IBM System x3950 X6 Product Manual page 4

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, which is
protected from all other software running on a system.
Redundant Intel Platform Controller Hub (PCH) connections to the processors allow the platform to
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maintain access to networking, storage, and server management during a processor failure.
IBM eXFlash DIMMs support RAID 1 mirroring for data protection.
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Hot-swap drives support RAID redundancy for data protection and greater system uptime.
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Hot-swap I/O Books enabling you to install or replace adapters while the server is still running.
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Tool-less lid-less design provides front and rear access for easy upgrades and serviceability. There is
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no need to pull the server out of the rack to access internal components.
Hot-swap power supplies and hot-swap dual-motor redundant fans provide availability for
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mission-critical applications.
A new LCD diagnostics panel that is combined with individual light path diagnostic LEDs quickly lead
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the technician to failed (or failing) components, which simplifies servicing, speeds up problem
resolution, and helps improve system availability.
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) detects when system components (processors, VRMs, memory,
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HDDs, fans, and power supplies) operate outside of standard thresholds and generates proactive
alerts in advance of a possible failure, therefore increasing uptime.
Built-in Integrated Management Module Version II (IMM2) continuously monitors system parameters,
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triggers alerts, and performs recovering actions in case of failures to minimize downtime.
Includes two special Mezzanine LOM (ML2) adapter slots with support for adapters with either two 10
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Gb ports or 4 Gb ports. Supports direct connectivity to the IMM2 service processor for out-of-band
systems management.
Integrated industry-standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) enables improved setup,
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configuration, and updates, and simplifies error handling.
Two integrated Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) 1.2 support enables advanced cryptographic
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functionality, such as digital signatures and remote attestation.
Industry-standard Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) NI support for faster and stronger encryption.
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IBM Systems Director® provides proactive systems management. It offers comprehensive systems
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management tools that help increase uptime, reduce costs, and improve productivity through
advanced server management capabilities.
Solid-state drives (SSDs) offer better reliability than traditional mechanical HDDs for greater uptime.
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Built-in diagnostic tests, using Dynamic Systems Analysis (DSA) Preboot, speed up troubleshooting
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tasks to reduce service time.
Three-year customer-replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty, 9x5 next business day. Optional
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service upgrades are available.
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