Overview - IBM CP20 Workstation Connection Device

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The IBM 3096 is a small, end-user desktop device that allows connection to the IBM BladeCenter HC10 over an ethernet network.

The 3096 provides connection to two digital or analog monitors, four USB 1.1 devices, HD audio speakers, and a microphone or headphone, as well as a single Ethernet connection. A desktop adapter powers the device which uses approximately 36W.

The 3096 is a high performance desktop access device. It gives the end user a true PC experience with instant screen updates, full multimedia support, and complete USB compatibility. This Workstation Blade solution enables IT management to realize the benefits of desktop centralization across their entire enterprise without the heat and noise generated by desktop PCs and workstations.

The benefits include:

• Improved security
• Increased business environment continutity
• Simplified workstation management
• Pooled systems and resources for greater efficiency
• Freed desk space.

The IBM 3096 Workstation Connection Device utilizes the ethernet to connect to the IBM Blade Center HC10. The Workstation Connection Device is fanless, with no moving parts and consumes low power.

The 3096 offers new connection devices which include:

• Two DVI-I ports
• One DVI-I VGA (DB15) adapter
• Four USB 1.2 ports
• One audio mic-in jack
• One audio headphone-out jack
• One audio speaker-out jack

• BladeCenter chassis
• Monitor, USB keyboard, and USB mouse for setup
• Network switch module
• Advanced Management Module (AMM) with latest-level firmware
• Rack with appropriate power distribution units (PDUs) and main power distribution
• HC-10 Blade installed in BladeCenter chassis

For attended installation of an operating system or for service, this workstation blade requires a compatible:

• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Display

The following network operating systems have been tested for compatibility with the BladeCenter HC10 and 3096:

• Microsoft
  • Windows XP Professional
  • Windows XP Professional 64-bit Edition
  • Windows Vista Business (32bit and 64bit)
  • Windows Vista Enterprise (32bit and 64bit)
  • Windows Vista Ultimate (32bit and 64bit)

For additional information, support, certification, and versions of network operating systems, visit the ServerProven compatibility Web site at http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/index.html.

For detailed information about IBM and non-IBM devices, adapters, software, and network operating systems supported, visit the ServerProven compatibility Web site at http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/index.html.

One-year limited warranty
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For warranty service upgrades and maintenance service, refer to Warranty service upgrades and maintenance services.

• FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Class A
• Canada ICES-003, issue 3, Class A
• UL 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• CSA C22.2 No.60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment 60950
• Japan VCCI, Class A
• IEC-60950 (CB Certificate and CB Test Report)
• Australia and New Zealand C-Tick Mark CISPR 22, Class A
• Taiwan BSMI CNS13438, Class A within 45 days of planned availability
• China GB 9254-1998, GB17625.1-1998, GB17625.2-1999
• Korea MIC within 45 days of planned availability
• CE Mark (EN55022:1998 Class A, EN60950, EN55024:1998, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3)
• CISPR 22, Class A
• TUV-GS (EN60950/ISO 9241-3/ISO 9241-8)
• FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules (Class A) prior to product delivery
• IEC 60950 CB Certificate and CB Test Report indicating compliance to Group Differences

Temperature:

• Operating: 0 to 35 degrees C (32 to 95 degrees F)
• Non-Operating Storage: 40 to 60 degrees C (104 to 140 degrees F)

Relative Humidity:

• Operating: 5 " 85% non-condensing
• Storage: 5 " 95% non-condensing