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Overview - IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node

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Abstract

Product information for the IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node

Content

Planned availability date: December 3, 2012

At a glance

The IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node is an Intel processor based server optimized for high-end virtualization, mainstream database deployments, and memory-intensive high-performance environments.


Overview

The IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node is an Intel processor based server optimized for high end virtualization, mainstream database deployments, and memory-intensive high-performance environments.

Versatile

  • Designed to run a variety of workloads, including high-end virtualization and mainstream databases
  • A great choice of processors, memory, internal storage, and I/O options, allowing for flexible configurations
  • Supported in the IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis

Easy to use

  • Two hot-swapped storage bays that support SAS/SATA drives, enabling drives to be removed easily for replacement or upgrade
  • An optional embedded hypervisor helps enable "instant virtualization"
  • Light Path diagnostics and Predictive Failure Analysis to help enable quick serviceability and maintenance
  • The Flex System Management with a preconfigured and preinstalled interface to provide near-real-time management of the system

Performance optimized

  • Next-generation Intel Xeon E5-4600 family processors, up to four processors, 130 W each
  • Memory capacity with 48 DDR3 DIMM slots supporting up to 1,536 GB using 32 GB LRDIMMs
  • Support for running 2 DPC at 1600 MHz
  • High-speed I/O that supports up to a total of sixteen physical 10 Gigabit ports or up to 64 ports of Virtual Fabric by using four Quad-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet mezzanine cards

Power and cooling

  • Low-power processors and low-power memory DIMMs
  • Energy-efficient 1.35 V DIMM support
  • Active Energy Manager to help monitor and cap power consumption
  • Advanced management that supports limiting power consumption and real-time power and thermal management
  • Innovative and robust design to help keep the compute node performing under demanding conditions

Key Prerequisites
  • IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis
  • IBM network switch
  • Appropriate PDUs and main power distribution
  • VGA monitor, USB keyboard, and USB mouse for setup

Warranty

Three years

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 are the same as those for the machine in which it is installed.


Packaging

The system carton contains the system unit and a ship-group kit containing the following documents and CDs:

  • Important Notices booklet
  • IBM Warranty Information booklet
  • Product Documentation CD that includes the following documents:
    • Installation and Service Guide
    • IBM Safety Information
    • Product machine code license and other licenses and notices
  • Environmental Notice and User Guide Documentation CD

The Installation and Service Guide on the Product Documentation CD contains the installation, use, and troubleshooting information necessary to use and service the product.


Hardware Requirements (and Physical Specifications)

For service, the IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node requires a compatible:

  • Monitor
  • Combination USB keyboard and pointing device, such as IBM part number 40K5372
  • USB CD-RW/DVD drive such as the IBM and Lenovo part number 73P4515 or 73P4516

Dimensions
  • Height: 55.5 mm (2.19 in)
  • Depth: 492.7 mm (19.4 in)
  • Width: 453.3 mm (17.4 in)
  • Maximum weight: 12.25 kg (27 lb) (depending on the configuration when options are added)

Operating Environment

The IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node complies with ASHRAE Class A3 specifications.

  • Power on:
    • Temperature: 5 - 40 degrees C (41 - 104 degrees F)
    • Humidity, non-condensing: -12 degrees C dew point (10.4 degrees F) and 8% - 85% relative humidity
    • Maximum dew point: 24 degrees C (75 degrees F)
    • Maximum altitude: 3,048 m (10,000 ft)
    • Maximum rate of temperature change: 5 degrees C/hr (41 degrees F/hr)
  • Power off:
    • Temperature: 5 degrees C to 45 degrees C (41 degrees F - 113 degrees F)
    • Relative humidity: 8% - 85%
    • Maximum dew point: 27 degrees C (80.6 degrees F)
  • Storage (non-operating):
    • Temperature: 1 degrees C to 60 degrees C (33.8 degrees F - 140 degrees F)
    • Altitude: 3,050 m (10,006 ft)
    • Relative humidity: 5% - 80%
    • Maximum dew point: 29 degrees C (84.2 degrees F)
  • Shipment (non-operating):
    • Temperature: -40 degrees C to 60 degrees C (-40 degrees F - 140 degrees F)
    • Altitude: 10,700 m (35,105 ft)
    • Relative humidity: 5% - 100%
    • Maximum dew point: 29 degrees C (84.2 degrees F)
    • Particulate contamination

Software Requirements

The following network operating systems are supported in the IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node

  • Microsoft:
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 with Service Pack 1
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Datacenter x64 Edition with Service Pack 2
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Enterprise x64 Edition with RA Service Pack 2
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Standard x64 Edition with RA Service Pack 2
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Web x64 Edition with RA Service Pack 2
  • Linux:
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 for AMD64/EM64T, Service Pack 4
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 for AMD64/EM64T, Service Pack 2
    • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 with Xen for AMD64/EM64T, Service Pack 2
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Server x64 Edition, U8
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Server with Xen x64 Edition, U8
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 Server x64 Edition, U3
  • VMware:
    • VMware ESX 4.1, U2
    • VMware ESXi 4.1, U2
    • VMware vSphere 5, U1

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

http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us


Compatibility

The IBM Flex System x440 Compute Node contains licensed system programs that include set configuration, set features, and test programs. IBM system BIOS is loaded from a flash EEPROM into system memory. This BIOS provides instructions and interfaces designed to support the standard features of the x440 Compute Node and to maintain compatibility with many current software programs.

Contact your IBM representative or 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 as new features and options are announced that support these servers.


Limitations
  • The Flex System x440 Compute Nodes contain 48 DIMM sockets. A maximum of 1,536 TB of system memory is supported by using a 32 GB DIMM of ECC DDR3 memory in each of the DIMM sockets. A minimum of one memory feature must be installed. All memory installed must be of the same type (RDIMM, LRDIMM, or UDIMM).
  • Processor modules must be of the same type, power level, and clock speed on each Flex System x440 Compute Node. Mixing processor modules of different speeds, power levels, or cache sizes or upgrading the base processors is not supported. Mixing processor speeds and memory speeds will result in the system running at the lower of rated speeds.
  • The Flex System x440 Compute Node is supported only in the IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis.
  • Four mezzanine expansion cards may be installed on the Flex System x440 Compute Node.
  • Mezzanine expansion cards installed in the Flex System x440 Compute Node require a switch module in the Flex System Enterprise Chassis of the same connectivity type.
  • Regarding the use of solid-state disk drives, solid-state memory cells have an intrinsic, finite number of write cycles that each cell can incur. As a result, each solid-state device has a maximum amount of write cycles to which it can be subjected, documented as Total Bytes Written (TBW). IBM is not responsible for replacement of hardware that has reached the maximum guaranteed number of write cycles. This limit may be revealed as the device failing to respond to system-generated commands or becoming incapable of being written to. Additional information is available at

    http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/x/options/storage/solidstate/index.html


Document Location

Worldwide


Operating System

PureFlex System and Flex System:All operating systems listed


Applicable countries and regions

  • Worldwide
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Document Information

More support for:
PureFlex System and Flex System->x440 Compute Node->7917

Document number:
807816

Modified date:
24 January 2019

UID

ibm1MIGR-5091859

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