Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Question of the WEEK - DS Storage Simulator

This simulator that IBM and LSI have put together is a great selling tool. You can prove to your clients just how easy it is to configure and make changes to your SAN product without damaging the real thing. This can also be used to train your staff how to get the IBM DS3000/4000/5000 products up and running before going to your clients. This is also a great tool for you clients to learn how to manager their new storage products, again without damaging the real install.

Question of the week:

I’ve been looking on PartnerWorld for the latest simulators, but have had no luck finding them. The latest I have are Pre-7.x code, so there is no RAID6. I also don’t have any that show the DS5100 or the DS5300. Is there a newer version available, and if so, where?

Answer of the week:

I’m not exactly sure where the simulators are on PartnerWorld also. There are two newer versions of the simulator available.

One version has simulators for the DS3200/DS3300/DS3400/DS4700/DS5000(?).

The second version has just the DS4000’s and DS5000 systems.

I’ve posted both versions on my website, so I know exactly where you can get them.

Simulators DS3000 & DS4000

As always, I am available to host a webex to cover the simulators if so desired, just let me know. I also highly suggest that you play with the simulators for a while before performing a demo, or giving them to customers (so you can answer questions that will arise).

A message from:

James Latham

DS3000/DS4000 Product Specialist

Storage Solutions Engenio Storage Group

LSI Logic Corporation

Monday, February 23, 2009

NEW - Microsoft ROK - Enterprise 2008 Product

When you purchase IBM servers from Tech Data you can also get your Microsoft product at the same time.

Microsoft OEM - Enterprise 2008

4849DSE
Windows 2008 ROK Standard Edition
Per 1-4 Processor Server (5 CALs)

4849DEE

Windows 2008 ROK Enterprise Edition
Per 1-8 Processor Server (25 CALs)

4849EFE
Windows 2008 ROK Enterprise Edition
Per 1 Processor Server (25 CALs)
4849EGE
Windows 2008 ROK Enterprise Edition
Per 2 Processor Server (25 CALs)

4849EHE
Windows 2008 ROK Enterprise Edition
Per 4 Processor Server (25 CALs)

4849KCM
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 CAL
(5 user) – Multi-lingual

4849KDM
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 CAL
(5 device) – Multi-lingual

Depending on if they were doing user or device connections.

NEWS - Good time for Virtualization

I thought this was a great piece that was posted on ItBusiness several months ago and thought it needed a 2nd look.


For example, if you have 10 desktops on a single server, you don't need 40 gig of memory. Because end user machines are very spiky in terms of usage and, frankly, under-utilized 99 percent of the time, a smaller amount of resource is required on the server. In other words, the resources can be multiplexed. This is financially savvy for two reasons: (1) Due to the multiplexing effect, you don't need to buy as much total resource capacity as you would if you were provisioning individual end points, each with sufficient capacity to support a Vista environment; and (2) buying in bulk for servers is, up to a certain point, less expensive than buying the same amount of capacity for individual end devices-in essence, you're paying wholesale rather than retail (so to speak) for hardware capacity.

Tech Data and IBM can help you move forward and take advantage of this type of solution using the best in class Blade, storage and software products.

NEWS - IBM Desktop WIDGET

A great tool to find key information quickly and keep up to date with information.

The IBM desktop widget brings you industry networks news, special offers, and more


The IBM desktop widget gives you access to IBM news, stock price, and the latest special offers from IBM. You can also search the IBM Web site and find contacts within IBM. The widget resides on your desktop, allowing you to access these features without opening a Web browser.

PROMO - IBM STORAGE - HUGE SPIFF - DS4700 Mod72

Till March 31st - LSI is giving you the RESELLER a huge SPIFF for selling the DS4700 Model 72.

Promotion runs from January 26th to March 31, 2009

Have you already sold units, but didn't know about the Spiff? Take a look!

