Design points and technologies to handle your networked e-business applications

• Powerful 2.8 Ghz, or 3.8 GHz(1) Intel Xeon processors with 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB) and 2 MB L2 cache

• 1 GB of 400 MHz double data rate 2 (DDR2) ECC system memory(2)

• Integrated dual-channel Ultra320 controller with integrated mirroring

• 625-watt voltage sensing hot-plug power supply

• Up to twelve hot-swap fans; supporting redundant cooling

• Integrated systems-management processor

• Four available PCI/PCI-X slots, up to 133 MHz clock speed

• Eight drive bays: diskette, 8x-24x(3) slim-line DVD-ROM, six hot-swap HDDs

• Up to 1.8 TB(4) hot-swap Ultra320 SCSI HDD storage

• Integrated dual-channel gigabit Ethernet using Broadcom 5721 chips

• ATI RADEON 7000M video controller with 16 MB video memory

• One serial port, three USB ports, two Ethernet (RJ-45), two systems management connectors(5), one external SCSI, mouse, and keyboard ports

• Support for Integrated xSeries Adapter for iSeries (1519-200)

Note: (1) GHz and MHz denote the internal and/or external clock speed of the microprocessor only, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance.

Note: (2) PC2 3200 DDR2 SDRAM memory stands for double data rate and effectively provide 2X data in the same clock cycle. Data transfer is at 400MHz

Note: (3) Actual playback speed varies and is often less than the maximum possible.

Note: (4) When referring to HDD or tape backup capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. TB is 1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Total user capacity may vary depending on operating environments.

