IBM iDataPlex dx320 6385, User Manual

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Chapter 1. Introduction
IBM System x
™
iDataPlex
™
products are ideally suited for data-center environments
that require high-performance, energy-efficient, cost-effective hardware. The
modular design of the iDataPlex components makes it possible for you to order
customized server solutions that meet the specific needs of your current
environment.
This User's Guide contains general information about how to use, upgrade, and
configure the components in the customized server solutions. These components
consist of the IBM System x iDataPlex dx320 system-board tray and the IBM
System x iDataPlex 2U flex chassis.
The iDataPlex dx320 compute server solution consists of two Type 6388
system-board trays installed in a Type 6385 2U flex chassis.
See Chapter 2, “Components, features, and controls,” on page 9 for detailed
information about the components in the customized server solutions.
The iDataPlex products come with a limited warranty. For information about the
terms of the warranty and getting service and assistance, see the
Warranty and
Support Information document.
You can obtain up-to-date information about the server and other IBM server
products at http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/.
If you participate in the IBM client reference program, you can share information
about your use of technology, best practices, and innovative solutions; build a
professional network; and gain visibility for your business. For more information
about the IBM client reference program, see http://www.ibm.com/ibm/
clientreference/.
The system-board tray serial number is on a label at the front of the system-board
tray to the left of the operator panel. The system-board tray baseboard
management controller (BMC) media access control (MAC) address is on a label at
the front of the system-board tray to the left of the PCIe slot. The chassis machine
type and serial number are on a label on the front of the chassis at the right side.
Label locations are shown in the illustration following the table. This illustration
might differ slightly from your hardware.
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