Page 48 6099L2C Storwize V3700 3.5-inch Storage Controller Unit 6099S2C Storwize V3700 2.5-inch Storage Controller Unit 6099T2C Storwize V3700 2.5-inch DC Storage Controller Unit For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the System Storage category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/externalstorage System x3550 M5...
  • Page 49 * The external tape drives listed can be ordered through the System x sales channel. The server might support other tape drives that are not listed in this table. Refer to the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center for further information. For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Backup units category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/tape System x3550 M5...
  • Page 50 The server supports the top-of-rack Ethernet switches listed in the following table. Table 32. Top-of-rack switches Part number Description 1 Gb top-of-rack switches 7159BAX Lenovo RackSwitch G7028 (Rear to Front) 7159CAX Lenovo RackSwitch G7052 (Rear to Front) 7159G52 Lenovo RackSwitch G8052 (Rear to Front) 10 Gb top-of-rack switches...
  • Page 51 RT11kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC) 55948PX RT8kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC) 55949PX RT11kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC) For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Power infrastructure category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/power System x3550 M5...
  • Page 52 DPI 63amp/250 V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 2P+Gnd connector 39Y8938 30 amp/125 V Front-end PDU with NEMA L5-30P connector 39Y8939 30 amp/250 V Front-end PDU with NEMA L6-30P connector 39Y8940 60 amp/250 V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 60A 2P+N+Gnd connector System x3550 M5...
  • Page 53 0U 24 C13 32A PDU 46M4140 0U 12 C19/12 C13 60A 3 Phase PDU 46M4143 0U 12 C19/12 C13 32A 3 Phase PDU For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Power infrastructure category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/power System x3550 M5...
  • Page 54 System 42U Expansion Rack 93634DX PureFlex System 42U Expansion Rack 93634AX PureFlex System 42U Rack 93634CX PureFlex System 42U Rack For more information, see the list of Product Guides in the Rack cabinets and options category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/rack System x3550 M5...

  • Page 55: Rack Options

    Part number Feature code Description Miscellaneous options for the x3550 M5 00KA606 A5AK System x3550 M5 Slide Kit G4 (included with the server) 00KA607 A5AL System x Enterprise 1U Cable Management Arm (CMA) 00KA500 A5FW System x Gen-II Universal Slides Kit...
  • Page 56 For you, this dedication provides a high-quality, easy, and positive financing experience. For your region specific offers please ask your Lenovo sales representative or your technology provider about the use of Lenovo Financial Services. For more information, see the following Lenovo website: http://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/us/en/financial_services.html...
  • Page 57 Related publications and links For more information, see these resources: System x3550 M5 product page  http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/rack/x3550m5/index.html System x3550 M5 Type 5463 Installation and Service Guide  http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/systemx/documentation/topic/com.ibm.sysx.5463.doc/r_printable_doc .html US Announcement Letter - May 5, 2015  http://ibm.com/common/ssi/cgi-bin/ssialias?infotype=dd&subtype=ca&&htmlfid=897/ENUS115-066 US Announcement Letter - September 9, 2014 ...
  • Page 58 Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment.
  • Page 59 Trademarks Lenovo, For Those Who Do and the Lenovo logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. These and other Lenovo trademarked terms are marked on their first occurrence in this information with the appropriate symbol (® or ™), indicating US registered or common law trademarks owned by Lenovo at the time this information was published.

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