IBM 2583B2U x3250 M4 server

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Provides next-generation performance in an innovative, compact design
Offers a wide range of configuration options and flexibility for cost-effective growth
Builds on IBM server tradition with integrated data protection and systems management capabilities.

Compact and cost-effective
The IBM System x3250 M4 server delivers the latest Intel processor technology in an ultra-small, single-socket rack server. Priced for value and built for performance, the x3250 M4 offers large capacity 1600 MHz memory, standard low-cost ServeRAID-C100 technology and dual network adapters. The x3250 M4 meets 80-PLUS® certification for power supply units to enable greater energy efficiency and savings.

Flexible options for growth
With a flexible subsystem and wide range of configuration options, a newly designed compact dual-port NIC adapter is dedicated in x4 slot, which offers another PCIe x8 slot-free. The x3250 M4 enables you to choose the level of computing power you need today and grow to meet increased application requirements. Choose hard disk drive size and storage capacity, dual- or quad-core processors—or even advanced protection RAID.

Innovative technology provides the latest processors and large memory capacity, in a compact 1U footprint
Power-efficient design helps save on energy costs
Affordable price point and total cost of ownership
Integrated tools support easy deployment and management
IBM tested and certified for quality and reliability
Rich security features to meet today’s security requirements

Feature	Benefits
Choice of processor—Intel Xeon E3-1200 Series (quad-core) and Core i3 2100 series (dual-core) up to 3.4 GHz/3 MB/1333 MHz, Pentium (dual-core) up to 3.0 GHz/3 MB/1333 MHz	Quad-core models enable substantial performance growth as application requirements increase Enables you to choose the level of computing power you need
Large memory capacity	Up to 32 GB memory, with DDR-3 ECC memory, up to 1600 MHz Offers double the memory capacity of predecessor
Flexible storage options	Two 3.5 in. simple-swap SATA or four 2.5 in. hot-swap/simple-swap SAS/SATA hard disk drives† (simple-swap is CTO only) offer flexibility to choose optimal price/performance storage solutions
Innovative RAID solution with advanced choices	Standard ServeRAID-C100 for IBM System x supports RAID-0 or -1 Hardware RAID-0, -1 is standard for SAS models (model dependent†) Integration with IMM v2 enables effective diagnosis and management.
High-performance I/O slots	One PCIe ×8 Gen 3 ready design, one PCIe ×4 Advanced hardware RAID -0, -1, -10, -5 upgrade
Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet	Provides increased network throughput and redundancy with efficient slot-saving integration Optional Compact Dual port NIC adapter dedicated for x4 slot provides better slots capability
Integrated Management Module II (IMM2)	Provides systems management capabilities with IPMI 2.0 compliance and Serial over LAN Supports a common management interface across your portfolio and offers server monitoring, alerting and remote control Optional upgrade to remote presence via Feature on Demand (FoD)
Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)	Enables your operating systems to take full advantage of the hardware for configuration capabilities, remote upgrade capabilities, enhanced networking and richer network authentication
IBM System x® ToolsCentre	IBM Systems Director can help increase uptime, reduce costs and improve productivity via remote, group-based server management capabilities Facilitates deployments, updates, diagnostics and configuration ServerGuide assists with the installation of operating systems and drivers to get your server up and running fast
IBM X-Architecture® technology	Integrated Management Controller and RAID capability with the ability to upgrade to remote systems management and more robust RAID protection
Limited warranty	3-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty, next business day 9×5, service upgrades available

Form factor/height	Rack/1U
Processor (max)	Intel Xeon E3-1200v2 series (quad-core) up to 3.6 GHz/8 MB/1600 MHz, Intel Core i3 2100 series (dual-core) up to 3.4 GHz/3 MB/1333 MHz, Pentium (dual-core) up to 3.0 GHz/3 MB/1333 MHz
Number of processors (std/max)	1/1
Cache (max)	8 MB L3
Memory (max)	1 × 4 GB 1600 MHz DDR-3 UDIMM standard, maximum 32 GB via four DIMM slots
Expansion slots	One PCIe x8, one PCIe x4 for hardware RAID-0, -1, compact dual-port NIC adapter (via CTO only)
Disk bays (total/hot-swap)	Two 3.5 in. simple-swap SATA or four 2.5 in. hot-swap/simple-swap SAS/SATA (simple-swap 2.5 in. via CTO only)
Maximum internal storage	8.0 TB, optical drive device optional
Network interface	Dual Gigabit Ethernet
Power supply (std/max)	300 W (1/1) or redundant 460 W (1/2)
Simple-swap components	Two 3.5 in. simple-swap SATA or four 2.5 in. hot-swap/simple-swap SAS/SATA HDDs (model dependent)
RAID support	Simple-swap SATA models - ServeRAID-C100 for IBM System x; hot-swap SAS model hardware RAID-0, -1 is standard (model dependent); optional hardware RAID-5
Systems management	Integrated Management Module 2 (IMM2) with IPMI 2.0 and Serial over LAN, optional upgrade to remote presence via Feature on Demand (FoD); IBM Systems Director, ServerGuide
Operating systems supported	Microsoft Windows Server 2012/Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2/ Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Red Hat Linux, SUSE Linux, vSphere 5.0
Limited warranty	3-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty, next business day 9×5, service upgrades available