- 181472H System x part number
- 181472A Midrange Feature code

Call your Tech Data IBM team for further details and how to obtain that Spiff.

ibmsolutions@techdata.ca or 877-925-9983

Friday, February 20, 2009

NOTICE - IBM Visio Collection

IBM's Official Visio collection includes front and rear physical shapes.
And now, our new 3D Isometric Collection!
You will find this LINK on the right side of the BLOG under Important LINKS

Thursday, February 19, 2009

NEWS - IBM unleashes updates for DS8000, XIV, reduplication and cloud

Some interesting news from IBM. Tech Data cannot sell all of the product listed, it does show IBM investing and expanding their market reach around Storage.

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SearchStorage.com:

IBM UNLEASHES UPDATES FOR DS8000, XIV, DEDUPLICATION AND CLOUD

http://go.techtarget.com/r/5820982/5343096

Beth Pariseau, Senior News Writer

IBM Corp. has floated a raft of product updates to coincide with its Pulse 2009 conference held this week in Las Vegas, where it also unveiled a new cloud computing strategy.

Storage product updates include adding support for SATA, solid-state drives (SSDs) and drive encryption on the DS8000 disk array; new ProtecTier data deduplication appliances; a 27 TB entry-level configuration for the XIV Storage System; and a preview of a new online backup option for Tivoli.

Read full story

http://go.techtarget.com/r/5820983/5343096

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

WITHDRAWAL - T117 17" Monitors

Hardware withdrawal: Selected IBM System x feature options - No replacements available

Effective immediately, IBM will withdraw the following products from marketing:

IBM T117 17" TFT Monitor (Hybrid) US Line Cord 494317U

IBM T117 17" TFT Monitor (Hybrid) No Line Cord 494317X

IBM T119 19" TFT Monitor (Hybrid) US Line Cord 494419U

IBM T119 19" TFT Monitor (Hybrid) No Line Cord 494419X

IBM CORE Inventory UPDATE FEB 17th 2009

Your list of products that you should be using for all your requirements. These are the servers and options that you will find available at Tech Data. This snapshot of inventory and what is coming in can be used to make sure you are able to obtain your product when you close your deals. Products that are on order may come in any time up to a max of 14 days.

INTERNAL TD: sales\ibm\Blog - data\20090217 xxxxx

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

NEW - System x3850 M2 Express

IBM System x3850 M2 Express Models feature quad-core Intel Xeon MP processors

Overview

New IBM® System x3850 M2 servers incorporate high-performance, quad-core Xeon® MP processors and:

Up to 256 GB of high-speed, lower-power, PC2-5300 ECC double data rate 2 (DDR2) SDRAM system memory

Seven 2.5 Gb PCIE x8 I/O slots (two are hot-plug)

Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) controller

Integrated Broadcom 5709 Dual-port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet

Four 2.5-inch hot-swap bays for flexible installation of HDDs, supporting up to 584 GB1 internal data storage

Standard Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline, enabling remote, full-band systems management

Two 1440-watt, voltage sensing, rear access, hot-swap power supplies

UltraSlim Enhanced SATA CD-RW / DVD-ROM Combo drive

Five USB ports, (two can be used for USB keyboard and mouse), SVGA video port, one serial port, and two Gb Ethernet ports per chassis

Warranty: Three years, customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site2 service, limited warranty3; optional warranty service upgrades available. System x3850 M2 Express Models

7233E2U - Express Model - IBM System x3850 M2

Planned availability date: March 10, 2009

Monday, February 16, 2009

NEW - System x3950 M2 Express Model

IBM System x3950 M2 Express Model server features the latest Intel Xeon MP processors

Overview

The Express Model of the x3950 M2 server is powered with four six-core Intel Xeon MP processors at 2.66 GHz with 9 MB of L2 cache and 16 MB of L3 cache.

The x3950 M2 server is the fourth generation of the Enterprise X-Architecture®. It delivers innovation with enhanced reliability and availability features to enable optimal performance for databases, enterprise applications, and virtualized environments.

