IBM System x3530 M4 Product Manual page 3

The server offers two redundant hot-swap power supplies and up to six dual-motor redundant
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non-hot-swap fans to provide cost-efficient availability for applications.
The power source-independent light path diagnostics panel and optional individual light path LEDs
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quickly lead the technician to failed (or failing) components. These features simplify servicing, speed
up problem resolution, and improves system availability.
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) detects when system components (processors, memory, hard disk
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drives, fans, and power supplies) operate outside of standard thresholds and generates proactive
alerts in advance of possible failure, therefore increasing uptime.
Solid-state drives (SSDs) offer significantly better reliability than traditional mechanical HDDs for
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greater uptime.
Built-in Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) continuously monitors system parameters, triggers
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alerts, and performs recovery actions in case of failure, to minimize downtime.
Built-in diagnostics using Dynamic Systems Analysis (DSA) Preboot speeds up troubleshooting tasks
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to reduce service time.
Three-year customer replaceable unit and on-site 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 x3530 M4:
The server includes an Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) to monitor server availability and
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perform remote management.
An integrated industry-standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) enables improved
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setup, configuration, and updates, and simplifies error handling.
Integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) V1.2 support enables advanced cryptographic
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functionality, such as digital signatures and remote attestation.
Industry-standard AES NI support provides faster and stronger encryption.
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IBM Systems Director is included for proactive systems management. It offers comprehensive
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systems management tools that increase uptime, reduce costs, and improve productivity through
advanced server management capabilities.
Intel Execute Disable Bit functionality can help prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overflow
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attacks when combined with a supporting operating system.
Intel Trusted Execution Technology provides enhanced security through hardware-based resistance
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to malicious software attacks, allowing an application to run in its own isolated space protected from
all other software running on a system.
Energy efficiency
The x3530 M4 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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80 PLUS certified power supplies enable greater energy savings while providing flexibility to meet
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your business needs.
The Intel Xeon processor E5-2400 product family offers better performance over the previous
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generation, while fitting into the same TDP limits.
Intel Intelligent Power Capability powers individual processor elements on and off as needed, to
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reduce power draw.
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