IBM eServer xSeries 460

November 1, 2005
Announcement Letter Number: A05-1589

Document's Table of Contents:

Overview
Product number
At a glance
Key prerequisites
Description
Product positioning
Supplemental information
Publications
Services
- IBM Integrated Technology Services
Technical information
Ordering information
Terms and conditions
Pricing

Overview

Models of the xSeries 460 server are powered with dual-core Intel® Xeon(TM) MP processors at up to 3.00 GHz with 2x2MB L2 cache

The xSeries 460 server contains advanced technology that combines scalable SMP-capable power, PCI-X expansion, third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture(TM) (EXA), high availability, scalability and substantial internal data storage capacity.

Benefits include:

Increased performance
Memory availability
System manageability
Simultaneous support for 32- and 64-bit applications with x86-64-bit extensions

xSeries MXE-460 server Functionally identical to the xSeries 460 server, the xSeries MXE-460 server supports the same hardware configurations. However, it is supported only as an expansion module to a base xSeries 460 and not in a stand-alone configuration. It comes configured with two empty four-slot memory expansion cards (13M7409) and two power supplies, but without any processors, memory, disks or optical drive.

In addition to processors and memory, the six disk bays and six PCI-X I/O card slots in each chassis are accessible. You can add up to a total of 48 hard disks and 48 I/O slots into a 32-socket configuration, eliminating the need for an external I/O expansion enclosure.

Power and scalability

XA-64e(TM) third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture(TM) chipset powering XpandOnDemand(TM) up to 32-socket
x86 64-bit extensions (EM64T) support 32-bit or 64-bit applications on the same platform
Active Memory(TM) with hot-swap support : Memory ProteXion(TM) , memory mirroring, hot-swap and hot-add memory
XceL4v(TM) Server Accelerator cache for high performance with 256 MB per chassis
2 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 double data rate (DDR2) memory; expandable to 512GB in a 32-socket complex
Serial Attach SCSI (SAS) plus optional RAID maximize throughput, ease installation of RAID option card
Six 2.5-inch SAS HDDs, up to 438 GB of maximum internal storage
High-performance integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet built-in high-speed networking with support for latest technologies
Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline
3U rack-optimized, tool-free chassis strikes the balance between rack density and ease of maintenance

Third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture(TM) features

Advanced third-generation Chipkill ECC memory controller to help correct single-, two-, three- and four-bit memory errors
Memory ProteXion and memory mirroring support
Active PCI slots, hot-add and hot-swap adapters
Hot-swap drive bays and redundant fans to replace select components without powering down the server
Two hot-swap, redundant power supplies
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on processors, memory, fans, power supply and HDD options to help warn of problems before they occur
Innovative Light Path Diagnostics and top access design; easy to service and configure

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Planned Availability Date: - December 2, 2005

xSeries 460 Scalability Enablement/Memory Adapter Planned Availability Date: - December 2, 2005

Dual-Core X3 Upgrade Kit Planned Availability Date: - December 2, 2005

Product number

NOTE: US, LA and CAN and EMEA are GAV models

                                                       Order
 Description           Machine     Models              Number
 --------------------  ----------  --------            ------

 xSeries 460
                        8872        5RU                88725RU
                        8872        6RU                88726RU

 xSeries MXE-460
                        8874        2RU                88742RU

                                                         Part
Description                                             Number
-------------------------------------                  --------
xSeries x460 Scalability Enablement/Memory Adapter      40K2450

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At a glance

New xSeries 460 servers incorporate high-performance dual-core Xeon MP processors:

Intel dual-core Xeon MP up to 3.00 GHz with 2x2 MB L2 cache
Up to 512 GB of high-speed PC2-3200 ECC double data rate 2 (DDR2) SDRAM system memory
Six Active 64-bit/266 MHz Peripheral Component Interconnect-X (PCI-X 2.0) slots
Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) controller
Integrated Broadcom 5704 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Six 2.5 inch hot-swap bays for flexible installation of HDDs, supporting up to 440.4 GB(1) internal data storage
Standard Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline, enabling remote, full-band systems management
Two 1,300-watt, voltage sensing, hot-swap power supplies
Standard DVD-ROM
Three USB ports, SVGA video port, mouse port, two serial ports, two Gb Ethernet ports and one keyboard port per chassis
Three-year on-site(2) limited warranty(3)

Key prerequisites

Monitor, keyboard and mouse
SAS HDD or Serial Attach SCSI HDD
Rack

Description

Related options

Intel Xeon Processor 7020 2.67Ghz 2x1MB L2 Cache 667FSB Intel Dual Core Processor Upgrade (25R8941) supports internal processing speeds of 2.67 GHz and external processing operations to memory at 667 MHz. It contains an integrated, full-speed, 2x1 MB level 2 cache.

Intel Xeon Processor 7040 3.00Ghz 2x2MB L2 Cache 667FSB Intel Dual Core Processor Upgrade (25R8942) supports internal processing speeds of 3.00 GHz and external processing operations to memory at 667 MHz. It contains an integrated, full-speed, 2x2 MB level 2 cache.

These processor options support up to 32-socket (64-cores), SMP applications in the xSeries 460. A VRM and heatsink, specifically designed to support this xSeries server, is included.

xSeries 460 Scalability Enablement/Memory Adapter (40K2450)

This adapter enables a scalable configuration of xSeries 460 and MXE-460 nodes to be run in configurations of 16 sockets or more. One adapter is required for each node that is part of the scalable configuration.

In addition to providing scalability support, this adapter supports four memory DIMMs. It can be used in place of one of the standard four-slot memory adapters.

Dual Core X3 Upgrade Kit (39Y6580)

This option kit includes the components necessary to upgrade xSeries 460 and MXE-460 systems that currently have single-core Intel Xeon MP processors installed to support the newer dual-core Intel Xeon MP processors. Processors are not part of the kit and must be purchased separately.