Potential benefits include:

Increased performance

Memory reliability and availability

Scalability up to 16 available sockets, (number of usable sockets will vary by OS)

Low-power cost-effective memory with Advanced Buffer execution chip to help lower power usage by the memory subsystem as much as 37%, and low latency for optimal performance

Enhanced systems management capabilities

Power management savings

High efficiency power supplies

Six-core processing performance Single Entity Offering (SEO)

7233E6U - Express Model IBM System x3950 M2

Planned availability date: March 10, 2009

Friday, February 13, 2009

NEW - System x3755 SMP-Capable RM - Quad-Core AMD Opteron

IBM System x3755 SMP-capable rack server supports new quad-core AMD Opteron processors

Overview


The System x3755 server is optimized for general business applications. The highly manageable, 4U, rack-optimized platform features up to four quad-core, SMP-capable processors for high memory-intensive performance at an affordable price. Flexible configurations with the IBM® CPU Pass Thru card offer entry pricing and the ability to add redundant features as needed.


Key features include:

  • New AMD quad-core 8000 Series Opteron processors
  • Up to 128 GB (32 x 4 GB), two-way interleaved, high-speed PC5300 667 MHz1 (eight RDIMMs per processor) ECC DDR SDRAM RDIMM memory, featuring Xcelerated Memory Technology
  • Processor, heat sink, and eight memory DIMM slots on each processor card option
  • Integrated single-channel SAS controller
  • Up to 1.2 TB2 of SAS HDD storage
  • Dual Gigabit Ethernet controllers, enabling high I/O capacity for demanding applications, plus failover capability
  • 32- and 64-bit applications using a 64-bit operating system
  • Embedded RAID-0, -1, or -10 HDD mirroring on all models with optional RAID-5 support available
  • Support for PCI Express, PCI-X, and HTx technology
  • Support for optional Remote Supervisor Adapter II Slimline
  • Support for redundant power supply and cooling options

Description


7163ARU
System x3755 - 2 x 2.4 GHz, Processor Model 8378, 75w, 4 x 1 GB, DVD/CD-RW, RAID, SAS hot-swap open bay
7163DRU
System x3755 - 2 x 2.7 GHz, Processor Model 8384, 75w, 4 x 1 GB, DVD/CD-RW, RAID, SAS hot-swap open bay

46M2489 Quad Core Opteron Processor Model 8378 2.4 GHz 2 MB L2 6 MB L3 Cache 75w
46M2492 Quad Core Opteron Processor Model 8380 2.5 GHz 2 MB L2 6 MB L3 Cache 75w
46M2495 Quad Core Opteron Processor Model 8382 2.6 GHz 2 MB L2 6 MB L3 Cache 75w
46M2498 Quad Core Opteron Processor Model 8384 2.7 GHz 2 MB L2 6 MB L3 Cache 75w

Planned availability date: March 6, 2009

Thursday, February 12, 2009

NEW - Blade Servers - LS22 & LS42 AMD Opteron 2376HE Quad-Core

IBM BladeCenter LS22 and LS42 blade servers pack high-density blade computing into less space

Overview



Extend the virtualization capabilities with energy efficient processors in your high-density IBM BladeCenter with the IBM BladeCenter LS22 and LS42.


IBM BladeCenter LS22


The LS22 blade server offers the following new processor:


  • AMD Opteron Model 2376 HE quad-core processor with 2 MB L2 cache, a 6 MB L3 cache, and a speed of 2.3 GHz for energy efficiency
  • 8 GB Memory DIMMs for memory-intensive applications
  • Embedded Virtualization option for simplifying ease of use
  • IBM BladeCenter LS42

The LS42 blade server offers the following new processors:

  • AMD Opteron Model 8374 HE quad-core processor with 2 MB L2 cache, a 6 MB L3 cache, and a speed of up to 2.2 GHz to help with energy efficiency.
  • AMD Opteron Model 8376 HE quad-core processor with 2 MB L2 cache, a 6 MB L3 cache, and a speed of up to 2.3 GHz to help with energy efficiency.
  • 8 GB Memory DIMMs for memory-intensive applications
  • Embedded Virtualization option for simplifying ease of use
  • Warranty: Three years, customer replaceable unit (CRU) and on-site service, limited warranty; optional warranty service upgrades available.

