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At a Glance| Processor type | Pentium Pro 166MHz (x2) |
| Number of processors standard / maximum | 2/4 |
| Level 2 cache | 512KB |
| Memory standard / maximum | 128MB / 2048MB |
| Disk Subsystem | SCSI-2 RAID Fast/Wide(PCI 32-bit busmaster adapter), 8.56GB installed |
| Hard disk type | Fast/Wide SCSI-2 |
| Maximum storage capacity | 109.2GB |
| slots and bays total (free) | PCI/EISA 10(8) x 17(11) |
| CD-ROM | 4X |
| Network interface | Ethernet |
Administrative Information
| Model type | 8650-7AX |
| Announce status | Withdrawn |
| Announce date | 03-14-1996 |
| General availability date | 04-30-1996 |
| IBM announcement number | RFA26231 |
| Withdrawal date | 02-28-1997 |
| Withdrawal announcement number | . |
| Final returns date | . |
| Final returns request date | . |
| Returns announcement number | . |
| Countries of origin | Scotland, United States |
| Ship group | . |
Warranty
| Limited Warranty period and type | Three year on site repair |
Architecture
| Form factor | Tower (10x17) |
| Orientations allowed | Vertical |
| Bus type / architecture | PCI/EISA |
| slots x bays total (free) | 10(8) x 17(11) |
| Expansion bus type | PCI/EISA |
Processor
| Processor type | Pentium Pro |
| Processor internal clock speed | 166MHz |
| Front side bus | . |
| Number of processors standard / maximum | 2/4 |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| SMP capable | Yes |
| Math co-processor | Built-in |
| L1 internal CPU cache | 16KB |
| L2 external CPU cache standard | 512KB |
| L2 external CPU cache type | Write-back |
| L3 cache | 0 bytes |
| Upgradable processor | Yes |
| Processor upgrade options | SMP via up to 4 Pentium Pros |
| Processor upgrade method | Add processor in 387-pin ZIF |
| BIOS type | Flash |
Memory
| Memory (RAM) standard / maximum | 128MB / 2048MB |
| RAM speed | 60ns |
| Optional RAM speed | 72-pin SIMMs (matched sets of 4:8:16 required) |
| RAM type | ECC Controller with parity memory |
| RAM slots total (available) | 16(8) |
Hard disk
| Number of installed hard disks | 4 |
| Hard disk size | 2.14GB |
| Hard disk controller | SCSI-2 RAID Fast/Wide (PCI 32-bit busmaster adapter) |
| Hard disk type | Fast/Wide SCSI-2 |
| Maximum internal hard disk capacity | 109.2GB |
| Hard disk average seek time | 9ms |
| Average latency | 4.17ms. |
| RAID levels supported | 0,1,5 |
| Hot swappable drive bays | 12/12 |
CD-ROM
| CD-ROM speed | 4X |
| CD-ROM interface type | SCSI |
| CD-ROM data transfer rate | 600 KBps |
| CD-ROM average access type | 190ms |
Graphics subsystem
| Graphics chipset | . |
| Graphics type | . |
| Graphics data width | 16-bit |
| Video RAM standard / maximum | 512KB / 512KB |
| Video RAM type | DRAM |
| Maximum resolution (with standard video RAM) | 1024 x 768 16 colors |
| Maximum resolution (with maximum video RAM) | 1024 x 768 16 colors |
| Maximum colors (with standard video RAM) | 256 |
| Maximum colors (with maximum video RAM) | 256 |
| Graphics bus interface | PCI |
Networking
| Network interface | Ethernet |
| Network speed | 10Mbps, 100Mbps |
| Network features | RJ-45 connector (for 10Base-T/UTP 3), RJ-45 connector (for 100Base-TX) |
Standard features
| Pointing device type | Enhanced Mouse |
| Standard diskette size | 3.5"1.44MB |
| Keyboard type | Basic 101 key (rubber dome) |
| I20 compliant | . |
| Product approvals / certifications | CE MARK (Europe); CISPR-22 Class B; CSA No. 950; EN 55022 Class B (Europe); FCC Class B (US); IEC-950/EN 60950; IEC-IEC950 ; NOM (Mexico); TUV-GS (EN 60950/IEC-950) (GS MARK (Germany); UL-1950; VCCI Class 1; ZH 1/618/10.80 |
Power management
| Power supply | 840(2x420) Watts |
| Power supply type | . |
| Power supply additional | 420 watt (redundant power supply) |
| Heat emissions | . |
| Sound emissions | 55dB |
| Cooling system | FloThru design (5 fans) |
| UPS | Optional |
| Power management features | . |
Expansion options
| Slots total (free) and type | 4(4) EISA fullsize, 6(4) PCI fullsize |
| 3.5" bays | . |
| - accessible (free) | 13(8) SL |
| - not accessible (free) | 0(0) |
| 5.25" bays | . |
| - accessible (free) | 4(3) HH |
| - not accessible (free) | 0(0) |
| Plug and Play support | No |
| Parallel ports | 1 |
| Serial ports | 2 |
| Expansion ports | Display, Keyboard, Mouse, RAID SCSI-2 Fast/Wide |
Weight and Dimensions
| Weight | 40.82kg |
| Height | 696mm |
| Width | 457.2mm |
| Depth | 628mm |
| Operating temperature (C) (low; high) | . |
| Relative humidity (%) (low; high) |
Software
| Tested Operating Systems | IBM OS/2 for SMP V2.11, IBM OS/2 LAN Server 4.0, IBM OS/2 Warp 3.0, IBM OS/2 Warp Connect 3.0, IBM OS/2 Warp Server V4, Microsoft Windows NT 3.51, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Novell IntranetWare 1.0, Novell NetWare 3.12, Novell NetWare 4.1, Novell SFT 3, SCO Open Server 5.02, SCO Unixware 2.1.1 |
| Operating system provided | . |
| Device drivers/utilities | . |
| Communication/networking applications | Tivoli TME 10 Netfinity |
| Productivity applications | Lotus Notes V4.1 Server (single processor version) |
Security
| Security features | Diskette disable Keyboard/mouse secure mode Keyboard lockout timer Mechanical locks Power on password Supervisor password |
| VPD support | Yes |
Document Location
Worldwide
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