ServeRAID 8i SAS RAID Controller (13N2227) performs with new Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) RAID technology. The ServeRAID 8i is a Zero Channel RAID (ZCR) controller designed to manage your internal data storage in selected xSeries servers. The ServeRAID 8i controller achieves higher performance and up to 10 times higher transfer rates at up to 3 GB per second than its Ultra320 SCSI predecessors for a nominal increase in price.

The half-length adapter runs on a dedicated system's PCI-X 64-bit ZCR slot at speeds up to 133 MHz. With the onboard 256 MB memory and 600 MHz Intel processor, the ServeRAID 8i takes RAID processing workload and offloads it directly to the controller. This allows your CPU ample bandwidth to perform the application processing required.

The ServeRAID 8i SAS RAID controller offers:

RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, IBM exclusive 1E and 5EE
Cache size of 256 MB battery-backed, low-power DDR memory for protection of valuable data
RAID-6 for double parity checking for added data redundancy
Expansion of existing arrays through on-line capacity expansion
Performance at up to 3 GB per second of throughput
Independent and adjustable stripe unit sizes from 16K up to 512K and default to 64K configurable per logical drive
BIOS and firmware updates under supported operating system
Additional ServeRAID features such as Logical Drive Migration, Global Hot Spare, Copyback and FlashCopy to manage your storage drives
Rebuild and rapid restore features to preserve RAID configurations
ServeRAID Manager software application for managing the SAS RAID array configurations
Performance measured at 6 SFF drives 16K OLTP:850 1O/sec
Performance of 512 bytes out of cached: 25,000 IO/sec

2 GB (2x1GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (73P2866) contains two 1 GB DIMMs.

4 GB (2x2GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3x4 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (73P2867) contains two 2 GB DIMMs.

8 GB (2x4GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3x4 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (30R5145) contains two 4 GB DIMMs (when support is available).

These high-speed, DDR2 registered DIMMs are synchronized to the processor. Once addressed, data can be transferred on both edges of the clock signal. This significantly improves performance of the new 667 MHz front-side bus Xeon MP processor. The memory bus transfers data at up to 5.3 GB per second.

Memory upgrade card (13M7409) allows you to upgrade your machine with up to four memory expansion cards. System memory can be expanded to 512 GB by adding two memory expansion card options and a 4 GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR-2 SDRAM RDIMM in each of the four DIMM sockets.

Scalability cables

2.3 m Scalability cable (13M7414)

2.9 m Scalability cable (13M7416)

The two cables are functionally identical; they differ only in length.

IBM Director CD with 20 agent license proofs of entitlement includes support for the xSeries 460 server.

xSeries 460 description

Standard xSeries 460 model configurations

  ________________________________________________________________
 |  Models    Processor    L2 Cache   Memory     HDDs     Power  |
 |                                                        Supply |
 |---------------------------------------------------------------|
 | 8872-5Rx  2 x 2.67 GHz  1 MB/core  2 GB ECC   open bay   two  |
 |            Xeon 7020    2 MB total                            |
 | 8872-6Rx  2 x 3.00 GHz  2 MB/core  2 GB ECC   open bay   two  |
 |            Xeon 7040    4 MB total                            |
 | 8874-2Rx  Open                     2xMemory   open bay   two  |
 |                                    Exp Cards                  |
 |_______________________________________________________________|

High-performance server subsystems

xSeries 460 servers are high-throughput, scalable SMP-capable dual-core Xeon-based network servers. They deliver excellent scalability for adding memory, adapter cards or multiple processors.

These models are equipped with powerful dual-core Xeon MP processors up to 3.00 GHz and 2x2 MB L2 cache that uses 64-byte cache lines. EMT64T architecture supports 64-bit extensions. Four connectors for Xeon MP processors are standard on the system board. High-speed PC2-3200 ECC SDRAM provides excellent processor-to-memory subsystem performance.

The xSeries 460 system architecture is fine tuned and engineered to optimize the powerful Xeon MP processors. This architecture consists of the following components:

Dual-core Xeon MP processors
Third-generation EXA-64e chipset
System memory card
PCI-X 2.0 host-bridge controller

These Xeon MP processors use 667 MHz common clock speed for external operations. They support 667 MHz data buses to the memory controller. This allows up to 5.3 GB per second data transfers between memory and the processor.

The MIOC supports:

Data flow between the processor and memory and to the PCI-X 2.0 host-bridge controller
Chipkill ECC memory function

The two PCI-X 2.0 host-bridge controllers reside between the PCI buses and memory controller.

High-availability and serviceability features

Many enterprise e-business environments run around the clock to supply information around the globe. These environments require ruggedly dependable servers designed with features that can tolerate a component failure without total shutdown. xSeries 460 servers pack numerous fault-tolerant and high-availability features into a high-density, rack-optimized package that helps significantly reduce the space needed to support massive network computing operations.

Features include:

Active PCI-X 2.0 slots; hot-add and hot-swap adapters in Windows, Linux and NetWare environments
Six Serial Attach SCSI (SAS) HDD bays
ECC DIMMs combined with an integrated advanced ECC memory controller with third-generation Chipkill support to correct many single-, two-, three-, and four-bit memory errors to minimize disruption of service to LAN clients
Memory ProteXion and memory mirroring hot-add and hot-swap memory support
Memory hardware scrubbing to correct many soft memory errors automatically without software intervention
ECC L3 cache processors to improve data integrity and help reduce downtime
PFA on HDD options, memory, processors, power supply, and fans in conjunction with IBM Director to help alert the system administrator of an imminent component failure
Two 1,300-watt power supplies that support typical configuration redundancy or full configurations requiring redundancy
Eight, hot-swap, multispeed fans to provide cooling redundancy and enable individual fan replacement without powering down the server
Standard Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline enabling diagnostic, reset, POST, and auto recovery functions from remote locations and monitoring of temperature, voltage and fan speed; alerts generated when thresholds are exceeded without utilizing an IO slot
Information LED panel, diagnostics LED panel and component LEDs for visual indications of system well-being
Light Path Diagnostics for an outside view of the potential problem without removing the cover to reduce downtime and service costs
Easy top access to system board, adapter cards, power supplies, and memory
CPU failure recovery in SMP configurations, allowing a failed processor to be forced offline, the server rebooted, an alert generated and operation continued with the working processor

XpandOnDemand scalability

xSeries 460 servers are designed for complex applications. They feature XpandOnDemand scalability from third-generation Enterprise X-Architecture(TM) technology for future growth potential.