Planned availability date: March 9, 2009

Description
IBM BladeCenter LS22 - Quad Core - 79013LU
IBM BladeCenter LS42 - Quad Core - 79023LU
IBM BladeCenter LS42 - Quad Core - 7902HVU

Express System SEOs

IBM BladeCenter LS42 - Quad Core - 7902ELU
IBM BladeCenter LS42 - Quad Core - 7902EMU

OPTIONS

IBM BladeCenter LS22

44T1547 - 16 GB (2 X 8 GB) PC2-4200 CL5 ECC DDR2 VLP RDIMM
46M6880 - Quad Core AMD Opteron Processor Model 2376 HE (2.3 GHz 2 MB L2 6 MB L3)

IBM BladeCenter LS42

46M6885 - LS42 Multi Processor Expansion Unit: Processor Model 8374 HE (2 x 2.2 GHz)
46M6890 - LS42 Multi Processor Expansion Unit: Processor Model 8376 HE (2 x 2.3 GHz)

SERVER - IBM BLADECENTER LS42 Advantage

Meeting today’s cost challenges while planning for tomorrow’s growth can be difficult. With the new IBM BladeCenter® LS42 blade server and IBM’s 2+2 pricing program, get an affordable, scalable 2-processor blade server that you can easily upgrade to four processors as business grows without paying a premium—simple blade expansion with investment protection.

The LS42 blade server features the latest quad-core AMD Opteron processors for industry-leading performance. Supporting high memory capacity 16 DIMM slots and memory speeds up to 800 MHz, the LS42 can help drive your most demanding memory-intensive workloads such as virtualization, databases and high performance computing (HPC) applications.

The LS42 blade server offers an energy-efficient design along with low-voltage processors, integrated memory controller and available solid-state drives to help keep power consumption down and reduce cooling demands in your data center.


  • Maximize performance and minimize costs; consolidate workloads and virtualization on an energy-efficient platform that supports up to four quad-core AMD Opteron™ processors
  • Pay as you grow; start with a 2-processor blade and upgrade to a 4-processor blade when ready without scrapping your initial investment
  • Save time and money; standardize on a single platform for both 2- and 4-processor server application needs

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

IBM CORE Inventory UPDATE FEB 11th 2009

Your list of products that you should be using for all your requirements. These are the servers and options that you will find available at Tech Data.

This snapshot of inventory and what is coming in can be used to make sure you are able to obtain your product when you close your deals.

INTERNAL TD: sales\ibm\Blog - data\20090211 xxxxx

WEBCAST: Exceeding Service Levels with DS4000/DS5000, VMware and Site Recovery Manager

IBM System Storage™
The Power to Break Through
IBM DS series University Program:

DS4000 / DS5000 with VMware and Site Recovery Manager

VMware is one of the top IT priorities, even in consideration of our current economy.. This webcast will include presenters from VMware and IBM on why to sell VMware and storage. New sales tools including a brief on Site Recovery Manager channel and a general materials refresh. Gain a greater understating of how the DS4000 and DS5000 Series of storage systems interact with VMware solutions and SRM The webcast will also include information on upcoming PoC / ESG white paper – Real-World Disaster Recovery solution using SRM and ERM.

After watching this webcast, you should be able to:

· Understand why to sell VMware and SRM

· Understand the value propositions for DS Series of storage systems and VMware

· Backup and Recovery for virtual machines and files

· Disaster Recovery – Affordable, Automatic Failover Solution

· Understand the sales tools available for these solutions

The VALUE comes in helping your customers solve their data and business issues with the RIGHT choice!

Target Audience for this series: IBM Business Partners- Sales and Technical, Brand Sales Specialists, S&D (SMB and LE) Client Reps, BPO, Channel Reps, and CTSS.

IBM DS3000 series Webcast:
Trainers: Mark Dayan, Solutions Marketing Manager, LSI Engenio Storage Group.

