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Figure 1-1 Rack-mount and deskside versions of the OpenPower 720
1.2.1 IBM eServer OpenPower 720 deskside
The OpenPower 720 is available as a deskside server that is ideal for environments requiring
the user to have local access to the hardware. A typical example of this would be applications
requiring a native graphics display.
To order an OpenPower 720 system as a deskside version, FC 7912 is required. The system
is designed to be set up by the customer and, in most cases, will not require the use of any
tools. Full set-up instructions are included with the system.
The GXT135P 2D graphics accelerator with analog and digital interfaces (FC 2849) is
available and is supported for SMS, firmware menus, and other low-level functions, as well as
when AIX or Linux starts the X11-based graphical user interface. Graphical AIX system tools
are usable for configuration management if the adapter is connected to the primary console,
such as the IBM L200p Flat-Panel Monitor (FC 3636), the IBM T541H 15-inch TFT Color
Monitor (FC 3637), or others.
1.2.2 IBM eServer OpenPower 720 rack-mounted
The OpenPower 720 is available as a 4U rack-mounted server and is intended to be installed
in a 19-inch rack, thereby enabling efficient use of computer room floor space. If the IBM
7014-T42 rack is used to mount the OpenPower 720, it is possible to place up to 10 systems
in an area of 644 mm (25.5 inches) x 1147 mm (45.2 inches).
To order an OpenPower 720 system as a rack-mounted version, FC 7914 is required.The
OpenPower 720 can be installed in IBM or OEM racks. Therefore you are required to select
one of the following features:
IBM Rack-mount Drawer Rail Kit (FC 7162)
OEM Rack-mount Drawer Rail Kit (FC 7163)
Included with the OpenPower 720 rack-mounted server packaging are all of the components
and instructions necessary to enable installation in a 19-inch rack using suitable tools.
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OpenPower 720 Technical Overview and Introduction
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