HP Netserver LXr Pro8 Datasheet
Features
Performance
Bus Architecture • Adaptive Memory Crossbar
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technology provides high-performance scalability with up to 8 CPUs
• Full compliance with the following industry standards:
–Intel’s MPS 1.4 SMP specification
–P6 system bus specification
–Microsoft’s Windows NT Server 4.0 software interfaces
• Over 1GB per second processor memory bus bandwidth for enterprise-class computing performance
Processor • Two to eight Intel Pentium Pro 200MHz CPUs, added in increments of two processors
• Planned upgrade to next-generation CPUs
Cache 1MB L2 write-back cache per processor
ECC Memory • 256MB SDRAM memory standard; packaged in two 128MB DIMM modules for maximum density
• 8GB maximum using increments of 256MB DIMM kits (memory extender board required
for configurations beyond 4GB)
I/O Architecture • Quad peer PCI buses
• I
2
O ready
• 528MB aggregate I/O bandwidth for large-scale connectivity
Availability
Self-Restart Capability Automatic Server Restart (ASR) that reboots the server in the event of a NOS hang
Self-Correcting Memory Manageable Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) system memory and cache memory
Disk Array Controller • Optional HP NetRAID or NetRAID-3Si I
2
O PCI disk array controller with three Ultra/Wide SCSI channels;
can connect up to 24 drives for a maximum of over 400GB per controller using 18GB external drives
• Hot-swap and hot-spare capabilities
• Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 3, 5, 10, 30, and 50
• Cache battery backup standard
Power Supplies • Hot-swappable, redundant N+1 200–240 volt power supplies allow continuous usage of the server during
replacement of a failed power supply
• Optional redundant power cords: dual–input source power distribution unit (PDU) available to provide continuous
access to power all devices in the HP NetServer Rack Enclosure in case of a single power source/cord failure
Cooling • Hot-swappable, redundant N+1 fans provide reliable cooling for internal components allowing continuous
operation of the server even in the event of a cooling fan failure
• Highly reliable CPU temperature control with advanced cooling pipe design for the processors
Clustering Support Certified High-Availability solution built around the industry-standard Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS)
Manageability
Installation and Configuration • HP NetServer Navigator bootable CD-ROM with automated, menu-driven system setup and configuration
• Site preparation services and installation of server provided upon delivery at no additional charge
• Automatic installation of monitoring tools
Remote Administration • HP TopTools for servers facilitates remote administration and problem resolution
• Built-in remote console support capabilities to dial in and identify problems
• Industry-leading HP OpenView
™
for complete network management
• Easy integration with other leading network and system management products
Flexibility
Performance Upgrade • Add dual Pentium Pro processor modules for 4-way, 6-way, and 8-way configurations
• Add 256MB SDRAM DIMM kits (2 x 128MB DIMMs) to increase total memory up to 8GB
• Planned upgrade to next-generation CPUs, hot-swap PCI I/O, and future higher performance and higher
capacity memory technologies
Modular Rack-Optimized • “Docking station” style modular design facilitates electronics upgrades
Architecture • Front- and rear-serviceable components for easy expandability and repair
• Up to four servers in a 2.0-meter HP NetServer Rack Enclosure
• 10 EIA units in height
• Front-mounted controls; easy access to power switch and reset button
• No tools required to remove cover
• 19-inch rack optimized for optimal flexibility in configuration of server, storage, backup, and UPS devices
Supported Operating Systems • Supports Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0, Standard or Enterprise Editions
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and Software • Endorsed by all major NT-compliant network management, database, and application software vendors
• Comprehensive driver support
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Enterprise Edition required for greater than 4 CPUs