Note: (5) Connectors only function when RSA II SlimLine option installed
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The xSeries 346 server brings the following to rack-optimized server applications: Powerful, two-way, SMP-capable Intel Xeon processing 64-bit memory addressing - Up to 16 GB memory PCI-X architecture and upgradability to PCI-Express Ultra320 SCSI technology High-availability and manageability features Integrated xSeries Adapter for iSeries (1519-200) support Optimized for Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T), the x346 enables customers whose applications could benefit from greater memory addressability to migrate to 64-bit computing. The servers are available with a 2.8 GHz or 3.8 GHz/800 MHz/ 2 MB L2 cache Xeon processor(1) with hyperthreading and simultaneous multi-threaded (SMT) technologies(6) for more efficient program execution. With a compact 2 U footprint, the rack-optimized xSeries 346 server helps save valuable rack space and resources. Yet, it is packed with highly integrated, advanced server features designed for compute-intensive, Web-based, or enterprise network applications where space is a primary consideration. Note: (1) GHz and MHz denote the internal and/or external clock speed of the microprocessor only, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance. Note: (6) A single physical processor's resources look like two logical processors to the operating system and other applications allowing different tasks to execute simultaneously. This provides a performance boost on multitasking operations. Powered and scaled for e-business growth The xSeries 346 server applies powerful processors, large amounts of memory, and high-bandwidth PCI/PCI-X buses to Web-farm applications. 800 MHz FSB processors with 2 MB L2 cache (quad-pumped 200 MHz ) enabling up to 6.4 GB/s data transfer rates Two 512 MB high-speed DDR2 400 ECC SDRAM RDIMMs, two-way interleaved, 400 MHz DDR2 memory interface High-speed, wide-bandwidth, PCI/PCI-X bus slots PCI-Express (PCI-E x4) via option riser card support: Two 64-bit/133 MHz PCI-X full-length card slots Two 64-bit/100 MHz PCI-X low-profile full-length card slots High-performance integrated controllers: Dual Broadcom 5721 chips for Ethernet connections Dual-channel Ultra320 SCSI up to 320 MB/s Two systems management controllers High availability for around-the-clock e-business High-availability, manageability, and serviceability features help you diagnose problems quickly, even from remote locations. Supports Light Path Diagnostics with viewable drop-down panel, Wake on LAN, and PXE Support for virtual floppy enables easy remote host booting, using standard instructions stored anywhere on the network Integrated systems-management processor with upgradability to RSA II SlimLine option (does not require a PCI slot) Has ECC memory controller to detect and correct many single bit memory errors, and detect many multi-bit errors and also corrects some multi-bit errors Includes DVD-ROM Comes with Hot-swap/redundant power and cooling Support for internal DDS-5 tape drive option Provides potentially lower cost of ownership with help from IBM Director Includes three-year limited warranty(7) on parts and labor(8) Note: (7) For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit: http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/ Call 800-426-7378 or contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request. Note: (8) With respect to on-site service, the customer may be asked certain diagnostic questions before a technician is sent. Note: IBM makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding non-IBM products and services that are ServerProven, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These products are offered and warranted solely by third parties. Note: For the latest information on safe and effective computing. periodicallly visit: www.ibm.com/pc/safecomputing, xSeries 346 Intel Xeon processor options: xSeries 2.8 GHz/800 MHz - 2 MB L2 Cache Xeon Processor (25R8907) xSeries 3.8 GHz/800 MHz - 2 MB L2 Cache Xeon Processor (13N0689) These processors are ideal for data-intensive applications that range from data mining to evolving Web services. Innovative technologies deliver a processing speed of up to 3.8 GHz for unpredictable server workloads and escalating computing needs. The Intel Xeon processor with 2 MB L2 cache features Intel NetBurst microarchitecture and increases overall throughput via a faster 800 MHz FSB and enhanced level 2 cache. It is designed to enhance the new x346 system. High-performance server subsystems The x346 server expands the xSeries server line by adding a high level of processor power. This high-throughput, two-way, SMP-capable network server offers excellent performance and scalability when you add memory and a second processor. It incorporates powerful Xeon processors with 2 MB L2 cache. The advanced transfer L2 cache is integrated onto the processor core and runs at the same clock speed. The advanced transfer cache is a result of a "backside bus" 256 bits wide. It features a quad-wide cache line that can transfer four 64-bit cache line segments at one time to deliver full-speed capability. The cache is eight-way set associative. Two Intel Xeon processor connectors are standard on the system board to support installation of a second processor. High-speed 400 MHz SDRAM is optimized for 400 MHz processor-to-memory subsystem performance. The x346 server uses the Intel Lindenhurst chipset with Chipkill technology to maximize throughput from processors to memory, and to the 32-and 64-bit PCI buses. Standard x346 configurations __________________________________________________________________ | Model Processor Cache Memory SCSI Interface Mechanical| | -------- --------- ----- -------- -------------- ----------| | 8840-05x 2.8 GHz 2 MB 1 GB ECC Dual Ultra320 Rack | | 8840-55x 3.8 GHz 2 MB 1 GB ECC Dual Ultra320 Rack | | 8840-E3U 2.8 GHz 2 MB 1 GB ECC ServeRAID 7K Rack | | 8840-E4U 3.4 GHz 2 MB 1 GB ECC ServeRAID 7K Rack | |__________________________________________________________________| Additional features Two-way SMP processing achieved with a second processor of equal speed and processor type System board containing