The servers include:

Massive I/O expansion options supporting up to 48 PCI/PCI-X card slots with eight scaled chassis
Up to 32-sockets (64-cores) SMP operations with powerful new dual-core Xeon MP processors
2 GB high-speed PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC memory standard, supporting up to 512 GB of system memory
Two worldwide, voltage-sensing 1,300-watt, hot-swap power supplies with auto restart are standard
Six hot-swap drive bays, supporting up to 440 GB of internal data storage (using six 73.4 GB SAS Hot-Swap HDDs)
Innovative tower configurations supported with optional NetBAY11
Terabytes of external data storage supporting optional EXP400 storage units, ServeRAID SCSI controllers and Fibre Channel controllers and storage units

Configurations

XpandOnDemand(TM) scalability

Modular building-block scalability eliminates the need for upgrades and provides an easier growth path to larger, scale-up, high-performance SMP configurations.
- xSeries 460 two-socket to four-socket single chassis, up to 64 GB memory
- xSeries 460 plus one MXE-460 system; two chassis eightsockets, up to 128 GB memory
- xSeries 460 plus three MXE-460 systems; four chassis 16-sockets, up to 256 GB memory
- xSeries 460 plus seven MXE-460 systems; eight chassis 32-sockets, up to 512 GB memory

NOTE: An MXE-460 system is not required for system scalability. Either xSeries 460 or MXE-460 servers can be used interchangeably for system scaling. The only requirement is that a xSeries 460 server is used as the primary boot node.

Scalable Partition Web Interface

The Scalable Partition Web Interface, an extension of the Remote Supervisor Adapter II (RSA II) Slimline Web interface, is used to create, delete, control and view scalable partitions. This Web interface is in the RSA II Slimline service processor.

The scalable partition defines a multinode configuration that interconnects two, four or eight servers for up to 32-way operation. With this configuration you can individually power on and power off each node. The multinode configuration uses a single, contiguous memory space and provides access to all associated adapters. Each multinode configuration can have one or more scalable partitions.

Two chassis:
- xSeries 460 plus MXE-460 system: single eight-socket configuration
- xSeries 460 plus xSeries 460 system: single eight-socket or two partitioned four-socket servers
- Two 2.3 m scalability cables
Four chassis:
- xSeries 460 plus three MXE-460 servers: single 16-socket configuration
- Two xSeries 460 plus two MXE-460 servers: single 16-socket or two partitioned eight-socket configurations
- Four xSeries 460: single 16-socket, two partitioned eight-socket or four partitioned 4-socket servers
- Six 2.3 m scalability cables
Eight chassis:
- xSeries 460 plus seven MXE-460 servers: single 32-socket configuration
- Any combination of xSeries 460 and MXE chassis that when combined results in a supported four-socket, eight-socket, or 16-socket combination and that has an xSeries 460 servers as the bootable node (MXE not supported as a bootable node for any partition size)
- Eight 2.3 m scalability cables and four 2.9 m scalability cables

Systems management

xSeries 460 servers feature IBM Director, a powerful, highly integrated, systems-management software solution built on industry standards and designed for ease of use.

With IBM Director, a network administrator can perform the following tasks.

View the hardware configuration of remote systems in detail.
Monitor the usage and performance of critical components such as microprocessors, disks and memory.
Centrally manage individual or large groups of IBM and non-IBM Intel-based servers, desktop computers, workstations and mobile computers on a variety of platforms.

IBM Director provides a comprehensive entry-level workgroup hardware manager. It includes the following key features:

Advanced self-management capabilities for maximum system availability.
Support for multiple operating systems, including Microsoft Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, Red Hat Linux, SUSE LINUX and Novell NetWare. For a complete list of operating systems that support IBM Director, visit
The list is updated periodically.
Support for IBM and non-IBM servers, desktop computers, workstations and mobile computers.
Support for systems-management industry standards.
Integration into leading workgroup and enterprise systems-management environments.
Ease of use, training and setup.

IBM Director also provides an extensible platform that supports advanced server tools that are designed to help reduce the total cost of managing and supporting networked systems. By deploying IBM Director, you may achieve reductions in ownership costs through the following potential benefits:

Reduced downtime
Increased productivity of IT personnel and users
Reduced service and support costs

For more information about IBM Director, refer to the CD that comes with the server, the IBM Director documentation on the CD or visit

http://www-1.ibm.com/servers/eserver/xseries/systems_management /xseries_sm.html

IBM Director includes IBM Director Extensions, a portfolio of server tools that integrates into the IBM Director interface and works with the Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline or other systems-management monitoring functions contained in xSeries servers. Typical functions and monitoring capabilities can include:

PFA-enabled critical hardware components
Temperature
Voltage
Fan speed
Light Path Diagnostics

The IT administrator gains comprehensive, virtual on-site control of xSeries servers through the ability to remotely:

Access the server in many cases regardless of its status
Inventory and display detailed system and component information
View server bootup during POST
Browse and delete logs of events and errors
Reset or power cycle the server
Run diagnostics, SCSI and RAID setup during POST
Monitor thresholds on server health including:
- Operating system load
- POST time-out
- Voltage
- Temperature
Set proactive alerts for critical server events including PFA on:
- Processors
- Memory
- Fans
- Power supplies
- HDDs
Define automated actions such as:
- Send an e-mail or page to an administrator
- Execute a command or program
- Pop up an error message to the IBM Director console
Flash BIOS
Monitor and graph the utilization of server resources such as:
- Memory
- Processor
- HDDs
Identify potential performance bottlenecks and react to prevent downtime
Monitor, manage and configure RAID subsystems without taking them offline

IBM Director Agent provides integration into leading workgroup and enterprise system management environments, via Upward Integration Modules. This enables the advanced management capabilities built into xSeries servers to be accessed from:

Tivoli Enterprise and Tivoli NetView
Computer Associates Unicentre TNG
HP OpenView
Microsoft SMS
BMC Patrol
NetIQ

World-class support tools and programs

xSeries 460 servers include tools and programs designed to make ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM programs help you purchase servers, get them running and keep them running. IBM can help your company maintain ownership of technology leadership network servers.

