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Doc# 27-0044UM Rev B Issued 7/13/2012
PROdUCT OvERvIEw
1.2 Product description
Highlights
• Supports latest Intel Quad Core
Xeon & AMD Quad Core Opteron
processors
• 650W dual redundant AC power
supply, 750W fixed DC Options
• 19” rack mountable
• Only 20 inches deep
• Slim 3U (5.20”) height
• 12 PCI expansion slots
• Ultra–secure PCI card brackets
• Lightweight rugged packaging
• Up to 12 rugged removable SATA
or SAS TranzPak2 HDDs
• Slim DVD-RW and front acces-
sible USB slots
• Environmental control board with
status display
ZX3 Server
The ZX3 Station is a high performance, rack mountable, computing and graphics processing
powerhouse. At only 5.20” (3U) high by 20 inches deep, this compact, rugged workstation
utilizes minimal rack space and delivers an extremely flexible computing and high-capacity
storage solution that is unbeatable in mission–ready applications.
The ZX3 Station integrates the latest computing technology with a system architecture
supporting any Extended ATX form-factor motherboards with support for up to twelve
rugged hot–pluggable TP2 removable drives, a slimline DVD-RW, and an environmental
control board to support proper thermal regulation. User–friendly features include a front
accessible power switch, two front accessible USB ports for rapid connectivity, and a quick
release top access cover for ease of service and hardware installation.
Optimized for rugged conditions, the ZX3 Station hosts innovative PCI card hold–down
brackets that secure cards in all three axis (X/Y/Z). In addition, the front panel provides a
filtered dust door with a systems status display to quickly monitor the status of the rugged
server. Dual redundant power supplies insure support for the latest multi-core processors
and high-end PCI Express graphics cards.
Z Microsystems’ engineers are experts in the design of systems that reduce the risk, cost
and failure caused by harsh environmental conditions. Designed to exceed MIL-STD 167
for vibration and MIL-STD 461 for EMI, ZX3 Stations are a robust solution for mission–ready
applications. Enhanced military options such as EMI filtered power supplies with Mil-Circular
connectors, locking security panels, environmental cooling units (ECU) may be available. For
more information contact your local Z Microsystems’ Sales Representative.