Audio Portion (by phone):

Dial In # 1-800-375-2612– passcode 426373000

International: 1-719-955-1670

Follow the URL below to watch this webcast:

URL: http://mt202.centra.com/main/Customers/Engenio/fasttu/User/GuestAttend.jhtml?s_guid=000001ed13da0000011f024b3878348b

February 17th, 2009 - Webcast will be presented at the time listed below:

8:00 am Pacific

9:00 am Mountain

10:00 am Central

11:00 am Eastern

If you receive an error when joining the webcast, follow the steps (Windows XP) below to reinstall the Centra Client Software:

Technical Information

• First time users please run a system check: http://sym6.centra.com/SiteRoots/main/SystemCheck/LaunchSystemCheck.jhtml?sessionid=1153854116937148099&locale=en_US

• Upon login you may need to hold the control key while the webcast client downloads or disconnect VPN.

• Audio is also available Voice over IP through the webcast provider.

• Webcasts are recorded for future playback.

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Please forward to IBM sales specialists, systems engineers and Business Partners. To be added or removed from the mailing list for IBM DS4000 University trainings brought to you jointly by IBM and LSI, please send an e-mail to: training@ds4000series.com

LEARNING - Question of the WEEK - IBM Storage - DS4000 & ERM

Question of the week:

I was having a look through our Redbook and chapter 2.4.3 seems to indicate two connections are required (one from each controller on the primary storage subsystem to each controller on the secondary storage subsystem):

DS4000 Best Practices and Performance Tuning Guide


Is this a requirement that will set off alarms if not met or simply best practice?

If there is only a single FC connection between sites, will only LUNs with controller A as primary get mirrored?

Would there be any error indicators with only a single connection?

Answer of the week:

The way that ERM works, the A controller will mirror to the remote systems A controller via it’s high-end port, and the B controller will communicate with the remote systems B controller through its high-end port. If a local lun that’s being mirrored is moved to the secondary controller, the remote volume will also be failed over. So, the requirement to remotely connect both controllers in an ERM configuration is required, not just best practice. As far as only having one connection between sites, that is probably very common. Another requirement of ERM is the use of switches in the environment (do direct cross-over cable connection between controllers). With the switch (and/or multi-protocol routers) in the environment, both controllers can share the single inter-switch link (ISL) between sites. This is how almost all ERM environments are configured.

I do believe error messages would be generated if you tried to configure ERM with just a single controller having connectivity, but I’m not sure how successful configuring the environment would be (i.e. if it would make you correct the problem before continuing). Either way, this would probably fall under the “worst practices” category.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

WEBCAST - IBM and Hyper-V - FEB11th - 1-2PM

To compete in today’s economy you need to make IT decisions that will drive business success. With IBM, you have an alternative: a simpler, flexible infrastructure with a lower total cost of ownership. Our Virtual Conference Series, designed to put you in touch with industry experts, will help you discover how IBM can provide you the innovative technology and world-class expertise to set you on the right path for years to come.

Join us for the Virtual Conference Series, brought to you by IBM and Intel to access:

  1. Expert advice on today's most important technical issues
  2. Webcasts from industry luminaries
  3. New chat, network, and blog capabilities
  4. The premier Virtual Conference Series from the convenience of your desktop

February 11, 2009, 1-2pm EST

Hyper-V : Microsoft's virtualization technologies and IBM BladeCenter & System x

The benefits of deploying Microsoft Windows Server 2008 virtualization on a resilient Intel based server infrastructure.

Join us for a straight forward look at Microsoft Windows Server 2008 virtualization deployed.

The intent of this session is to look at the virtualization offering shipping with Microsoft Server 2008 and discuss what to consider when planning for a production Hyper-V deployment.

High Availability, Disaster Recovery, I/O, network, storage, memory, processor, workload selection, migration, and remote management are all considerations for any production deployment of a virtualized workload.

