eServer BladeCenter BladeCenter LS22 - Server IBM - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	2-socket blade server
Processor (max)	Latest Six-Core AMD Opteron 2000-series, including standard power and high-efficiency models
Number of Processors (std/max)	1/2
Cache (max)	Up to 6 MB shared
Memory (max)	Up to 64 GB DDR II VLP (up to 800 MHz)
Internal Storage	Up to two SAS or solid-state HDDs; support for up to three hot-swap SAS drives with optional storage and I/O expansion blade
Maximum Internal Storage	1.5 TB with optional storage and I/O expansion blade
Network	2 integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers
I/O Upgrade	1 PCI-X expansion connector and 1 PCI-Express expansion connector
Systems Management	Integrated systems management processor
Form Factor	30 mm two-socket blade
Max Blades per Chassis	BladeCenter E: 14, BladeCenter H: 14, BladeCenter S: 6, BladeCenter T: 8, BladeCenter HT: 12
Supported Operating Systems	Microsoft Windows, Linux, VMware, Sun Solaris
Limited Warranty	3-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty
Energy Efficiency	High-efficiency processors, low power memory, optional solid-state drives, IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager
Memory Performance	Fast 800 MHz options with standard memory booster
Express Advantage	Select configurations part of IBM Express Advantage Portfolio for mid-sized businesses

Frequently Asked Questions - eServer BladeCenter BladeCenter LS22 IBM

What type of server is the IBM BladeCenter LS22?

The IBM BladeCenter LS22 is a 2-socket blade server designed for memory-intensive applications, offering high performance in a compact form factor.

What processors does the LS22 support?

It supports the latest Six-Core AMD Opteron 2000-series processors, including standard power and high-efficiency models, with a maximum of two processors.

What is the maximum memory capacity?

The LS22 can support up to 64 GB of DDR II VLP memory with speeds up to 800 MHz, using a standard memory booster.

How many hard drives can be installed?

Internally, it supports up to two SAS or solid-state HDDs. With an optional storage and I/O expansion blade, it can support up to three hot-swap SAS drives and a maximum internal storage of 1.5 TB.

What operating systems are compatible?

The LS22 supports Microsoft Windows, Linux, VMware, and Sun Solaris operating systems.

What is the warranty coverage?

It includes a 3-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty.

How many blades can fit in a BladeCenter chassis?

Depending on the chassis model: BladeCenter E and H hold up to 14 blades, BladeCenter S holds 6, BladeCenter T holds 8, and BladeCenter HT holds 12.

Does the LS22 support energy-efficient features?

Yes, it uses high-efficiency processors, low power memory, optional solid-state drives, and IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager to control power consumption.

What network connectivity is provided?

It has 2 integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers for network connectivity.

How can I expand I/O capabilities?

The LS22 offers 1 PCI-X expansion connector and 1 PCI-Express expansion connector for additional I/O upgrades.

USER MANUAL eServer BladeCenter BladeCenter LS22 IBM

IBM BladeCenter LS22

Front view of a server rack unit with network ports and drive slots (no visible text or labels)

Highlights

■ Run demanding, high performance workloads fast with the latest AMD Opteron™ six-core processors
■ Control power consumption with an energy-efficient blade using high-efficiency processors, low power memory, optional solid-state drives, and IBM Systems Director Active Energy Manager™

■ Accelerate memory performance with fast 800 MHz options and a standard memory booster

The IBM BladeCenter® LS22 is a 2-socket blade server delivering high performance for memory-intensive applications. For even greater performance and value, the IBM BladeCenter LS42 is the ultimate scalable solution for both 2- and 4-socket workloads. For more information, visit ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/hardware/servers/Is42/index.html.

Select configurations of the LS22 blade are part of the IBM Express Advantage™ Portfolio, designed and priced to meet the needs of mid-sized businesses. Easy to manage, Express™ models/configurations vary by country.

IBM BladeCenter LS22 at a glance

Processor (max)	Latest Six-Core AMD Opteron processor 2000-series, including standard power and high-efficiency models
Number of processors (std/max)	1/2
Cache (max)	Up to 6 MB shared
Memory1 (max)	Up to 64 GB DDR II VLP (up to 800 MHz)
Internal storage	Up to two SAS or solid-state HDDs installed on each blade (support for up to three hot-swap SAS drives with optional storage and I/O expansion blade)
Maximum\ internal\ storage1,2	1.5 TB with optional storage and I/O expansion blade
Network	2 integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers
I/O upgrade	1 PCI-X expansion connector and 1 PCI-Express expansion connector
Systems management hardware	Integrated systems management processor
Dimension	30 mm two-socket blade
Max blades per chassis	BladeCenter E 14, BladeCenter H 14, BladeCenter S 6, BladeCenter T 8, BladeCenter HT 12
Operating systems	Microsoft® Windows®, Linux®, VMware, and Sun Solaris
I/O ports (max)	8
Limited warranty3	3-year customer replaceable unit and onsite limited warranty

For more information

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¹ Maximum internal hard disk and memory capacities may require the replacement of any standard hard drives and/or memory and the population of all hard disk bays and memory slots with the largest currently supported drives available. When referring to variable speed CD-ROMs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs and DVDs, actual playback speed will vary and is often less than the maximum possible.

² When referring to storage capacity,

GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes and

TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes.

Accessible capacity is less.

³ IBM hardware products are made from new parts or new and serviceable used parts. Regardless, our warranty terms apply. For a copy of applicable product warranties, write to: Warranty Information, P.O. Box 12195, RTP, NC 27709, Attn: Dept. JDJA/B203. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services, including those designated as ServerProven® or ClusterProven®.

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