IBM on-site, three-year limited warranty with next-business-day service (same-business-day service optionally available) protects your investment if a problem occurs. This service also includes replacement of parts identified through PFA.
The ServerProven(5) program lets you confidently configure your server with various devices and operating systems. This Web-based program provides compatibility information from actual testing of the xSeries 460 server with various adapters and devices.
The ServerGuide CD library includes on-line publications and utilities and drivers that help you load popular network operating systems.
Electronic support on the Web offers additional support in an easy-to-use format.

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Product positioning

These new xSeries 460 models enhance the xSeries 460 line by providing new levels of performance and price/performance. The xSeries 460 server features a high-density, 3 U mechanical platform that supports new dual-core Xeon MP processors, PCI-X 2.0 architecture and high-speed DDR2 memory.

xSeries 460 servers provide additional processing, expandability and high-availability features over that of the xSeries 366 server. These features make them ideal for handling complex, business-critical On Demand Business applications that must be supported by space-saving, rack-optimized servers.

The xSeries 460 server is designed for extremely complex, compute-intensive applications requiring eight-socket plus processing power and large memory support.

The xSeries 460 servers provide excellent scalable processing capability with models supporting dual-core Intel Xeon Processor 7020 at 2.67 GHz and 2x1 MB level 2 cache and dual-core Intel Xeon Processor 7040 at 3.00 GHz and 2x2 MB level 2 cache, high-speed memory and PCI-X 2.0 bus architecture. This makes the xSeries 460 servers an excellent fit for today and future enterprise e-business applications.

These high-density, Xeon-based servers are designed to handle complex applications requiring high-speed computing power, advanced high-availability functions and a minimum amount of rack space.

Applications include:

On Demand Business
Business intelligence
Transaction processing
ERP
Collaboration applications (Microsoft Exchange and Lotus Notes)
Server consolidation
Internet or intranet front-end serving
Web content serving
Database storage as a SAN solution

Supplemental information

Memory ProteXion(TM) -- Redundant bit steering

Utilizes unused bits in each memory DIMM (hot-spare bits)
Double the amount of Chipkill memory sustainable per server
Included at no additional cost, requires no additional hardware, and works independently of operating system
Similar to the "hot-spare" of a DASD array

Memory mirroring

Propels Intel-based servers towards continuous operations
Dramatically helps to increases uptime and allows scheduled maintenance
Provides mainframe capability and reliability
Operating system independent; does not require drivers or operating system support

Chipkill memory

Integrated XA-64e chipsets for using off-the-shelf DIMMs
Better memory reliability to support in-memory databases
Increased availability by detecting and helping to correct single-, two-, three- and four-bit memory errors
Third-generation Chipkill design

Publications

The following publications and CD-ROMs are shipped with the xSeries 460 servers.

xSeries 460 Installation Guide contains an introduction to the computer, installation and setup, installing options, reference information and problem determination. The installation guide has easy-to-use text and illustrations to enable you to quickly set up your xSeries 460 server.
ServerGuide contains on-line publications and drivers to support the xSeries 460 server. In addition, it includes a set of easy-to-use utilities on CD to help you install several popular network operating systems.
IBM Director systems-management software is included.

NOTE: Software versions, features and functions shipped with these systems may change as new releases become available or may be discontinued at any time.

The xSeries 460 Installation Guide and the Problem Determination Guide, in U.S. English versions, are available from:

http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

xSeries 460 Installation Guide

Services

IBM Integrated Technology Services

IBM services include business consulting, outsourcing, hosting services, applications and other technology management.

These services help you learn about, plan, install, manage or optimize your IT infrastructure to be an On Demand Business. They can help you integrate your high-speed networks, storage systems, application servers, wireless protocols and an array of platforms, middleware and communications software for IBM and many non-IBM offerings. IBM is your one-stop shop for IT support needs.

For details on available services, contact your IBM representative or visit

http://www.ibm.com/services/

For details on available IBM Business Continuity and Recovery Services, contact your IBM representative or visit

http://www.ibm.com/services/continuity

For details on education offerings related to specific products, visit

http://www.ibm.com/services/learning/index.html

Select your country and then select the product as the category.