What Attendees Will Learn:

  1. Attain an understanding of Microsoft's Windows Server 2008 virtualization offerings
  2. Benefits of server and workload consolidation with Hyper-V
  3. What Intel processors are best leveraged by Hyper-V
  4. Hyper-V planning and deployment tips from IBM's Microsoft Lab team

REGISTER

COMPARE and WIN with IBM - x3650 vs DL380 G5

IBM System x3650 VS HP DL380 G5

Summary

  • The System x3650 supports the new ServeRAID-VAULT adapter that encrypts data on the hard drive. Even if the drive is stolen or disposed of improperly, the data remains secure. The encryption is hardware-based and does not cause performance degradation like software-based encryption.
  • IBM provides Enhanced Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on hot-swap fans, power supplies, processors, hard drives, memory, and voltage regulator modules. HP only provides PFA on hard drives, processors, and memory.
  • The x3650 comes standard with one external SAS connector. To gain an external SAS port on the DL380 G5, HP’s customers must purchase one of the optional Smart Array controllers ($199 and up).
For more information contact the IBM team @ Tech Data - ibmsolutions@techdata.ca / 877-925-9983

Monday, February 9, 2009

COMPARE & Win with IBM - x3650 vs Dell PowerEdge 2950III & R805


IBM System x3650 VS Dell PE 2950III

Summary

  • Dell proudly proclaims the PowerEdge 2950 III is the overall TPC-C price/performance leader with $.68/tpmC. IBM would actually beat Dell on this benchmark if it performed the TPC-C test on an identically configured x3650.
  • The System x3650 supports the new ServeRAID-VAULT adapter that encrypts data on the hard drive. Even if the drive is stolen or disposed of improperly, the data remains secure. The encryption is hardware-based and does not cause performance degradation like software-based encryption.
  • The x3650 has twelve DIMM slots and supports up to 48 GB of memory, compared to eight DIMM slots and a maximum of 64 GB of memory for the PowerEdge 2950 III. When the 8 GB DIMMs are available, the x3650 will support 96 GB of memory.
  • IBM includes the rack rails with each x3650, whereas on the 2950 III, they are an option ($249).
  • IBM provides Enhanced Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on power supplies, processors, memory, hard drives, voltage regulator modules, and fans. The PowerEdge 2950 III only has PFA on its hard drives and memory.
IBM System x3650 VS Dell R805
Summary
  • The x3650 offers a number of highly flexible storage options. The PowerEdge R805 has severely limited storage options by comparison.
  • IBM includes the rack rails with each x3650, whereas on the R805, they are an option ($149-249).
  • The System x3650 supports the new ServeRAID-VAULT adapter that encrypts data on the hard drive. Even if the drive is stolen or disposed of improperly, the data remains secure. The encryption is hardware-based and does not cause performance degradation like software-based encryption.
  • IBM provides Enhanced Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on power supplies, processors, memory, hard drives, voltage regulator modules, and fans. The PowerEdge R805 only has PFA on its hard drives and memory.
For more information contact the IBM team @ Tech Data
ibmsolutions@techdata.ca / 877-925-9983

Friday, February 6, 2009

SERVER - IBM CAT2 Server Offering

NMSO CATEGORY 2 OFFERING

System x3650

The IBM System x3650 Servers -- Fast, improved 2.8GHz, 3.0GHz, 3.2GHz, 3.4GHz, and 3.6GHz/800 MHz, 1 MB L2 Cache Intel(R) Xeon processors for greater scalability and performance. System x3650 applies powerful processors, large amounts of memory, and high-bandwidth PCI/PCI-X buses to Web-farm applications.

x3650 (7979) -- 7979AC1-QC30

(NMSO Bundle Base unit includes)

IBM x3650
2U Server with two Xeon DP 2.66GHz 80W Quad Core Processors
12 DIMM slots (supporting 48GB Fully Buffered PC2-5300 max RAM)
Eight 2.5" Hot Swap Hard Drive bays
Support for Memory Mirroring, Online Spare, Chipkill
Onboard dual 10/100/1000 Broadcom BCM 5708 TOE ports
Two slots (PCI-e or optional PCI-X), one half-length, one full-size
Two low-profile half-length PCI-e Slots, 16X DVD Drive
Redundant Hot Swap 835W Universal Power Supplies
Onboard ServeRaid 8k Adapter with 256MB Battery Backed-up cache
Onboard Systems Management, supports optional slotless RSA II
LightPath(r) Diagnostics Panel
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on Processors, Memory, Drives, Power Supplies, Fans, and VRMs
Calibrated Vector Cooling with 10 Hot Swap Redundant Fans

- Contact your Tech Data account manager or the IBM team for assistance.