eight DIMM connectors supporting 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB 400 MHz DDR2 PC2-3200 SDRAM ECC RDIMMs: Two-way interleaved memory for improved performance (memory must be installed in matched pairs) Up to 16 GB of system memory (using 2 GB DIMMs ) High-speed, wide-bandwidth PCI/PCI-X bus slots: Two 64-bit/133 MHz PCI-X full-length card slots Two 64-bit/100 MHz PCI-X low profile full-length card slots Dual-channel, 16-bit Ultra320 (LVD) SCSI PCI controller supporting high-speed (up to 320 MB/s) internal storage solutions Two Broadcom 5721 Chips for Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet PCI; speed network communications to LAN clients The x346 servers offer solid system throughput from processor, to memory, to bus, to disk-intensive I/O. These features, combined with SMP capability, make the x346 server an excellent choice for stand-alone or clustered general-business applications, files, and print servers. High-availability and serviceability features Twelve hot-swap fans. Hot-swap HDD bays with SCA-2 connectors supports SAF-TE functions. Adaptec AIC-7902 dual-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller supports internal Ultra320 devices. DDR2 ECC DIMMs, combined with an integrated ECC memory controller, corrects many soft and hard single-bit memory errors, detects many multi-bit errors and corrects some multi-bit errors, and minimizes disruption of service to LAN clients. Chipkill basically distributes information covered by Error Correction Coding across separate memory chips so if any of the chips fail, the data can still be reconstructed from the remaining chips and the system can continue running. ECC L2 cache processors helps improve data integrity and helps reduce downtime. Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on HDD options when ServeRAID 7K is installed, memory, VRMs, processors, and fans (when Remote Supervisor Adapter installed), helps alert the system administrator of imminent component failure. Support for optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine, enables remote systems management through a Web-based browser. Support for an optional ServeRAID 7K adapter that works directly with on-board Adaptec AIC-7902 SCSI chipset for both Ultra160 and Ultra320 HDDs. Worldwide voltage-sensing, 625-watt, hot-plug power supply featuring auto restart. Optional xSeries 625-watt hot-swap power supply upgrade for high-availability requirements. Integrated systems management processor that supports: Automatic server restart (ASR) Fan monitoring and control Power supply monitoring Temperature monitoring Voltage monitoring Power on/off, reset sequencing LED controls (on-board diagnostics support with Lightpath LED) Remote power control Local firmware update Error logging Information LED panel for visual indications of system well-being. On-board diagnostics with an LED map to a failing component helps reduce downtime and service costs. Support for virtual floppy enables user to easily direct a remote host to boot and use standard instructions stored anywhere on the network Easily accessible system board, adapter cards, processor, and memory. CPU failure recovery in SMP configurations: Forces failed processor offline Reboots server automatically Generates alerts Continues operations with the working processor Expandability and growth The x346 server packs a lot of function and storage capacity into a 2 U 19-inch rack-drawer package, yet it is amazingly easy to upgrade and service. Functions such as SVGA video, dual-channel Ultra320 SCSI, and full-duplex 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet are integrated on the system board. Features include: Rack drawer models designed for 19-inch-wide by 28-inch-deep industry-standard rack enclosures such as the NetBAY42 SR Four PCI/PCI-X adapter card slots available, 2 x PCI-X slots may be used for a riser card option to support 2 x PCI-Express slots Six slim-high, hot-swap HDD bays System board optional upgrades (PCI slot not required) Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine (RSA II SlimLine) ServeRAID 7K for RAID 5 support Support for up to 1.8 TB of internal data storage, (using six 300 GB Ultra320 hot-swap HDDs) internal tape option may be used in place of HDDs 8x-24x IDE DVD-ROM and 1.44 MB diskette drive ATI Radeon 7000M controller with 16 MB of embedded DDR1 video memory Systems management Integrated BMC The xSeries 346 includes an integrated baseboard management controller that provides industry standard Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 1.5-compliant systems management. The BMC comes standard, and shares one of the two onboard Ethernet ports for access. The BMC can be accessed via software that is compatible with IPMI 1.5 (xCAT, and so on). The BMC is implemented using industry leading OSA firmware/applications in conjunction with the integrated baseboard management controller. Features and benefits: Monitoring of system voltages Monitor battery voltage Monitor system temperatures Fan speed control Fan tachometer monitor Good Power signal monitor System ID and planar version detection System power control System reset control NMI detection (System Interrupts) SMI detection and generation (System Interrupts) Serial port text console redirection System LED control (power, HDD, activity, alerts, heartbeat) Supports IPMI V1.5-compliant management software (ie: xCAT) In addition, you can purchase an optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine to provide additional systems management functionality. Optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine The optional RSA II Slimline adds accelerated graphics and delivers advanced control and monitoring features to manage your IBM eServer xSeries server (select models) at virtually any time, from virtually any place. This adapter card can be added to the server through a connector that connects to the planar. This adapter enables easy console redirection with text and graphics, keyboard and mouse (operating system must support USB) support over the system management LAN connections. With video compression now built into the adapter hardware, it is designed to allow the greater screen sizes and refresh rates that