Chapter 1. The System X3850 M2 And System X3950 M2 Server; Related Documentation - IBM 71412RU User Manual

Chapter 1. The System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 server

The IBM
are 4-U
environments that require superior microprocessor performance, efficient asset
management, flexibility, and large amounts of reliable data storage.
When they are available, you can purchase one or more SMP expansion kits to
interconnect System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 servers to create multi-node
configurations of two, three, or four nodes, for up to a 16-socket operation.
Performance, ease of use, reliability, and expansion capabilities were key
considerations in the design of the server. These design features make it possible
for you to customize the system hardware to meet your needs today and provide
flexible expansion capabilities for the future.
The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the
warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Warranty Information
document.
The server contains IBM Enterprise X-Architecture
increase performance and reliability. For more information, see "What your server
offers" on page 6 and "Reliability, availability, and serviceability" on page 8.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/.

Related documentation

This User's Guide contains general information about the server, including how to
install supported optional devices and how to configure the server. The following
documentation also comes with the server:
v Installation Guide
v Warranty Information
v Safety Information
v Rack Installation Instructions
v Problem Determination and Service Guide
1. Racks are measured in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches) each. Each increment is called a "U." A 1-U-high device is
1.75 inches tall.
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System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Types 7141 and 7233 servers
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-high, high-performance servers. They are ideally suited for networking
This printed document contains instructions for setting up the server and basic
instructions for installing some optional devices.
This printed document contains information about the terms of the warranty.
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains translated
caution and danger statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears
in the documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding
statement in your language in the Safety Information document.
This printed document contains instructions for installing the server in a rack.
This document is in PDF on the IBM Documentation CD. It contains information
to help you solve problems yourself, and it contains information for service
technicians.
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technologies, which help
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