SERVER - IBM CAT1 Server Offering

NMSO CATEGORY 1 OFFERING

System x3550

The IBM System x3550 server is designed to handle compute-intensive, Web-based, or enterprise network applications. Optimized for Intel's EM64T, the System x3550 server enables customers whose applications could benefit from greater memory addressability to migrate to 64-bit computing.

x3550 (7978) - 7978AC1-QC30

(NMSO Bundle Base unit includes)

IBM x3550
1U Server with two Xeon DP 2.83GHz 80W Quad Core Processors
8 DIMM slots (supporting 32GB Fully Buffered PC2-5300 max RAM)
Four 2.5" Hot Swap Hard Drive bays
Support for Memory Mirroring, Online Spare, Chipkill
Onboard dual 10/100/1000 Broadcom BCM 5708 TOE ports
Two half-length PCI-e Slots, 16X DVD Drive
Redundant Hot Swap 670W Universal Power Supplies
Onboard ServeRaid 8k Adapter with 256MB Battery Backed-up cache
Onboard Systems Management, support for optional slotless RSA II
LightPath(r) Diagnostics Panel
Predictive Failure Analysis (PFA) on Processors, Memory, Drives, Power Supplies, Fans, and VRMs Calibrated Vector Cooling with 12 Hot Swap Redundant Fans

- Contact your Tech Data account manager or the IBM team for assistance.

INFORMATION - IBM NMSO & Tech Data

Need pre-sales support for your NMSO orders - let the IBM team @ Tech Data HELP!

Make IBM your choice for CAT1 (x3550) and CAT2 (3650) Servers

We can assist you with
Server and Blades
SAN 1 & SAN 2 Categories
Archival Storage Equipment

Need more information just email the IBM TEAM @ Tech Data - ibmsolutions@techdata.ca

KEY LINKS:

Computer Acquisition Guide (CAG)
IBM CAG Home Page
IBM e-Catalog

See all the IBM NMSO posts

Thursday, February 5, 2009

LEARNING : IBM Laying the Ground Work for Success in 2009

IBM SYSTEM x & EXPRESS SELLER - Laying the Ground Work for Success in 2009

* Join the Call to Learn the Facts (2/10 @ 11am ET)

On Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 11am ET, IBM will share via conference call the earnings and profit potential available in the Mid Market with System x and Express Seller. The call will be hosted by Gary Isaacs, Director of Mid Market Channels Sales. The Vice President of Americas System x Sales, Wilfredo Sotolongo, will review Project x - IBM's strategic plan for capturing greater market share in the WinTel space. Finally, the creative and lucrative marketing and sales plays/offerings will be reviewed to ensure you have the tools to be successful in 1Q,'09.

Invest the time to join us for this call in "Laying the Ground Work for Success in 2009"

Date & Time: Tuesday, 2/10/09 @ 11am ET
Dial In Number: 888-510-1786
Passcode: 4847286
Log On: Go to the URL – http://www.webdialogs.com/
Click “Join a Meeting” button on the top right corner of the page
Enter Conference ID 3494067
Enter your name and email address
Click the “Log In” button

IBM Launches "Ready for IBM Energy & Environment" Validation for Business Pa...


IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a new technical validation program to help clients easily identify IBM Business Partner offerings that are designed and demonstrated to provide energy and environment benefits.

Things you can do from here:

NEW - IBM S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack

IBM S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack and Expansion Rack support IBM BladeCenter and IBM System x servers

Overview

The IBM Dynamic Expansion Rack, a 42U, industry-standard 19-inch rack, complements the IBM Dynamic Standard Rack with additional rack-mounting space.

