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IBM NeXtScale System Planning and Implementation Guide
2.1 Market positioning
The IBM NeXtScale System is a new x86 offering that introduces a new category
of dense computing into the marketplace. IBM NeXtScale System includes the
following key characteristics:
Strategically, this is the next generation dense system from System x:
– A building block design that is based on a low function/low cost chassis.
– Flexible compute node configurations that are based around a 1U
half-wide compute node supports various application workloads.
– A standard rack platform.
Built for workloads that require density
Not a replacement for, but complementary to, iDataPlex
NeXtScale performs well in scale-out applications, such as, cloud, HPC, grid,
and analytics
Is central in OpenStack initiatives for public clouds
Available in standard System x configurator tools, including SSCT, Blue
Horizon, and x-config
IBM NeXtScale System includes the following key features:
Supports up to seven chassis
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in a 42U rack, which means up to a total of 84
systems and 2,016 processor cores in a standard 19-inch rack.
High-value software stack for powerful scheduling, management, optimization
tools.
Industry-standard components for flexibility, ease of maintenance, and
adoption.
Approved for 40°C data centers, which lowers cooling costs.
Available as single node, an empty or configured chassis, or in full racks.
Can be configured as part of the IBM Intelligent Cluster processor for
complete pre-testing, configuration, and arrival ready to plug in.
Compute nodes offer the fastest Intel Xeon processors (top-bin 130 W) with
new 1866 MHz memory.
Supports 100 - 127 V and 200 - 240 V power.
Standard form factor and components make it ideal for Business Partners.
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Six chassis per rack are recommended because this leaves rack space for switches and cable
routing. The use of seven chassis in a rack might require removal of the rack doors.
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