are becoming standard in the marketplace. This feature allows the user to display server activities from power-on to full operation, remotely with remote user interaction at virtually any time. The embedded Web server provides remote control from any standard Web browser. No additional software is required on the remote administrator's workstation. For those users who are accustomed to a command line interface, the administrator can also use the provided CLI from a Telnet session to perform some of the functions that they can perform from the Web server. The Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine provides remote management and control of the system independent of the server status, in many cases even if the server is powered off or otherwise disabled. Features and benefits: Continuously monitors system environmentals (temperatures and voltages), operating system status, critical system components such as processors, VRMs, memory, fans, power supplies and power backplanes (where supported by the system). Video compression hardware is built in, eliminating drivers. Faster graphics support makes monitoring and control more efficient. Virtual CD and floppy designed to provide the user with the ability to configure and diagnose a server remotely without a visit from your IT staff. RSA II SlimLine supports Secure Socket Layer (SSL) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). Integrated with IBM Director and Director Agent. Built-in LAN and serial connectivity supports virtually any network infrastructure. Multiple alerting functions warn systems administrators of potential problems, over e-mail, pager support, LAN, and/or SNMP. Installs on the system planar using a dedicated connector, and eliminates the need to take a PCI-X slot. The RSA II SlimLine features are similar to the RSA II except for the following features: Reset button is not accessible from back of system Mini USB cable, no longer required, uses internal USB bus. System has designated Systems Management Ethernet port, activated only when RSA II SlimLine is installed. External ac adapter not required; it uses standby power from system power supplies. Status LEDs are not externally viewable. The RSA II SlimLine no longer supports the prior RSA II interconnect function. IBM Director These x346 servers feature IBM Director, a powerful, highly integrated systems management software solution built on industry standards and designed for ease of use. You can exploit your existing enterprise or workgroup management environments and use rich security features to access and manage physically dispersed IT assets more efficiently over the Internet. It can help reduce costs through: Reduced downtime Increased productivity of IT personnel and end users Potentially reduced service and support costs IBM Director integrates leading workgroup and enterprise systems management environments via upward integration modules. This integration enables the advanced management capabilities built into xSeries servers to be accessed from: Tivoli Enterprise and Tivoli Netview Computer Associates Unicenter TNG Framework NetIQ -- BMC Patrol Microsoft SMS Intel LANDesk Management Suite IT administrators can view the hardware configuration of remote systems in detail and monitor the usage and performance of critical components such as processors, HDDs, and memory. IBM Director includes self-management features and a portfolio of proactive predictive tools that enable advanced xSeries server management resulting in higher server availability and reliability. Its industry-standard foundation enables heterogeneous hardware support. It works with the integrated systems-management processor to access environmental system information. The integrated systems management processor monitors and controls operating status for critical errors: ASR monitors the operating system status and automatically restarts the server if the operating system fails to respond. An alert is generated if the system has been restarted through ASR. Fan monitoring and control manages fan speed and automatically increases to maintain system cooling if temperature thresholds are exceeded. An alert is generated if a fan: Fails, or failure is predicted (with Remote Supervisor II Adapter card installed) Is installed or removed Power supply monitoring monitors for voltage ranges of supply. Temperature monitoring provides CPU and HDD backplane temperatures. An alert is generated if (preset) temperature warning thresholds are exceeded or restored and if critical temperature thresholds are exceeded. Soft and hard system shutdowns are automatically initiated if critical temperature thresholds are exceeded. Voltage monitoring provides CPU and power subsystem voltage thresholds. An alert is generated if abnormal voltages are detected. Power on/off and reset sequencing are supported through system monitoring. Text console redirect features keyboard and mouse control. LED controls (Light Path support); on-board diagnostics with LED map which is illuminated in case of key component errors or failures to enable quick local diagnostics and servicing. Flash update enables updates to the integrated systems management processor firmware. The integrated systems management processor supports upgrading to Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine for full out-of-band and in-band remote management. Integrated xSeries Adapter for iSeries An Integrated xSeries Adapter (1519-200) attaches an x346 to an IBM eServer i5 or iSeries server and enables you to leverage the iSeries family of servers to provide virtual storage, virtual Ethernet and tape sharing to an attached xSeries and easily integrate security, backup, and operations of a Windows and OS/400 environment. The x346 is ideal for packaging in a rack with the rack-mounted IBM eServer i5. Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine Remote Supervisor Adapter II SlimLine features: Easy-to-use, Web-based management from standard Web browsers Multimode alerts include e-mail with log, paper, SNMP, and LAN Graphical console redirection; keyboard and mouse control Remote management in many cases independent of the server status Support for virtual floppy enables you to easily direct a remote host to boot and use standard instructions stored anywhere on the network Full remote control of hardware and graceful shutdown of operating system Remote update of the xSeries server and Remote Supervisor Adapter II slimline firmware The IT administrator achieves comprehensive, virtual on-site control of xSeries servers through the ability to remotely: Access the server, in many cases, regardless of the 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 VRMs Memory Fans (when Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline is installed) Power supplies HDDs (when ServeRAID 7K is installed) Define automated actions such as: Send e-mail or page to an administrator Execute a command or program Pop-up an error message to the Director console Manage 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 off line Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) ACPI is an open industry specification that defines a flexible and extensible hardware interface for the system board. Software designers use this specification to integrate power management features throughout a computer system, including hardware, the operating system, and application software. This integration enables Windows to determine which applications are active and handle all of the power management resources for computer subsystems and peripherals. World-class support tools and programs The x346 server tools and programs can make ownership a positive experience. From the start, IBM programs help you purchase servers, get them running, and keep them running over the long haul. IBM can help your company maintain ownership of technology leadership network servers. IBM on-site, three-year limited warranty with next-business-day (NBD) service (same-business-day service optionally available) helps protect your investment if a problem occurs. This service also includes replacement of parts identified through PFA. The ServerProven 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 346 server with various adapters and devices. The ServerGuide CD includes utilities and drivers for assisted loading of popular network operating systems. Electronic support on the Web, via the Web site below, offers additional support in an easy-to-use format. http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Back to top   Product Positioning This two-way, SMP-capable server is positioned between the xSeries 336 and xSeries 365 servers and replaces the xSeries 345 server. The 2 U xSeries 346 server offers more PCI adapter expansion than the 1 U-high xSeries 336 server. The xSeries 365 servers support up to four Intel** Xeon** processors MP, driving large memory configurations and requires 3 U of rack space. With this high-density, highly integrated x346 server you can install features to handle future expansion that meet changing needs. At the same time, it can handle emerging applications that require maximum computing power and function in the least amount of rack space. Applications include: E-commerce and e-business Application serving Web serving Messaging and collaboration applications Proprietary applications This powerful server also meets traditional enterprise network server requirements, but with an added benefit of requiring less space. The x346 is the newest xSeries server to be attached to IBM eServer i5 or iSeries servers. An Integrated xSeries Adapter (1519-200) attaches an x346 to an IBM eServer i5 or iSeries server. This iSeries family of servers to provides virtual storage, virtual Ethernet, and tape sharing. When attached to an xSeries, the x346 easily integrate security, backup, and operations of a Windows and OS/400 environment. Back to top   Models Model Summary Matrix Model Processor Cache Memory Type Miscellaneous 05U 2.8 GHz/800 MHz 2 MB L2 1 GB 2-way SMP Capable Rack Server 55U 3.8 GHz/800 MHz 2 MB L2 1 GB 2-way SMP Capable Rack Server E3U 2.8 GHz/800 MHz 2 MB L2 2 GB 2-way SMP Capable Rack Server with ServeRAID 7K E4U 3.4 GHz/800 MHz 2 MB L2 2 GB 2-way SMP Capable Rack Server with ServeRAID 7K and Redundant power Customer Setup (CSU) These products are designated Customer Setup. Devices Supported The IBM(R) xSeries 346 server (models -05x,-55x,-E3U,-E4U) is designed to maintain compatibility with the following IBM products. As a part of the ServerProven program, xSeries compatibility listings are updated on the World Wide Web. Detailed information relative to IBM and non-IBM vendor devices, adapters, software and network operating systems supported with xSeries servers can be accessed via the Web by entering the following URL: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat HARDWARE OPTIONS Part Description Number ----------------------------------------------------------- ------- System Memory IBM 512 MB (2x 256 MB) RDIMM Kit, Non-ChipKill 73P3522 PC3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMMs IBM 512 MB (2x 512 MB) Non-Chipkill RDIMM Kit, 73P3523 PC3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMMs IBM 1 GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM 73P2865 IBM 2 GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM 73P2866 IBM 4 GB PC2-3200 ECC DDR2 SDRAM RDIMM 73P4792 System Processors IBM xSeries 2.8 GHz/800 MHz - 2 MB L2 Cache Xeon Processor 25R8907 with EM64T IBM xSeries 3.8 GHz/800 MHz - 2 MB L2 Cache Xeon Processor 13N0689 with EM64T Fixed Disks / Diskette Drives / Storage IBM 36.4 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 90P1304 IBM 73.4 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 90P1305 IBM 146.4 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 90P1306 IBM 36.4 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 2.5" SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 32P0796 IBM 73.4 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 2.5" SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 32P0797 IBM 36.4 GB 15K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 90P1318 IBM 36.4 GB 15K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-swap HDD 90P1380 IBM 73.4 GB 15K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-Swap HDD 90P1319 IBM 73.4 GB 15K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-swap HDD 90P1381 IBM 146.8 GB 15K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-swap