IBM S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack - 9956-4RX

This 42U-high rack conforms to the EIA-310-D industry standard for 19-inch, type A rack cabinets, and has outriggers (stabilizers) allowing for movement of a loaded rack. Features include:

  • Thermal optimization supports high heat and power loads.
  • A perforated front door allows air flow for a fan-free environment.
  • Six side-wall compartments support 1U-high power distribution units (PDUs) and switches without taking up valuable rack space.
  • A cable management system includes a cable channel that runs from top to bottom along with convenient cable management rings.
  • Easy to install and remove side panels are a standard feature.
  • The racks simplify ordering and shipping.
  • The front door can be hinged on either side, providing flexibility to open in either direction.
  • A split rear door improves serviceability and access.
  • Front and rear doors and side panels include locks and keys to help secure servers.
  • Heavy duty casters with the use of outriggers (stabilizers) for added stability allow movement of even large loads.
  • IBM S2 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack - 9956-4XX

This S2 rack provides an excellent solution for creating rack suites to economically support multiple servers and supporting devices.

It contains the same features as the S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack with the exception that, as an expansion cabinet, it does not require or include side panels. Instead of side panels, it includes rack attachment hardware as a standard feature to simplify:

  • Ordering
  • Shipping
  • Installation
  • Setup of complex rack-suite or baying installations

Planned availability date: March 2, 2009

Description

IBM S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack 9956-4RX
IBM S2 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack 9956-4XX

NEW - IBM 1U 17" Flat Panel Console

IBM 1U 17-inch Flat Panel Console Kit and IBM 1U 19-inch Flat Panel Console Kit with a multi-burner drive

Overview

1U Flat Panel Display Console Kits

Key features include:

· An integrated high-resolution, 17-inch or 19-inch LCD display

· A 1U form factor that saves valuable rack space

· An multi-burner drive on 19-inch version

· Testing to ensure easy integration into System x and BladeCenter rack solutions

· A design that promotes rapid deployment

· A complete, ready-to-install package

· Three-year, limited warranty

Description

IBM 1U 17-inch Flat Panel Console Kit 172317X
IBM 1U 19-inch Flat Panel Console Kit with 172319X
Multi-Burner Drive

Planned availability date: March 16, 2009

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

LEARNING - Webcast Invitation: IBM N series: Extreme Efficiency and Unrivaled Data Protection - Virtualizing the Desktop: The Path to Lower Costs and Increased Security with N series and VMWare

Webcast: February 12 9:00 AM PST, 12:00 PM EST
IBM N series: Extreme Efficiency and Unrivaled Data Protection

With the current economic climate, customers are looking for every opportunity to save money and drive business forward - with no negative trade-offs. At the same time, organizations are still required to adhere to government and industry regulations regarding personal privacy, data retention and data protection. Accomplishing all these objectives simultaneously is a big challenge.


Many organizations are saving money while increasing security and enhancing IT compliance by implementing virtual desktop infrastructure solutions. Attend this webcast to learn how IBM’s N series unique storage and data management solutions provide unsurpassed bottom-line impact in VDI environments built around the VMware View solution, including:

At least 50 percent savings in storage, power and cooling requirements.

  • Flexible and operationally efficient storage solutions for VDI environments.
  • Improved security and compliance with best-in-class data protection and business continuance.


This webcast session will last approximately one hour and will include live Q&A.

REGISTER TODAY!

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

LEARNING: NEW Storage Competitive Tool

Is IBM Storage Competitive ?

  • Below is a link to a great IBM Storage Tool.
  • The tool gives competitive information for SAN solutions at the Entry, Mid and Enterprise classes and is a great way to get an immediate high level grasp of how we effectively compete against, EMC, HP, Dell, HDS, etc
Are you selling storage from other vendors or losing deals to others with IBM, then this is the tool to use. It will allow you to talk to your clients intelligently about the differences between manufactures and get them buying IBM Storage.

Before going to the link below - please make sure you are signed into PartnerWorld.


Monday, February 2, 2009

NOTICE - SMB Sell more Blue Changs - FEB 01/09 Update

SMB Changes for Feb 01, 2009
121 - NEW Products added to SMB
37 - Products Decrease in price
4 - Products Increase in price
Want more detail, contact your IBM team or Tech Data sales teams for more details.


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