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The System x3250 M3 server includes:
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Ultrathin, rack-optimized, 1U-high form factor
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The latest Intel® Xeon® and Core i3 processors
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Standard system DDR-3 ECC memory including 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB UDIMMs
and 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB RDIMMs (support for UDIMM or RDIMM is
processor dependent)
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Latest 2 GB memory technology
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Integrated Serial-ATA (SATA) and Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) controllers,
depending on model
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Two PCI-Express x8 slots
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Two PCI-e x8 Gen2 or optional one PCI-e x8 and one PCI-X (PCI-x for CTO/
special bid; one dedicated PCI-e x4 slot for RAID controller)
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Two 3.5-inch HDDs or four 2.5-inch HDDs
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Hardware-based RAID striping (RAID-0) and mirroring (RAID-1) standard without
consuming an I/O expansion slot, standard for hot-swap models, optional for
simple swap models (optional hardware RAID-5, depending on model)
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351-watt, voltage-sensing power supply; high-efficiency power supply (CTO only)
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Integrated, dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers; SATA controller
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Seven USB ports (two front, four rear, one internal), two Ethernet ports, one
serial port, and one video port
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Integrated Matrox graphics controller with 16 MB video memory
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Optional Hardware Key for remote presence
For ordering, contact your IBM® representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM
Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: SE001).
IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226
IBM United States Hardware Announcement
110-226, dated October 7, 2010
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Integrated Matrox graphics controller with 16 MB video memory • Optional Hardware Key for remote presence For ordering, contact your IBM® representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: SE001). IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226...

  • Page 2: Overview

    OEM appliance solutions Go green and save energy The System x3250 M3 is an excellent appliance box and occupies the same area as many Ethernet switches, enabling more efficient use of existing data center space. Quiet fans minimize noise in your office environment.

  • Page 3: Planned Availability Date

    This uniprocessor, entry rack server delivers a solid range of performance by combining the latest Intel Pentium® and Core i3 processors with high-speed DDR3 ECC memory. The System x3250 M3 server uses the Intel chipset to optimize throughput from processors to memory and to the PCI-E bus. Additional features include: •...
  • Page 4 The System x3250 M3 server also features IBM Director -- a powerful, highly integrated systems management software solution built on industry standards and designed for ease of use. Now you can take control of your IT environment and manage physically dispersed IT assets more efficiently.

  • Page 5: Product Positioning

    The System x3250 M3 server includes a number of tools and programs that make ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM can help you purchase a server, get it running, and keep it running over the long haul. IBM can help your company maintain ownership of technology leadership servers.
  • Page 6 As part of the IBM family of proven solutions that balance innovation, experience, and energy for our clients' business prosperity, the System x3250 M3 server has been enhanced to more effectively help clients address and resolve issues around business continuity, IT security and optimization, and infrastructure management and growth.

  • Page 7: Product Number

    Product number The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries® 4251, 4252, 7328, 7376, 7377, 7379, 7380, 7944, and 7945 machine types: Description Model Feature 2GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8, 1.5V) PC3-10600 CL9 ECC DDR3 1333MHz LP RDIMM...
  • Page 8 Essential Package 7377 A10D Enhanced Package 7377 A10E Elite Package 7377 A10F Essential Package 7377 A10G Enhanced Package 7377 A10H Elite Package 7377 A10J IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation...
  • Page 9 Enhanced Package 7328 A12E Elite Package 7328 A12F Essential Package 7328 A12G Enhanced Package 7328 A12H Elite Package 7328 A12J Essential Package 7944 A12K IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation...

  • Page 10: Publications

    4252A2U 4252B2U Business Partner information If you are a Direct Reseller - System Reseller acquiring products from IBM, you may link directly to Business Partner information for this announcement. A PartnerWorld ID and password are required (use IBM ID). https://www.ibm.com/partnerworld/mem/sla.jsp?num=110-226...
  • Page 11 System x and BladeCenter support services Recommended core technical support When you buy IBM System x technology, include the support services you need -- to help keep both your hardware and software working for you, day after day, at peak performance. It's your first step toward helping to protect your investment and sustain high levels of system availability.