HDD 90P1382 IBM 300 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI Hot-swap HDD 90P1307 IBM 300 GB 10K-rpm Ultra320 SCSI non Hot-swap HDD 32P0799 IBM Ultra320 SCSI Controller 71P8594 IBM ServerRaid 6M Ultra320 SCSI Controller (256MB Cache) 02R0988 IBM ServerRaid 6M Ultra320 SCSI Controller (128MB Cache) 32P0033 IBM ServeRAID 7k SCSI Adapter 71P8642 Netfinity FAStT500 Host Adapter 00N6881 Netfinity FAStT500 Mini Hub 00N6882 IBM FAST FC2-133 Host Bus Adapter 24P0960 IBM EXP400 Storage Expansion Unit(2) 17331RU IBM EXP400 Storage Expansion Unit(2) (EMEA) 17331RX IBM FAStTEXP200 Storage Expansion Unit(2) 35421RU IBM FAStTEXP200 Storage Expansion Unit(2) (EMEA) 35421RX IBM FAStTEXP200 Redundant Raid Controller 19K1121 IBM FAStTEXP200 HA Storage Server(2) 35422RU IBM FAStTEXP200 HA Storage Server(2) (EMEA) 35422RX IBM FAStT700 Storage Server 17421RU IBM FAStT700 Storage Server (EMEA) 17421RX IBM FAStT700 Mini Hub 19K1269 Note: (2) Must be attached to a supported adapter. Communications IBM 16/4 Token-Ring PCI Management Adapter 34L5001 IBM High-Speed 100/16/4 PCI Token-Ring Adapter 34L5201 NetXtreme 1000 T Dual Port Ethernet Adapter 31P6401 PRO/1000 MT Server Ethernet Adapter 31P9601 PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Server Adapter 73P2701 IBM V.90 PCI Data Fax Soft Modem 31P7201 Wireeless PCI 22P6901 Miscellaneous Cables LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable - 1M 19K1247 LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable - 5M 19K1248 LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable - 25M 19K1249 LC-SC Fibre Channel Cable Adapter 19K1250 Short Wave SFP Module 19K1271 Long Wave SPF Module 19K1272 Nefinity Fibre Channel 25M Cable 03K9305 Nefinity Fibre Channel 5M Cable 03K9306 Nefinity Fibre Channel Long-Wave GBIC 03K9307 Nefinity Fibre Channel Short-Wave GBIC 03K9308 Nefinity 2M Ultra2 SCSI Cable 03K9310 Nefinity 4.2M Ultra2 SCSI Cable 03K9311 USB to Serial Cable 10K3661 250 mm KVM Conversion Option 32P1636 1.5 M KVM Conversion Option 32P1652 Netfinity Fibre Channel 1 M Cable 36L9973 Monitors IBM E54 Color Monitor 6331 IBM E74 Color Monitor 6332 IBM NetBay 2U Flat Panel Display Console Kit w/Keyboard 32P1702 IBM NetBay 2U Flat Panel Display Console Kit w/o Keyboard 32P1703 IBM L150 ThinkVision 15" Flat Panel Moniitor 6636AB1 IBM L150p ThinkVision 15" Flat Panel Moniitor 6636HB1 IBM L170 ThinkVision 17" Flat Panel Moniitor 6734AB0 IBM L170p ThinkVision 17" Flat Panel Moniitor 6734HB0 IBM C170 ThinkVision 17" Monitor 673766N IBM 17-inch Flat Panel Display Console Kit w/US Keyoard 17231UX IBM 17-inch Flat Panel Display Console Kit w/o Keyboard 17231NX Tape 100/200GB LTO Half-High Tape Drive 59P6717 IBM 40/80GB DLTVS Half-High Tape Drive 59P6719 IBM 160/320 GB SDLT Internal SCSI Tape Drive 59P6736 IBM 200/400GB LTO FH Tape Drive 59P6744 IBM 80/160 GB Half High VS160 Tape Drive 59P6745 VXA-2 Tape Drive 59P6746 36/72GB DDS/5 Internal Tape Drive 71P9145 3607 Series 1.8GB/3.6TB LTO Autoloader (Rack Mount) 360726X IBM SDLT/LTO Modular Tape Library 4560SLX LTO Generation-2 Tape Drive Sled 71P9146 5.25" FH SCSI Tape Enclosure 3503B1X IBM 1U xSeries Tape Enclosure Unit 45591UX IBM 4U Rackmount SCSI Tape Drive Enclosure 45594UX IBM 2U Full High Stand Alone SCSI Tape Enclosure 4559FHX IBM 1U Half High Stand Alone SCSI Tape Enclosure 4559HHX Other Devices IBM Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline 73P9341 NetBAY42 Enterprise Rack 930842S NetBAY42 Enterprise Rack Expansion Cabinet 930842E NetBAY42 Standard Rack Cabinet 9306420 NetBAY42 Standard Expansion Rack Cabinet 9306421 NetBAY25 Standard Rack Cabinet 9306250 NetBay11 Standard Rack Cabinet 9306110 McData 4300 Fabric Switch (12-port) 2034212 Cisco MDS 9120 Multilayer Fabric Switch 2061020 Cisco MDS 9140 Multilayer Fabric Switch 2061040 IBM NetBAY 1 x 4 Console Switch 09N4290 IBM NetBAY 2 x 8 Console Switch 09N4291 NetBAY Local Console Manager (LCM) 1735L04 NetBAY Remote Console Manager (RCM) 1735R16 IBM 87-Key Space Sacer II PS/2 Keyboard 28L3644 IBM USB Optical Wheel Mouse 06P4069 IBM Preferred Pro Full-size Keyboard 31P7415 IBM USB Keyboard with UltraNav 31P8950 Power/Distribution DPI Universal Rack PDU 32P1736 30amp/125V Front-end PDU with NEMA L5-30P connector 32P1751 32amp/250V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 32A 2P+Gnd connector 32P1752 63amp/250V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 32A 2P+Gnd connector 32P1754 DPI NEMA Rack PDU 32P1761 30amp/250V Front-end PDU with NEMA L6-30P connector 32P1766 60amp/250V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 60A 2P+N+Gnd connector 32P1767 32A/230V 3P w/IEC309 3P+N+Gnd Conn 73P5844 60A/208V 3P w/IEC309 3P+Gnd Conn 73P5847 60A/208V 1P w/IEC309 2P+Gnd Conn 73P5855 63A/320V 1P w/IEC309 P+N+Gnd Conn 73P5856 American Power Conversion 2U Smart UPS 1400 (Low Voltage) 32P1020 American Power Conversion 2U Smart UPS 1400 (High Voltage) 32P1022 IBM UPS3000XLU 100-127V UPS 2130R30 IBM UPS3000XHU 200-240V UPS 2130R31 xSeries 625 W Hot-Swap Power Supply (N. America) 26K5097 xSeries 625 W Hot-Swap Power Supply (WW) 26K5098 Model Conversions None. Back to top   Technical Description Physical Specifications Operating Environment Limitations Hardware Requirements Software Requirements The xSeries 346 systems are enterprise LAN servers using industry-standard architectures. They contain a 32-bit and 64-bit PCI bus architectures: A 32-bit PCI bus supports data transfer rates of up to 132 MB/s and runs at 33 MHz clock speeds. A 64-bit PCI-X bus supports data transfer rates of up to 1064 MB/s at 133 MHz clock speed and 800 MB/s at 100 MHz clock speed. This rack-optimized platform contains 2.8 GHz, or 3.8 GHz(1),Intel** Xeon** processor running with 800 MHz front-side-bus with Hyper-Threading and simultaneous multi-threaded (SMT) technologies that allow for more efficient program execution in two-way SMP applications, and advanced transfer (full speed) 2 MB L2 cache. Additional standard features include 1 GB of PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC SDRAM system memory, express models will have 2 GB system memory, two integrated Broadcom 5721 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet chips, and integrated