Technical information

Specified operating environment

Physical specifications

xSeries 460

                               8872-5Rx         8872-6Rx
                               -----------      -----------
  Processor                    Xeon 7020        Xeon 7040
   Internal speed              2.67 GHz         3.00 GHz
   External speed              667 MHz          667 MHz
   Number standard             2                2
   Maximum                     4                4
  L2 cache/core (full speed)   1 MB             2 MB
  L2 cache total               2 MB             4 MB
  Memory (PC2-3200 DDR2)       2 GB ECC         2 GB ECC
   DIMMs                       2 x 1 GB         2 x 1 GB
   DIMM sockets                16 (1)           16 (1)
   Capacity                    64 GB (2)        64 GB (2)
  Memory Expansion Card
   Number standard             2                2
   Maximum                     4                4
  Video                        SVGA             SVGA
   Memory                      16 MB            16 MB
  SAS SCSI controller          3.0 GHz          3.0 GHz
   Ports                       6                6
   Connector internal          2                2
   Connector external          0                0
  HDD                          0                0
  Total bays                   7                7
   5.25-inch slim              1                1
   3.5-inch slim               0                0
   Hot-swap                    6                6
   Accessible                  7                7
   Internal capacity           440.4 GB (3)     440.4 GB (3)
  Bays available               6                6
   5.25-inch slim              0                0
   3.5-inch slim               0                0
   Hot-swap                    6                6
  PCI-X slots                  6                6
  Slots available              6                6
  Management processor
   BMC                         Standard         Standard
   RSA-II                      Standard         Standard
  Dual Ethernet                10/100/1000 Mbps 10/100/1000 Mbps
   controller
  CD-ROM / DVD                 Optional         Optional
  DVD / ROM                    Standard         Standard
  Power supply                 1300 W           1300 W
   Number standard             2                2
   Maximum                     2                2
   Hot-swap                    Yes              Yes
   Redundant power             Standard         Standard
   Auto restart                Yes              Yes

 (1)  Number of sockets is  based on installation of the four
      memory expansion cards (13M7409).

 (2)  Capacities are based on installation of the four memory
      expansion cards (13M7409) and 4 x 4 GB DIMMs installed in
      each card (when support is available).

 (3)  Capacities are based on installation of six 73.4 GB
      2.5-in SAS HDDs.  For the latest information
      on supported HDD options, visit

http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat

                                  8874-2Rx
                                  -----------
  Processor                       None
   Internal speed
   External speed
   Number standard                0
   Maximum                        4
  L2 cache (full speed)
  L3 cache (full speed)
  Memory (PC2-3200 DDR2)          None
   DIMMs                          None
   DIMM sockets                   16 (1)
   Capacity                       64 GB (2)
  Memory Expansion Card
   Number standard                2
   Maximum                        4
  Video                           SVGA
   Memory                         16 MB
  SAS SCSI controller             3.0 GHz
   Links                          6
   Connector internal             2
   Connector external             0
  HDD                             0
  Total bays                      7
   5.25-inch slim media           1
   Hot-swap                       6
   Accessible                     7
   Internal capacity              440.4 GB (3)
  PCI-X slots                     6
  Slots available                 6
  Management processor
   BMC                            Standard
   RSA-II                         Standard
  Dual Ethernet                   10/100/1000 Mbps
   controller
  CD-ROM / DVD                    Optional
  DVD / ROM                       Optional
  Power supply                    1300 W
   Number standard                2
   Maximum                        2
   Hot-swap                       Yes
   Redundant power                Standard
   Auto restart                   Yes

 (1)  Number of sockets is  based on installation of the four
      memory expansion cards (13M7409).

 (2)  Capacities are based on installation of the four  memory
      expansion cards (13M7409) and 4 x 4 GB DIMMs installed in
      each card (when support is available).

 (3)  Capacities are based on installation of six 73.4 GB
      2.5-in SAS HDDs.  For the latest information
      on supported HDD options, visit

http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat

Supported video mode capabilities for the SVGA PCI controller:

 Microsoft® Windows 2000 and Windows® 2003
 ----------------------------------------------
                                  Refresh
 Resolution          Colours       Rate (Hz)
  640 x 480 x 8       256         60, 72, 75, 85
  640 x 480 x 16      64K         60, 72, 75, 85
  640 x 480 x 32      16 million  60, 72, 75, 85
  800 x 600 x 8       256         60, 72, 75, 85
  800 x 600 x 16      64K         60, 72, 75, 85
  800 x 600 x 32      16 million  60, 72, 75, 85
 1024 x 768 x 8       256         60, 70, 75, 85
 1024 x 768 x 16      64K         60, 70, 75, 85
 1024 x 768 x 32      16 million  60, 70, 75, 85

Dimensions

3 U rack drawer

Width: 440 mm (17.32 in)
Depth: 715 mm (28.15 in)
Height: 128.35 mm (5.05 in)

Minimum configuration: 31.75 kg (70 lb)
Maximum configuration: 38.5 kg (85 lb)

Electrical

100 to 127 (nominal) V ac; 50 Hz or 60 Hz; 8.5 A
200 to 240 (nominal) V ac; 50 Hz or 60 Hz; 8.5 A
Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximately):
- Minimum configuration: 0.388 kVA (two power supplies)
- Maximum configuration: 1.524 kVA (two power supplies)
Btu output:
- Ship configuration: 1,325 Btu/hr (388 watts)
- Full configuration: 5,200 Btu/hr (1524 watts)
Noise level horizontal position: 6.6 bels

NOTE: The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) sound power level, in bels, for a random sample of machines. All measurements made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296.

xSeries 460 servers are intended for use as rack-drawer servers and are tested and designed to operate in a horizontal position.

Standards

These systems support or comply with the following standards:

Multiprocessor Specification (MPS) 1.4.
Hardware-enabled to meet ISO 9241, Part 3.

In addition to the above standards, they are compatible with the PCI-X specification 2.0.

Equipment approvals and safety

FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the DOC equivalent of FCC Rules, Cl
Canada ICES-003, issue 4, Class A
IEC/UL 60950-1, 1st Edition
CAN/CSA - C22.2 No. 60950-1-03
NOM-019 (10)

(10) This server is certified by the respective UL and NOM agencies.

Operating environment

Temperature:
- 10.0 to 35.0 degrees C (50 to 95 degrees F) at 0 to 914 m (0 to 3,000 ft)
- 10.0 to 32.0 degrees C (50 to 90 degrees F) at 914 to 2,133 m (3,000 to 7,000 ft)
Relative humidity: 8% to 80%
Maximum altitude: 2,133 m (7,000 ft)

NOTE: With a dual core CPU at maximum power, reduce the 35C by 1C per 300m above sea level, or the CPU may throttle to remain within its internal thermal specifications.

Hardware requirements

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

Keyboard
Mouse
Display

Unattended or remote installation may be performed without requiring some or all of these components. Review your unattended software installation program information for specific hardware configuration requirements.