  • Page 12: Technical Information

    Video subsystem • Matrox G200 Video Core • Integrated on planar and connected to the PCI bus • Support for DDR2 SDRAM external memory IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation...
  • Page 13 Weight: – Minimum configuration: 11.0 kg (24.4 lb) – Maximum configuration: 12.7 kg (28 lb) System x3250 M3 servers are intended for use as rack-drawer servers and are tested and designed to operate in a horizontal position. Standards These systems support or comply with the following standards: •...
  • Page 14 Display When having the unit serviced, plan to have these components attached to your server either directly or indirectly via a console switch. Software requirements The following network operating systems are supported in the System x3250 M3 server: • Microsoft:...
  • Page 15 – Windows Small Business Server 2008 Premium Edition – Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition Note: For additional support, certification, and version information on network operating systems, visit IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation...
  • Page 16 Designated as customer setup. Customer setup instructions are shipped with the system. Bay configuration The System x3250 M3 server contains three or five drive bays. One bay contains the standard optical drive. • Two 3.5-inch, slim-high bays located side-by-side on the lower front section of the server support installation of various SATA or SAS HDDs.
  • Page 17 – Diagnostics (CD) – ServerGuide (CD) – IBM Director (CD) – Contents flyer System x3250 M3 models are shipped as a single package. The country kit carton is contained inside the top portion of the system unit carton. Supplies None...

  • Page 18: Terms And Conditions

    Please consult with your advisors about the appropriate financial treatment for this offering. 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 that replaces a previously installed part or feature assumes the remainder of the warranty period for the replaced part or feature.
  • Page 19 IBM at any time on your request. A CRU is designated as being either a Tier 1 (mandatory) or a Tier 2 (optional) CRU. Installation of Tier 1 CRUs, as specified in this announcement, is your responsibility.
  • Page 20 IBM machine. The area must be clean, well lit, and suitable for the purpose. On-site Service is not available in all countries, and some countries have kilometer or mileage limitations from an IBM service center. In those locations where On-site Service is not available, the normal in-country service delivery is used.
  • Page 21 If your problem can be resolved with a CRU (for example, keyboard, mouse, speaker, memory, or hard disk drive), IBM will ship the CRU to you for you to install. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your machine and are available from IBM at any time on your request.
  • Page 22 A CRU will be provided as part of the machine's standard warranty CRU Service except that you may install a Tier 1 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service designated for your machine.

  • Page 23: Pricing

    If IBM has a Technical Service Agreement with the manufacturer of the failing part, or if the failing part is an accommodations part (a part with an IBM FRU label), IBM may also source and replace the failing part at no additional charge. For all other non-IBM parts, customers are responsible for sourcing the parts.
  • Page 24 The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries 4251 machine type: Initial/ MES/ Model Feature Both Description number number support CSU MES 2GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8, 1.5V) PC3-10600 CL9 ECC DDR3 1333MHz LP RDIMM 1712...
  • Page 25 The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries 4252 machine type: Initial/ MES/ Model Feature Both Description number number support CSU MES 2GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8, 1.5V) PC3-10600 CL9 ECC DDR3 1333MHz LP RDIMM 1712...
  • Page 26 CSU MES 2GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8, 1.5V) PC3-10600 CL9 ECC DDR3 1333MHz LP UDIMM 1913 Initial Initial The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries 7328 machine type: Initial/ MES/ Model Feature Both Description...
  • Page 27 Secondary Array 22 HDDs A0T0 Initial Initial Secondary Array 23 HDDs A0T1 Initial Initial Secondary Array 24 HDDs A0T2 Initial Initial Secondary Array 25 HDDs A0T3 Initial IBM United States Hardware Announcement 110-226 IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation...
  • Page 28 A10G Initial Initial Enhanced Package A10H Initial Initial Elite Package A10J Initial Initial The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries 7379 machine type: Initial/ MES/ Model Feature Both Description number number support CSU MES...
  • Page 29 Elite Package A12C Initial Initial The following are newly announced features on the specified models of the IBM xSeries 7944 machine type: Initial/ MES/ Model Feature Both Description number number support CSU MES Essential Package A12K Initial Initial Enhanced Package...
  • Page 30 44T1570 2GB (1x2GB, 1Rx8, 1.5V) PC3-10600 CL9 ECC DDR3 1333MHz LP UDIMM Maintenance charges For additional information on maintenance and pricing, contact your IBM sales representative or your IBM Business Partner, or call 1-800-IBM-CALL (1-800-426-2255). ServicePac for Warranty and Maintenance...

  • Page 31: Order Now

    Order now To order, contact the Americas Call Centers or your local IBM representative, or your IBM Business Partner. To identify your local IBM representative or IBM Business Partner, call 800-IBM-4YOU (426-4968).
  • Page 32 IBM products and services which are announced and available in your country can be ordered under the applicable standard agreements, terms, conditions, and prices in effect at the time. IBM reserves the right to modify or withdraw this announcement at any time without notice. This announcement is provided for your information only.

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