dual-channel, Ultra320 SCSI controllers, a systems management processor, an SVGA video controller with 16 MB of video memory, 8x-24x IDE DVD-ROM, and 1.44 MB diskette drive. Note: (1) The Xeon** GHz speed is the internal processor speed. External processor operations to system memory run at 400 MHz. Model configuration SCSI Model Xeon Processor Memory HDD Interface Mechanical -------- ----------------- ---------- -------- --------- ---------- 8840-05x 2.8 GHz/800 MHz - 1 GB ECC Open-bay Ultra320 Rack 2 MB L2 Cache 8840-55x 3.8 GHz/800 MHz - 1 GB ECC Open-bay Ultra320 Rack 2 MB L2 Cache 8840-E3U 2.8 GHz/800 MHz - 2 GB ECC Open-bay Ultra320 Rack 2 MB L2 Cache, ServeRAID 7K 8840-E4U 3.4 GHz/800 MHz - 2 GB ECC Open-bay Ultra320 Rack 2 MB L2 Cache, ServeRAID 7K, Redundant Power The xSeries 346 can be upgraded to SMP by adding a second processor of the same type, speed, and cache size. System memory can be expanded to 16 GB by installing 2 GB PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC SDRAM DIMM options in each of the eight memory DIMM sockets. These models contain six hot-swap bays and are shipped without HDDs to allow customers or remarketers to configure the server to meet various storage requirements depending upon the application. The xSeries 346 provides six storage expansion bays and four expansion slots. It supports up to two hot-swap power supplies. A single 625 watt hot-swap power supply with auto restart capability is standard. By adding optionally available xSeries 625 W Hot-Swap Power Supply Upgrade, n+n redundancy can be obtained. The eight bays consist of six, 3.5-inch slim-high, hot-swap drive bays, a 5.25-inch, slim-high bay with DVD-ROM, one 3.5-inch slim-high drive bay for 1.44 MB floppy drive. xSeries 346 contains four, wide-bandwidth, PCI/PCI-X expansion slots: Two 64-bit/133 MHz PCI-X full-length card slots Two 64-bit/100 MHz PCI-X low profile full-length card slots The xSeries 346 standard features include: 800 MHz (quad-pumped 200 MHz) front-side bus Xeon** processor with integrated 2 MB ECC advanced transfer L2 cache Second socket for SMP Xeon** processor Memory subsystem consists of 400 MHz PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC SDRAM DIMMs with an ECC memory controller on the processor card for error correction of single-bit memory errors (memory must be installed in matched pairs) An integrated system board diskette controller An SVGA controller with 16 MB video memory An integrated systems management processor 64-bit, dual-channel, Ultra320 SCSI controller Two Broadcom 5721 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller chips One 1.44 MB 3.5-inch diskette drive A 8x-24x IDE DVD-ROM drive One 625-watt voltage-sensing, worldwide power supply Time of Day clock and battery Standard Device Ports/Connectors: Keyboard Pointing Device SVGA port Two Ethernet port using RJ-45 connector One external SCSI port One high speed serial/asynchronous port, (NS16550A compatible) Three USB ports System management processor ports (only function when RSA II SlimLine option installed) Physical Specifications The x346: 8840-05x 8840-55x --------- -------- Processor Xeon Xeon Internal speed 2.8 GHz 3.8 GHz External speed 800 MHz 800 MHz Number standard 1 1 Maximum 2 2 L2 cache (full-speed) 2 MB 2 MB Memory (400 MHz SDRAM) 1 GB ECC 1 GB ECC RDIMMs 2x512 MB 2x512 MB DIMM sockets 8 8 Capacity 16 GB 16 GB Video SVGA SVGA memory 16 MB 16 MB SCSI controller Ultra320 Ultra320 Channels 2 2 Connector internal 1 1 Connector external 1 1 RAID controller 2 2 Channels 2 2 Connector internal 1 1 Connector external 1 1 HDD open bay open-bay Total bays 8 8 5.25 slim 1 1 3.5-in slim 1 1 Hot-swap 6 6 Internal capacity 1.8 TB(9) 1.8 TB(9) Bays available 6 6 5.25 slim 0 0 3.5-in slim 0 0 Hot-swap 6 6 Total PCI slots 4 4 64-bit/133 MHz 2 2 64-bit/100 MHz 2 2 PCI_E (10) 2 2 System management Standard Standard Ethernet controller Dual Gb Dual Gb DVD-ROM (IDE) 8x-24x 8x-24x Diskette drive 1.44 MB 1.44 MB Power supply 625 W 625 W Number standard 1 1 Maximum 2 2 Hot-swap Yes Yes Redundant power Yes Yes Auto restart Yes Yes   The x346: 8840-E3U 8840-E4U -------- -------- Processor Xeon Xeon Internal speed 2.8 GHz 3.4 GHz External speed 800 MHz 800 MHz Number standard 1 1 Maximum 2 2 L2 cache (full-speed) 2 MB 2 MB Memory (400 MHz SDRAM) 2 GB ECC 2 GB ECC RDIMMs 2x 1 GB 2x 1 GB DIMM sockets 8 8 Capacity 16 GB 16 GB Video SVGA SVGA memory 16 MB 16 MB SCSI controller Ultra320 Ultra320 Channels 2 2 Connector internal 1 1 Connector external 1 1 RAID controller 2 2 Channels 2 2 Connector internal 1 1 Connector external 1 1 HDD 0 0 Total bays 8 8 5.25 slim 1 1 3.5-in slim 1 1 Hot-swap 6 6 Internal capacity 1.8 TB(9) 1.8 TB(9) Bays available 3 3 5.25 slim 0 0 3.5-in slim 0 0 Hot-swap 3 3 Total PCI slots 4 4 64-bit/133 MHz 2 2 64-bit/100 MHz 2 2 PCI_E (10) 2 2 32-bit/33 MHz 1 1 System management Standard Standard Ethernet controller Dual Gb Dual Gb DVD-ROM (IDE) 8x-24x 8x-24x Diskette drive 1.44 MB 1.44 MB Power supply 625 W 625 W Number standard 1 2 Maximum 2 2 Hot-swap Yes Yes Redundant power Yes Yes Auto restart Yes Yes   Note: The x346 express model 8840-E3U or E4U are prepackaged models containing either one 2.8 GHz or one 3.4 GHz processor, 2 GB DDR2 system memory, and a ServeRAID 7K adapter. The 8840-E4U also has redundant power. Note: (9) Capacities are based on installation of six 300 GB slim-high, Ultra320 HDDs. For latest information on supported HDD options, refer to the Sales Manual or visit: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat Note: (10) PCI_E is an optional feature through an option upgrade that will replace two PCI 64-bit/133 MHz slots. 