Optimize Your Workloads with Flexible Storage-Based Configurations The System x3550 M5 rack server is designed to help you optimize your workloads with a choice of flexible storage-based configurations. Whether you're running infrastructure basics or business-critical applications, this server has the power and versatility to meet your needs. Reduce Downtime and Minimize Costs with Industry-Leading Reliability Features With the x3550 M5, you can reduce unplanned downtime and minimize costs thanks to its industry-leading reliability features and tools. This server is built to withstand the demands of your business, ensuring that your data and applications are always available when you need them. Safeguard Your Enterprise Data with Built-In Security Features The x3550 M5 is equipped with System x Trusted Platform Assurance, an exclusive set of security features and practices that help safeguard your enterprise data. You also have the option to add self-encrypting drives and IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager for an extra layer of protection. Experience Superior Performance with Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 Processors Featuring Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 processors, the x3550 M5 delivers exceptional performance for your most demanding workloads. With up to 36 cores per server and end-to-end 12 Gbps RAID support, this server can handle even the most intensive applications with ease. Run Workloads Faster with Up to 131% Greater Performance The x3550 M5 offers up to 131% greater java workload performance, 61% greater virtualization performance, and 59% greater database performance per system than the previous generation. This means you can run your workloads faster and more efficiently, saving time and resources. Reduce Data Center Costs with Energy-Efficient Features The x3550 M5 is designed with smart energy-efficient features that can help you reduce data center costs. These include a unique 40 C operating temperature, Titanium power supplies with up to 96% efficiency, active/standby power supply modes, dual fan zone design, and TruDDR4 Memory with up to 45% lower energy use compared to DDR3. Maximize Virtualization and Workload Capacity With up to 50% more cores and cache and 2x more memory capacity than the previous generation, the x3550 M5 allows you to run more virtual machines and workloads on a single server. This can help you save space and resources in your data center, while still achieving high performance. Compact and Versatile Design for Any Workload The x3550 M5 is designed in a compact, versatile 1U two-socket rack server form factor. This makes it suitable for a wide range of workloads, from infrastructure to high performance computing to Cloud or Big Data. With its leadership security, efficiency, and reliability, this server is ready to handle whatever you throw at it.
