IBM System x3550 M5 Server

The IBM System x3550 M5 is a versatile 1U, 2-socket rack server designed to deliver industry-leading reliability, security, and efficiency for almost any workload. Powered by the Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3 family and high-speed TruDDR4 memory, it provides a 131% performance boost over the previous M4 generation. With 24 DIMM slots supporting up to 1.5 TB of RAM and flexible storage options with up to 12 drive bays, the x3550 M5 is ideal for high-performance cloud computing and big data analytics. Its advanced cooling system supports operation in environments up to 40°C, and its 80 PLUS Titanium power supplies minimize operational costs with up to 96% efficiency.

Key Specifications:

• Form Factor: 1U Rackmount.

• Processors: Up to 2 x Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3 series (up to 36 total cores).

• Memory: 24 slots, supporting TruDDR4 RDIMM and LRDIMM.

• Storage: Configurations for 4/8/10/12 SFF drives or 4 LFF drives (Hot-swap/Fixed).

• Expansion: Up to 3 PCIe Gen3 slots for high-speed I/O.

• Management: IBM IMM, ServerGuide, and Systems Director with Active Energy Manager.

• Network: Quad-port Gigabit Ethernet Broadcom BCM5719.

• Redundancy: Hot-swap redundant fans (7+1) and power supplies (1+1).