8x-24x(11) DVD-ROM drive characteristics Formatted capacity: 650 MB Average access time: 110 ms Burst data transfer rate: 16.6 MB/s (ATA PIO Mode 4) Technology: Full constant angular velocity (CAV) Buffer size: 1 MB Note: (11) 8x-24x CD-ROM variable read rate. Actual playback speed will vary and is often less than the maximum possible. Video subsystem ATI Radeon 7000M controller Integrated on planar and connected to the PCI bus 16 MB of embedded DDR1 video memory 128-bit graphics engine with 8, 16, and 32 bpp mode acceleration 32 bpp (4G colors/true color) support Integrated 230 MHz RAMDAC Display Data Channel Bi-Directional (DDC2B) monitor communications support Supported video mode capabilities for the SVGA PCI controller: Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows 2003: Refresh Resolution Colors 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 1152 x 864 x 8 256 60, 70, 75 1152 x 864 x 16 64K 60, 70, 75 1152 x 864 x 32 16 million 60 1280 x 1024 x 8 256 60, 75, 85 1280 x 1024 x 16 64K 60, 75, 85 1280 x 1024 x 32 16 million 60, 75, 85 1600 x 1200 x 8 256 60, 75, 85 1600 x 1200 x 16 64K 60, 75, 85 1600 x 1200 x 32 16 million 60, 75 Note: NetWare and SCO drivers are contained in the respective operating system packages or bulletin boards. Dimensions 2U Rack Drawer: Width: 443.6 mm (17.5 in) Depth: 698.0 mm (27.5 in) Height: 85.4 mm (3.36 in) Rack: Weight: (minimum configuration) 21.1 kg (46.5 lb) Weight: (maximum configuration) 28.1 kg (62 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; 4.5 A Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA) (approximately): .833kVA Minimum configuration: 0.36 kVA Maximum configuration: 0.83 kVA Btu output: Ship configuration: 1230 Btu/hr (360 watts) Full configuration: 2840 Btu/hr (830 watts) Noise level (horizontal position): 6.6 bels (operating) 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. x346 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 Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) specification 2.3 PCI-X specification V1.0a Hardware-enabled to meet the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9241, Part 3 Equipment approvals and safety FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Class A Canada ICES-003, issue 3, Class A UL 1950(12) CSA C22.2 No. 950 NOM-018(12) Note: (12) This server model 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) Limitations The x346 server supports a maximum of 16 GB of system memory by adding a 2 GB PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC SDRAM RDIMM in each of the eight DIMM slots. All supported system memory is addressable through direct memory access. The server supports 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB PC2-3200 DDR2 ECC SDRAM DIMMs. DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs. Refer to the Planning information section for supported memory options. Microprocessor SMP upgrades must be of the same type and clock speed. Mixing microprocessors of different speeds or cache size is not supported. Use the version of ServerGuide shipped with the system, or a later version, to load software and drivers. Earlier versions of ServerGuide cannot be used with the server. Refer to the Software Requirements section for operating system limitations. Hardware Requirements For attended installation of an operating system, this server requires a compatible: Keyboard Mouse HDD Display (E51, E54, P76, G78, LCD, or equivalent) 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 HDD Display (E51, E54, P76, G78, LCD, or equivalent) When having the unit serviced, plan to have these components attached to your server either directly or indirectly via a console switch. Software Requirements xSeries 346 Software Compatibility The following software products have been tested by IBM and software publishers in the latest available versions, and where appropriate, are or will soon be certified by the publisher to be compatible with the xSeries 346 OPERATING SYSTEMS Software Publisher Description ------------------ ------------------------------------------------ o Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server Windows 2000 Server Windows Server 2003 Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition o Novell NetWare 6.5 o Linux Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Advanced Server Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 Edge Server SUSE Linux Entreprise Server 8 Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3.0 for AMD64 and Intel EM64T   Note: Certification is planned for these operating systems. The following software is supported as preloads: Red Hat Enterprise Linux ES 3 Standard Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition Windows Server 2003 Note: Additional support, certification, and version information on network operating systems can be accessed at the following: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat Note: For information on additional support, certification, and versions, visit: http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat The following network operating systems are supported as preloads in the xSeries 346 server: Microsoft: Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition Windows Server 2003 Red Hat Enterprise Linux ES 3 Back to top   Publications The following publications and CD-ROMs are shipped with the x346 server: The x346 Installation Guide (25R3475) 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 pictorials to enable you to quickly set up the xSeries 346 servers. The ServerGuide contains utilities and drivers to support the x346 servers. In addition, it includes a set of easy-to-use utilities for assisted installation via CD of 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. Back to top   Features -- Specify/Special/Exchange No Charge Specify Codes Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable Feature Exchanges No Charge Specify Codes None. Special Feature Codes -- Chargeable Part Description Machine Model number ----------------------------- ------- ----- ------- Note: All models are GAV models except some AP. IBM eServer xSeries 346 8840 05U 884005U 8840 55U 884055U IBM eServer xSeries 346 8840 E3U 8840E3U 8840 E4U 8840E4U Description Number -------------------------------------- ------- IBM 2.8 GHz/800 MHz/2MB L2 CPU w/EM64T 25R8907 IBM 3.8 GHz/800 MHz/2MB L2 CPU w/EM64T 13N0689 Feature Exchanges Not available. Back to top   Accessories None. Customer Replacement Parts None. Back to top   Machine Elements None. Back to top   Supplies None. Diskettes None. Trademarks (R), (TM), * Trademark or registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. ** Company, product, or service name may be a trademark or service mark of others. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.  © IBM Corporation 2005. Back to top