For service, the server requires a compatible:

Keyboard
Mouse
Display

When having the unit serviced, plan to have these components attached to your server either directly or indirectly via a console switch.

Software requirements

Programming requirements

The following network operating systems have been tested for compatibility with the xSeries 460 server:

Microsoft:
- Windows 2000 Advanced Server
- Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (32-bit and 64-bit, SP1)
- Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition (32-bit and 64-bit, SP1)
Linux:
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Advanced Server 32-bit (RHEL3 Update 6)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Advanced Server 64-bit (RHEL3 Update 6)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Advanced Server 32-bit (RHEL4 Update 2)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Advanced Server 64-bit (RHEL4 Update 2)
- SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 UL (SLES9) 32-bit SP2
- SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 9 UL (SLES9) 64-bit SP2
Other
- VMware ESX Server 2.5.2
- Netware 6.5

NOTE: For information on additional support, certification and versions of network operating systems, visit:

http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat

Compatibility

The xSeries 460 server 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 xSeries 460 server and to maintain compatibility with many current software programs.

For detailed information about IBM and non-IBM devices, adapters, software and network operating systems supported with xSeries servers, visit:

http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/compat

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

Limitations

Memory

The xSeries 460 servers are shipped with 2 GB (2 x 1 GB) of memory. A maximum of up to 64 GB of system memory is supported by adding two additional memory expansion card options and a 4 GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR-2 SDRAM RDIMM in each of the four DIMM sockets. All supported system memory is addressable through direct memory access (DMA). This server supports 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB 1.8 V, 240-pin, 8-byte RDIMMs. Supported DIMMs can coexist in the same server; however, memory DIMMs of the same capacity must be installed in matched pairs. Refer to the Planning information section or the xSeries server Web page memory options.

The xSeries 460 supports up to six HDDs, which limits the optional ServeRAID 8i SAS Controller to reach RAID configurations of RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, 1E and 5EE, but not RAID 60.

ServerGuide

Use the version of ServerGuide that is shipped with the system or a later version, to load software and drivers. Earlier versions of ServerGuide may not be compatible with the server.

For the two-socket, four-socket, and eight-socket configurations, ServerGuide can help you:

Set up and configure the system
Set up and configure any ServeRAID adapters as well as the onboard SAS chipset
Perform an unattended install of Windows 2003 with SP1 integrated CD (32-bit only)

For the 16-socket and 32-socket configurations, ServerGuide can help you:

Set up and configure the system
Set up and configure any ServeRAID adapters as well as the onboard SAS chipset

ServerGuide cannot help you perform unattended Windows installs (32-bit).

Hot-swap limitations

PCI hot-plug is not supported in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3.
PCI hot-plug support is limited in SLES9 and Novell NetWare 6.5.
For Linux, multifunction adapters (those that use PCI bridges) are currently not supported.
For NetWare, only hot-replace of adapters is supported.

Refer to the Software Requirements section for operating system limitations.

Planning information

Customer responsibilities

xSeries 460 Server and Related Options

The xSeries 460 server is designated as customer setup. Customer setup instructions are shipped with systems.

Configuration information:

Bay configuration

The xSeries 460 server contains seven customer-accessible drive bays on the front of the server. The top right bay is for the slim DVD-ROM. Six unpopulated 2.5-inch, slim-high, hot-swap drive bays are located beneath this bay.

The IDE DVD-ROM is cabled directly to the IDE port. The six hot-swap bays are connected to the integrated SAS SCSI controller through an integrated circuit.

Internal SCSI cabling

The xSeries 460 server contains a DASD backplane supporting six hot-swap, SCA-2-compliant drive bays. For configurations where an optional ServeRAID controller is used to support internal RAID applications, plug in optional RAID adapter into designated slot.

Processor upgrades

The following processor upgrade options are supported:

Intel Xeon Processor 7020 - 2.67Ghz 2x1MB L2 Cache 667FSB Intel Dual Core Processor Upgrade (25R8941)
Intel Xeon Processor 7040 - 3.00Ghz 2x2MB L2 Cache 667FSB Intel Dual Core Processor Upgrade (25R8942)

Memory support

The following memory options are supported:

2 GB (2x1GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (73P2866)
4 GB (2x2GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3x4 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (73P2867)
8 GB (2x4GB Kit) PC2-3200 CL3x4 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM (30R5145)

The 256 MB XceL4v cache, in multi-chassis configurations, uses system memory for this function. The total system memory as seen by the operating system is reduced by 256 MB per chassis for configurations of more than four sockets.

PCI-X 2.0 adapter installations

The xSeries 460 server contains PCI-X 2.0 architecture. Six full-length slots support PCI-X 2.0 and PCI adapters at up to 266 MHz clock speeds.

Rack installations

xSeries 460 3 U, rack-drawer models are designed to be installed in a 19-inch rack cabinet designed for 26-inch deep devices, such as the NetBAY42 ER, NetBAY42 SR, NetBAY25 SR or NetBAY11.

If using a non-IBM rack, the cabinet must meet the EIA-310-D standards with a depth of at least 71.1 cm (28 in). Also, adequate space (approximately 5 cm (2 in) for the front bezel and 2.5 cm (1 in) for air flow) must be maintained from the slide assembly to the front door of the rack cabinet to allow sufficient space for the door to close and provide adequate air flow.

Power considerations

These xSeries 460 models include two standard 1,300-watt, hot-swap power supplies which have redundancy for all configurations when powered at 200 to 240 V ac.

Cable orders

The 10/100/1000 Mbps full-duplex, Dual Ethernet PCI-X Controller is standard with the xSeries 460 server. The RJ-45 connectors provide a 10BaseT or 100/1000Base-TX interface for connecting twisted-pair cable to the Ethernet network. Cabling is not included with the server. To connect the Ethernet controller to a repeater or switch, use a UTP cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. For 100/1000 Mbps operation, Category 5 cabling must be used. For 10 Mbps operation, Category 3 or better, cabling must be used.

