This document describes the features and characteristics of the IBM System x iDataPlex server released in April 2008, including high energy efficiency, optimized cooling, scalability, and high-density requirements. The product is suitable for environments such as Web 2.0, HPC clusters, and large-scale enterprise data processing.
The IBM System x iDataPlex sales guide presents an overview of the high‑efficiency, modular server solution designed for large‑scale data centers. It highlights key selling points such as up to 40% lower power consumption, optional rear‑door water‑cooled heat exchangers, and flexible configurations that support up to 84 servers in a standard 42U cabinet.
The guide details technical specifications, including dual‑port Gigabit Ethernet, up to 32 GB of Chipkill‑protected DDR2 memory, and optional RAID options. It also describes management features like integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) with IPMI 2.0 support, making deployment, monitoring, and remote control straightforward for administrators. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Maximum memory | 32 GB DDR2 (8 DIMM slots) |
|---|---|
| USB ports | 2 × USB 2.0 (front) |
| PCIe slots | Up to 2 × x8 PCIe slots |
The optional Rear Door Heat eXchanger water‑cooled door removes 100% of the heat generated inside the cabinet.
iDataPlex uses Chipkill ECC memory protection, which provides error‑correction up to 16 × the capability of standard ECC.
Each iDataPlex server includes an integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) that supports IPMI 2.0 for remote power control and monitoring.