Overview - IBM System x3250 M4 Express model (2583-PBM)

Features of the new IBM System x3250 M4 Express model server include:

• 1U rack
• Intel Xeon E3-1220v2 processor
• Integrated Serial-ATA (SATA) controller
• Two PCI Express I/O expansion slots
• Four 2.5-inch hot-swap SAS/SATA
• 460 Watt redundant power supply
• System management support
• I/O ports
  • Seven USB ports; two in front, four in rear, and one internal
  • Integrated 1 Gigabit Dual-Port Ethernet with RJ-45
  • One software compatible serial port
  • One Video Graphics Array (VGA) port

The IBM System x3250 M4 Express model (type 2583-PBM) is a single-socket 1U rack server designed for small businesses and first-time server buyers looking for a solution to improve business efficiency. The IBM System x3250 M4 Express model delivers several innovative features in a compact 1U form factor, with a competitive price. The IBM System x3250 M4 Express model provides next-generation performance in an innovative and compact design, with flexible configuration options and built-in security and systems management capabilities.

Server-class features

• Latest Intel Dual-Core and Quad-Core processors:
  • Xeon E3-1200v2 series
  • Optimized for EM64T to support 32-bit or 64-bit applications
• Memory
  • 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB PC3-10600 CL9 1333 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
  • 2 GB and 4 GB PC3L-10600 CL9 1333 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
  • 4 GB and 8 GB PC3-12800 CL11 1600 MHz DDR3 LP ECC UDIMM
  • 32 GB maximum
  • When referring to memory, hard disk drive, or tape backup capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Total user capacity can vary, depending on operating environments
• Two PCI Express expansion slots:
  • One x8
  • One x4 for hardware RAID or compact Dual-Port NIC adapter
• Open bay models supporting 2.5-inch Hot-Swap SAS/SATA hard drives
• Support for 80-PLUS certified 460 W redundant power supply
• Integrated 1 Gigabit Dual-Port Ethernet controllers
• Integrated ServeRAID C100 for System x that supports Integrated RAID-0 and RAID-1 standard

At your control

Manageability and serviceability features help diagnose problems quickly.

• Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) subsystems with IPMI 2.0 support, optional upgrade to web-based management and remote presence using Feature on Demand (FoD)
• IBM tools support
• Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 support
• Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 integrated systems management processor
• Monitoring of memory, thermal, and voltage faults
• Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) and support for Wake on LAN
• Automatic server restart (ASR) to restart the server after an operating system failure

At your service

Worldwide support and services with IBM systems management tools, which help improve productivity and get your server up and running quickly.

• ServerGuide utilities to assist loading of many popular network operating systems
• IBM Director
• Warranty: Three-year customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site labor, limited warranty. Optional warranty service upgrades are available. See the Warranty section for details.

2583-PBM - IBM System x3250 M4 Express model

The system must have an attached monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Three years

Note: For configurations that support the RAID battery, the RAID battery will be warranted for one year effective on its "Date of Installation". All other product warranty terms for the machine remain unchanged.

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.

An IBM part or feature added to a machine without replacing a previously installed part or feature is subject to a full warranty effective on its date of installation. Unless specified otherwise, the warranty period, type of warranty service, and service level of a part or feature is the same as the machine it is installed.

The following have been designated as consumables, supply items, or structural parts and therefore not covered by this warranty:

• RAID batteries

• System unit carton: system unit
• System unit power cord
• Country kit:
  • Important Notices Flyer
  • Warranty Flyer
  • Documentation CD
  • Operating system media

• Width: 439 mm (17.28 in) (without EIA bracket)
• Width: 478 mm (18.82 in) (with EIA bracket)
• Depth: 575.8 mm (22.67 in)
• Height: 43 mm (1.69 in)
• Weight:
  • Minimum configuration: 9.24 kg (20.37 lb)
  • Maximum configuration: 10.67 kg (23.53 lb)

Approximate shipping dimensions and weight:

Single Pack Dimensions: 557 x 500 x 330 mm (21.93 x 19.66 x 12.99 in)

Single Pack Weight: 12.87 kg (28.37 lb)

Quantity per Pallet: 8

Pallet Load Dimensions: 1200 x 1000 x 1140 mm (47.24 x 39.37 x 44.88 in)

Pallet Load Weight: 167.65 kg (369.60 lb)

Estimated Safe Stacking: 3 high

Redundant 460 Watt Power Supplies

• 100 - 127 (nominal) VAC; 50 - 60 Hz; 5.3 A (maximum)
• 200 - 240 (nominal) VAC; 50 - 60 Hz; 2.6 A (maximum)
• Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximately)
  • Minimum configuration: 0.038 kVA
  • Maximum configuration: 0.504 kVA
• Btu output
  • Ship configuration: 130 Btu/hr (38 Watts)
  • Full configuration: 1720 Btu/hr (504 Watts)

Acoustical noise emission level: Sound power levels

• 6.5 bels (idling)
• 6.5 bels (operating)

IBM System x3250 M4 Express model servers are intended for use as rack-drawer servers, and are tested and designed to operate in a horizontal position.

Air temperature:

Server powered on

• 10.0 to 35.0 degrees C (50 to 95 degrees F); altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3,000 ft)
• 10.0 to 32.0 degrees C (50 to 89.6 degrees F); altitude: 914.4 m (3,000 ft) to 2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)

Server powered off

• 10.0 to 43.0 degrees C (50 to 109.4 degrees F); maximum altitude: 2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)

Shipping

• -40 to 60 degrees C (-14 to 140 degrees F)

Relative humidity: 8% to 80%

Maximum altitude: 2,133.6 m (7,000 ft)

For attended installation of an operating system, this server requires a compatible:

• USB keyboard
• USB mouse
• Hard disk drive
• Display

For service, the server requires a compatible:

• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Hard disk drive
• Display

The following network operating systems are supported in the IBM System x3250 M4 Express model:

• Microsoft Windows:
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2012
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Enterprise x86 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x86 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x86 Edition
  • Windows Small Business Server 2008 Standard Edition
  • Windows Small Business Server 2008 Premium Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, R2 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Enterprise x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x64 Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x64 Edition
• Linux:
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server Edition
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server x64 Edition
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.7 Server with Xen x64 Edition
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.2 Server x64 Edition includes KVM
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6.2 Server 32 bit Edition
• SUSE:
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 for x86
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 for AMD64/EM64T
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 SP1 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 for x86
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 for AMD64/EM64T
  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 SP4 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T
• VMware
  • VMware ESX 4.1 Update 2
  • VMware ESXi 4.1 Update 2
  • VMware vSphere 5

For additional support, certification, and version information on network operating systems, visit:

http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/

The IBM System x3250 M4 Express models contain licensed system programs that include set configuration, set features, and test programs. System BIOS (flash BIOS modified to IBM specifications) is loaded from a "flash" EEPROM into system memory. This BIOS provides instructions and interfaces designed to support the standard features of the server and to maintain compatibility with many current software programs.

To view detailed information about IBM and non-IBM devices, adapters, software, and network operating systems supported with IBM System x servers, visit

http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/

Contact your IBM representative, IBM Business Partner, or refer to the IBM Sales Manual for information on the compatibility of hardware and software for IBM System x servers. The Sales Manual is updated periodically when new features and options that support these servers are announced .

Wake on LAN is not supported if systems are improperly shut down.

Refer to the Software requirements section for operating system limitations.