There are no additional cabling requirements, other than for system power, keyboard, mouse and monitor connections.

Installability

The xSeries 460 server requires about 20 minutes for installation. Installation includes unpacking, setting up and powering on the system. Additional time is required to install an operating system, additional adapters or features.

Packaging

                                                           Number of
Product              Shipment group                          boxes
-------------------  -----------------------------------   ---------
xSeries 460            System unit carton                    1

                        Contents:
                    -------------------
                       System unit
                       Rack components:
                         Rails
                         Cable management hardware

xSeries 460            Country kit carton                    1

                        Contents:
                     -------------------
        Two 9-foot 220 V intra-rack cables
        xSeries 460 Installation Guide
        Safety booklet
        SCSI cable
        Rack install template
        IBM Director
        ServerGuide
        CD-ROM Packages
        On/off switch cover

The xSeries 460 system is shipped as a single package. The country kit carton is contained inside the top portion of the system unit carton, while the rack components are contained in the system unit carton.

Related options

Processor upgrades

Xeon MP processor
VRM and heat sink
Installation publications/warranty

Supplies

None

Security, auditability and control

Security and auditability features include:

Power-on and privileged access password functions provide controls of who has access to the data and server setup program on the server.
A set unattended boot mode allows the system keyboard to be locked to all entries except the password and at the same time allows other computers on the network to access the system disk drive.
A selectable boot sequence can be used to prevent unauthorized installation of software or removal of data from the diskette drive.

Limitations

The xSeries 460 server has no security intrusion detection; therefore, it should be installed in a rack environment that provides security through lockable doors or other security measures. It is a customer's responsibility to ensure that the server is secure to protect sensitive data. The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection and implementation of security features, administrative procedures and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities.

Ordering information

Orders may be placed by calling IBM.COM,Americas at 1-800-IBM-CALL (1-800-426-2255)

Terms and conditions

Parts

Service parts may be ordered from the IBM National Parts Centre. Ordering procedures and terms are described in the Service Support Guide. Parts availability will be concurrent with product availability.

IBM Warranty/Service Information

Machine type:   8872
Models: 5RU, 6RU
Machine type:   8874
Models: 2RU
Attaches to:    Refer to Technical Information section.

Warranty service:

8872: Onsite Repair - 8:00am - 5:00pm Mon - Fri
with Mandatory Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) for Tier 1 CRUs

8874: Onsite Repair - 8:00am - 5:00pm Mon - Fri with Mandatory
Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) for Tier 1 CRUs

Options: Customer Carry in Exchange  - To IBM Business Partner
Authorized Servicer or Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU)

Warranty period:        8872: Three Years
                        8874: Three Years
                     Options: One Year

Warranty terms: Options assume the same warranty terms as the IBM machine
type in which they are installed. Should the option warranty extend beyond
the IBM machine type in which it is installed, the customer must provide
proof of purchase in order to obtain warranty service on the option. If
installed in a non-IBM machine, the customer must provide proof of
purchase in order to obtain warranty service on the option.

Non-IBM Programs:  Not warranted by IBM. Warranty, if any, is as provided
by the program's supplier.

IBM maintenance agreement terms:
Options assume the same Maintenance Agreement terms as the IBM machine
type in which they are installed.   Should the option warranty extend
beyond the Maintenance Agreement of the IBM machine type in which it is
installed the Customer must provide proof of purchase in order to obtain
warranty service on the option.

Warranty response objective:    Next Business Day

Additional charges may apply when on-site service is required that is more
than 150 kilometres from an IBM or Authorized Service location.
Warranty option upgrades:

Same Day Onsite Repair - 7 days / 24 hours - 4 Hour Response
Same Day Onsite Repair - 5 days / 9 hours - 4 Hour Response

International warranty service: Yes

International Warranty Service (IWS) is available to customers who travel or need to move selected IBM products as identified by their 4-digit IBM Machine Type to countries where their product is sold and serviced by IBM or an IBM authorized service provider. During the original warranty period, customers will be provided service through the service delivery methods available for their IBM product in the servicing country. Service procedures vary by country and some service and or parts may not be available in all countries. Some countries have fees and restrictions that apply when service is provided.

Eligible for maintenance:       Yes

IBM maintenance agreement service:

IBM Onsite Repair  -  M - F 8am - 5pm  Next Business Day Response
IBM Onsite Repair  -  M - F 8am - 5pm   (7 x 24 is available for a 15%
surcharge)

Customer set up:        Yes

Licensed internal code: No

Licensing terms:

IBM Programs included with this product are licensed under the terms of the IBM Program License Agreement and IBM System Programs License Agreement. A copy of these agreements are included in the documentation that ships with the system. Non-IBM Programs are available from IBM as distributed by the program supplier. Terms and Conditions of the supplier apply. They are included in their respective program packages in the documentation that ships with the system and are passed on to the customer.

IBM leasing:

ICA lease offering: Yes

IBM service & support

Warranty service on this product is provided by IBM or an IBM Business Partner. The customer entry point to IBM warranty service is 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378)

Customer replaceable units (CRU):

IBM provides replacement CRUs to you for you to install. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your machine and are available from IBM at any time on your request. CRUs are designated as being either a Tier 1 or a Tier 2 CRU. Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsiblity for all warranty service types designated as mandatory CRU. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it at no additional charge. Based upon availability CRUs will be shipped for next business day delivery. IBM specifies in the materials shipped with a replacement CRU whether a defective CRU must be returned to IBM. When return is requried you may be charged for the replacement CRU if IBM does not receive the defective CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement.

