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iSeries Server 270
iSeries Server 270
The iSeries Model 270 server delivers the performance, reliability, and
security needed for applications that span from core business to
e-business. With five processor options, the 270 server offers an
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performance scalability from top to bottom. Processor upgrades are
offered within the 270 server.
The iSeries server 270 offers up to 24 disk units, a high-performance
PCI bus with Hot Plug PCI adapters (on selected processors), a
High-Speed Link, and V.90 integrated modem. Options include a 1 Gbps
high-speed Ethernet LAN adapter and 100 Mbps high-speed token-ring
adapter. On selected processors, interactive performance features can
be selected. The iSeries server 270 the supports 850 MHz or 1GHz
Integrated xSeries Servers. Options to rack mount the iSeries server
270 are available.
A minimum functional server consists of the base server unit and selected priced features.
The base server includes the physical package and power elements, a DASD controller, an
I/O controller, and a #9771 Base PCI 2-Line WAN with Modem as follows:
• Operator panel without key stick
• Base DASD/tape cage (six Internal Disk slots, two Removable Media slots)
The base DASD cage on #2431 processors does not support concurrent maintenance.
• Embedded Base PCI IOP
Provides support for a maximum of up to four IOAs including:
– Support for base #9767 Base PCI Disk Unit Controller
– Support for up to six Disk Units, the required CD-ROM/DVD-RAM, and either a
feature Internal Tape or feature CD-ROM/DVD-RAM.
Provides support for base Console/Workstation IOA.
Processor
Feature
Number of
Processors
Minimum
OS/400
Release
Processor
Technology
CSU Concurrent
Maintenance on
Base DASD
Hot-plug
Supported
#2431 1 V5R1 SStar Yes No No
#2432 1 V5R1 SStar Yes Yes No
#2434 2 V5R1 SStar Yes Yes Yes
iSeries Server 270
System Unit