IBM System x3100 M5 Product Manual page 3

The Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) detects when system components (for example, processors,
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memory, and hard disk drives) operate outside of standard thresholds and generates pro-active alerts
in advance of possible failure, therefore increasing uptime.
Built-in Integrated Management Module Version II (IMM2) continuously monitors system health,
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triggers alerts, and performs recovering actions in case of failures to minimize downtime.
Built-in diagnostic tests using Dynamic Systems Analysis (DSA) Preboot speeds up troubleshooting
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tasks to reduce service time.
A DVD-ROM drive is standard in a dedicated bay for easy software installation.
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Redundant hot-swap power supports on some models helps keep the server always running
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One-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty, next business day 9x5. Optional
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service upgrades are available.
Manageability and security
Powerful systems management features simplify local and remote management of the x3100 M5:
The server includes an Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) to monitor server availability and
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perform remote management (some features require optional license upgrades).
Integrated industry-standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) enables improved setup,
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configuration, and updates, and simplifies error handling.
Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 support enables advanced cryptographic functions,
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such as digital signatures and remote attestation.
Intel Xeon Processor E3-1200 v3 family supports Industry-standard Advanced Encryption Standard
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(AES) NI support for faster, stronger encryption.
IBM Systems Director is included for proactive systems management. It offers comprehensive
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systems management tools that help to increase up-time, reduce costs, and improve productivity
through advanced server management capabilities.
The Intel Execute Disable Bit function can help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overflow
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attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
Energy efficiency
The x3100 M5 offers the following energy-efficiency features to save energy, reduce operational costs,
increase energy availability, and contribute to a green environment:
Energy-efficient planar components help lower operational costs.
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Available 350 W power supply, 300 W 80 PLUS Bronze certified power supply, or 430 W hot-swap 80
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PLUS Silver certified power supply.
With the addition of the Operating Temperature Enhancement Kit, the server supports the ASHRAE
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A3 standard, which means the server can operate in temperatures as high as 40°C. This means
potential savings in environmental cooling costs.
The Intel Xeon processor E3-1200 v3 product family offers significantly better performance over the
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previous generation while fitting into the same thermal design power (TDP) limits.
Low-voltage Intel Xeon processors draw less energy to satisfy demands of power and thermally
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constrained data centers and telecommunication environments.
The server uses hexagonal ventilation holes, a part of IBM Calibrated Vectored Cooling™ technology.
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Hexagonal holes can be grouped more densely than round holes, providing more efficient airflow
through the system.
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