Fujitsu Siemens Computers unveils new generation of
Intel-based monoprocessor servers
PRIMERGY TX150 S2 and RX100 S2 custom-made for branch
offices, data centers and the mid-tier market
Munich/Germany, July 22, 2004 —Fujitsu Siemens Computers is boosting the appeal of its
entry-level monoprocessor servers with the new S2 generation of its
PRIMERGY TX150 tower server and RX100 rack server. The PRIMERGY
TX150 S2 has been enhanced to operate even more economically while
offering better performance and reliability. Its sheer range of
functionality and high performance is as convincing as the
integration of quality future-oriented technology. The PRIMERGY
RX100 S2, meanwhile, symbolizes ultra-compact economy with its
improved utility and expanded data center fail safety. Both servers
come with Server Management Suite, ensuring simple installation and
configuration, as well as a choice of Intel Pentium 4 or Celeron
processors. The Pentium-based models will go on sale in Germany at
the end of July for prices starting at €1,480 (excl. VAT),
while the Intel Celeron version will become available about one
month later.
PRIMERGY TX150 S2 tower server
The PRIMERGY TX150 S2 is a multipurpose monoprocessor server
that offers excellent performance and scalability and sets new
class standards for expansion options. It can be configured either
as a cost-optimized variation with new SATA technology (Serial
Advanced Technology Attachment), or as a SCSI version with this
system’s renowned availability features. Because of the
various advantages it offers*, SATA technology - offered for the
first time in the PRIMERGY TX150-SATA, the S2 forerunner - rapidly
established itself as the new interface standard. RAID 0, 1, 10
functionality for outstanding data security is included even in the
entry-level unit.
Applications
The PRIMERGY TX150 S2 offers flexible entry into the world of
Intel-based tower servers. The choice of Ultra320 SCSI or SATA hard
disk technology makes the TX150 S2 the server of choice for a wide
variety of organizations, including mid-sized companies. Because it
can be integrated into 19-inch racks, the PRIMERGY TX150 S2 can
also be put to use for special data center tasks.
The server is suited to precisely those areas where
performance and scalability need to go hand in hand with high
system availability for continuous operation. The target groups
include small organizations that deploy department-level servers
for various tasks and infrastructure services, as well as branch
offices that use application servers for dedicated applications.
Classic areas of deployment include business, industry and office
applications. The TX150 S2 also supports special applications. It
can act as a file or print server, an Internet or Intranet server,
a communication server for gateways, firewalls, or as a web server.
Technical highlights
- 2.8 GHz Intel Celeron processor / 533 MHz Front Side Bus /
256 KB SLC (second-level cache), (or) 2.8, 3.0 or 3.2 GHz Intel
Pentium 4 processors / 800 MHz Front Side Bus / 1 MB SLC.
- Up to 4 GB DDR SDRAM PC3200, ECC.
- Up to four (7) SCSI hard disks (max. 1022 GB) or four SATA
hard disks (max. 640 GB).
- Two PCI-X 64-bit / 66 MHz (1x short, 1x ZCR), two PCI
32-bit / 33 MHz slots, 5V.
- SCSI RAID 1 (IME) onboard, ZCR option, (or) SATA RAID 0, 1,
10 (5 optional) PCI slot.
- Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000 Mbit/s ports.
- Onboard server management controller for simple
administration with PRIMERGY ServerView Suite products (ServerStart
and ServerView).
- Four LEDs for power/standby, hard disk activity, system
status and identification on front panel, two LEDs for system
status and identification on rear.
- RemoteView, RemoteView Service Board (RSB), chipDISK and
hot-plug, redundant power supply available as options.
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 rack server
The PRIMERGY RX100 S2 is an energy saving monoprocessor rack
server measuring one height unit (1 HU) and incorporating SATA hard
disk technology with onboard RAID 0 and 1 functionality. The
combination of its compact size combined and optimized server
management result in a lean IT infrastructure that is simple to
administer, thus saving time and money. The functionality and
price-performance make the exceptionally competitive PRIMERGY RX100
S2 ideal for data center solutions and server farm concepts running
19-inch rack environments.
The PRIMERGY RX100 S2 is the first PRIMERGY mono-rack server
that can be operated either with two fixed “easy
change” or two hot-plug SATA hard disks with a capacity of up
to 320 GB. The new SATA RAID technology allows configurations with
either mirror disks or “striped disks”, thus providing
the same RAID/hot-plug functionality as comparable SCSI models at
an attractive price.
Applications
Thanks to its enhanced functionality and security, the
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 offers an easy path of entry into the rack server
segment. Expandable, manageable and easy to maintain, this
high-performance thin server has been designed to meet all the
needs of a demanding client group, including Internet and
Application Service Providers (ISPs / ASPs), dot.coms and data
center customers.
Other typical RX100 S2 application areas at present range
from infrastructure or connectivity servers and front-end servers
in multi-tier scenarios to terminal servers with connected storage
subsystems. Configuration of the PRIMERGY RX100 S2 is so flexible
and versatile that the most favorable platform can be provided for
every application.
Technical highlights
- 2.8 GHz Intel Celeron processor / 533 MHz Front Side Bus /
256 KB SLC (second-level cache), (or) 2.8, 3.0 or 3.2 GHz Intel
Pentium 4 processors at / 800 MHz Front Side Bus / 1 MB SLC.
- Up to 4 GB DDR RAM PC3200, ECC.
- Up to two SATA hot-plug or easy-change hard disks (max. 320
GB).
- SATA RAID 0, 1 onboard for non hot-plug and hot-plug.
- Two PCI 64-bit / 66 MHz slots.
- Two Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000 Mbit/s ports.
- One 3.5-inch floppy disk, one optional 5.25-inch CD/DVD
drive.
- Operating panel and LEDs for simple integration, operation
and identification in 19-inch racks.
- Onboard server management controller for comprehensive
server and server management functionality with PRIMERGY ServerView
Suite products (ServerStart and ServerView).
- Optional RemoteView.
Photos are available at
http://www.fsc-mediaserver.com/fsc-photoserver/.
* These advantages are evident in configurations of two or
more SATA hard disks (up to four are possible). The PRIMERGY TX150
S2 with Intel Pentium 4 processor offers a clear price benefit
compared to a SCSI solution, as two SATA hard disks can be
purchased for the same price as a single SCSI disk of equal
capacity. At the same time, the server offers failsafe operation,
reduced downtimes and perfect serviceability since the data is
backed up by means of RAID 1 controllers and the hot-plug
capability of the hard disks.
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Business Critical Computing products, services and solutions. With
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