IBM BladeCenter S is a blade cabinet for small and medium-sized enterprises. It integrates servers, storage devices, networks and I/O, does not require dedicated wiring, uses standard office power plugs, supports multiple operating systems and applications, is easy to deploy, use and manage, and helps to build a more environmentally friendly IT infrastructure.
The BladeCenter S is a compact 4U cabinet that can hold up to six blade servers, providing a space‑saving solution for small and medium offices. It integrates servers, storage, and networking in a single enclosure and can be powered from a standard 100‑240 V office outlet.
The leaflet outlines the system’s modular design, optional Office Enablement Kit, management tools, and available hardware options such as power modules, storage modules, and cooling units. It also provides purchasing information, warranty details, and contact numbers for IBM support in China. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Maximum blade servers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Processor configurations per blade | Up to dual‑processor or quad‑processor per blade |
| Maximum storage modules | 2 modules, each up to six 3.5‑inch SAS or SATA drives |
| Management module | 1 |
| Rack space | 4U |
The BladeCenter S cabinet can hold up to six blade servers.
The system can install up to two disk storage modules, each capable of holding six 3.5‑inch SAS or SATA drives.
The cabinet occupies 4U of rack space, leaving room for further expansion.