Common service information

Training:

Hardware training concepts for this machine type are included in the current server base course XW2001. The following training tools are available: Hands on Class - XW0007

Service publications:

IBM xSeries 460 Installation Guide and Problem Determination Guide (PDG) are available from our Web site: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

Service parts:

Part Number     Description
Cooling
48P9687 Hi SP 92mm FAN (CRU)
90P5051 HI SP 80mm FAN (CRU)
Planar
73P2870 1GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2
73P2871 2GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2
30R5146 4GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2
73P9324 Remote Supervisor
        Adapter II Slimline
25R7846 Intel Xeon Processor 7020
        2.67Ghz 2x1MB L2 Cache 667FSB
        Intel Dual Core Processor
25R7847 Intel Xeon Processor 7040
        3.00Ghz 2x2MB L2 Cache 667FSB
        Intel Dual Core Processor
39Y4736 Scalable CPU Board
40K0235 PCIX Board
39R7258 Super I/O Board
40K0221 Memory Card
40K2453 x460 Scalability Enablement/
        Memory Adapter
23K4111 Power Backplane
13M7880 SAS HDD Backplane
39M2521 Lightpath, Op Panel Card
        and Media Interposer Cards
13M7881 Media Backplane
73P6869 Active PCIX Hotplug Sensor

Power
36L8886 Line Cord
24R2715 Power Supply, 1300W
24R2691 10.2 Processor VRM

Cable
00N6996 Serial Cable
24P1067 Active PCIX Cable
25K9602 2.3m Scalabilty Cable
25K9604 2.9m Scalabilty Cable
25K9606 Internal Scalability cartridge
25K9610 SAS 4X Data Cable
25K9618 USB Cable
25K9622 SAS Power Cable
25K9626 CD/DVD IDE Cable

Heatsink
26K8805 Processor Heatsink
26K8836 Heatsink Retention Module
26K9020 Processor Heatsink Filler

Miscellaneous
01R1479 Air Block
03K9050 PCI Spacer
24P1295 Lift Handle Kit
25R5236 Rack Slide Kit
26K8945 Cable Mgmt Arm
26K5413 DVD-ROM
26K8680 HDD Blank Filler
26K8946 Chassis Assembly

IBM product support services maintenance prices:

Warranty option charges:

        Yrs 1/2/3 Warranty Upgrade
        IOR 4-hour response
        9 x 5           24 x 7
        -------------   -------------
88725RU $1799.00        $2549.00
88726RU $1799.00        $2549.00
88742RU $1799.00        $2549.00

ServicePac for warranty and maintenance options

IBM ServicePac is a family of convenient, easy-to-use, no contract, part-numbered services containing pre-defined levels of service delivery that make it simple for customers to access onsite services beyond their base product warranty. ServicePacs are available in electronic format and are sold through IBM authorized Business Partners or IBM Direct. Customers can choose the level of IBM hardware service that best meets the needs of their business and ensures continued productivity and availability of their IBM products. Customers can choose to upgrade their base warranty service from next business day 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Monday - Friday) to 4-hour response service 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (Monday - Friday), or to 4-hour response service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Ideal for customers in a mission-critical environment.

Warranty option upgrade

ServicePac P/N  Service Description                    List Price
-----------------------------------------------------------------
69P9012 3 years, on-site, 24 x 7, 4-hour response       $2,549.00
11K8218 3 years, on-site,   9 x 5, 4-hour response      $1,799.00

Post-warranty maintenance agreement

ServicePac P/N  Service Description                           List Price
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
14R1333 1 year, on-site,        9 x 5,  4-hour response         $4,999.00
14R1334 2 years,        on-site,        9 x 5,  4-hour response $8,999.00
14R1335 1 year, on-site,        24 x 7, 4-hour response         $5,499.00
14R1336 2 years,        on-site,        24 x 7, 4-hour response $9,999.00
29R5061 1 year, on-site,        Next Business Day response      $2,999.00
29R5062 2 years,        on-site, Next Business Day response     $5,499.00

For further information on IBM ServicePac Offerings refer to the ServicePac web site: http://www.can.ibm.com/servicepac

Annual minimum maintenance charges:

Part                           IOR Same Day    IOR NBD
Number  Description             9 x 5          9 x 5
------- ----------------------  ---------       ---------
88725RU xSeries 460            $4999.00        $2999.00
88726RU xSeries 460            $4999.00        $2999.00
88742RU xSeries 460            $4999.00        $2999.00

FOR ADDITIONAL WARRANTY OPTION UPGRADE or MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT INFORMATION CONTACT YOUR IBM REPRESENTATIVE, YOUR IBM AUTHORIZED BUSINESS PARTNER OR IBM AT 1-800-426-2255.

Pricing

Prices are subject to change without notice.

GST, QST and Sales Taxes, where applicable, are extra.

                                                          IBM
                          Machine  Model    Part          List
Description                Type    Number   Number        Price*
-----------               -----    -------  --------     --------
xSeries 460 - Rack,        8872     5RU     88725RU      $28,859
 2.67 GHz/2x1 MB, 2 GB
xSeries 460 - Rack,        8872     6RU     88726RU      $36,864
 3.00 GHz/2x2 MB, 2 GB
xSeries MXE-460 - Rack     8874     2RU     88742RU      $ 9,724


Description                                  Number      ERP*
--------------------------------             -------   --------
x460 Scalability Enablement/Memory Adapter     40K2450  $1,089

  (*)  IBM List Price does not include tax or shipping and is
  subject to change without notice.  Reseller prices may vary.

Educational allowance

None

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Electrical

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Equipment approvals and safety

Operating environment

Hardware requirements

Software requirements

Programming requirements

Compatibility

Limitations

Customer responsibilities

Cable orders

Installability

Packaging

Supplies

Limitations

Parts

International warranty service: Yes

Licensing terms:

IBM leasing:

IBM service & support

Customer replaceable units (CRU):

Common service information

Training:

Service publications:

Service parts:

IBM product support services maintenance prices:

Warranty option charges:

ServicePac for warranty and maintenance options

Warranty option upgrade

Post-warranty maintenance agreement

Annual minimum maintenance charges:

Pricing

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