Overview of Fujitsu PRIMERGY TX1330 M3 floor server
Hi, Habr! In the Fujitsu blog, we have already written about the rack-mount servers PRIMERGY RX generation M2. We offer an overview of the low-cost outdoor server PRIMERGY TX1330 generation M3. Testing conducted by specialists of the analytical portal IT Pro . Share your opinion about the product in the comments, we will be happy to answer your questions.
Despite its compact size, the TX1330 M3 server has extensive data storage expansion capabilities. Another distinctive feature is an integrated emergency power supply unit. It ensures uninterrupted operation without the purchase of an external UPS. The tested model is equipped with a powerful Xeon E3-1225 v6 processor with a clock frequency of 3.3 GHz and has 32 GB of DDR4 memory.
When ordering, you can choose the configuration in accordance with the planned budget: Fujitsu also offers PRIMERGY TX1330 M3 based on cheaper dual-core Pentium G4560 and Core i3-7100 processors. If you need a server with a quad-core processor, one of the six standard Xeon E3 v6 family processors will do. Available configuration with the most productive processor E3-1280v6 (with a clock frequency of up to 4 GHz in turbo mode).
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Rationally configured server can be equipped with 2.5-and 3.5-inch drives
In the basic configuration, the server is equipped with a basket with 4 LFF disks. If necessary, the storage capacity expands to 24 hot swappable SFF disks. In the entry-level model, the drive bay is located in the front of the server and is closed with a special lockable lid. SFF and LFF baskets can be installed in the server case together. An optional SAS expansion card allows you to use a single RAID card to manage all drives. As in the M2 generation model, the Intel C236 motherboard chip with support for SATA drives and mirror and stripe arrays is installed in the TX1330 M3.
It is possible to increase the capacity of the storage system by installing two additional baskets with 4 compartments for LFF disks. At the same time, the server connector panels support the SAS 3 interface. In the tested system, 1 basket for 8 SFF disks is installed, connected directly to the Fujitsu PRAID CP400i PCI-Express RAID card. It provides support for RAID5 technology and 50 arrays. If a customer needs a 1 GB or 2 GB cache, you can install EP400i and EP420i SAS3 cards that support RAID6 and 60 data arrays.
Built-in iRMC S4 controller is able to store data on electricity consumption for up to 5 years
Remote server monitoring is carried out using the integrated iRMC S4 controller with a dedicated gigabit port. The web management console is not too thin in the settings, but informative, it contains data on the performance of key components of the system. In addition, the console allows you to remotely control power and OS. However, to implement these features, you need to purchase an Advanced Pack license.
ServerView Suite software is installed on all Fujitsu PRIMERGY servers. The administrator can use the System Monitor utility included in this package. This is an easy-to-use console that graphically displays all the necessary information. To boot the server operating system, you need a CD with the ServerView Installation Manager distribution. Installing Windows Server 2012 R2 takes about 40 minutes.
Fujitsu System Monitor Console provides system and component status information.
To use the emergency power feature, you must install a hot-swappable dual power supply in the server. The battery built into the unit uses nickel-metal hydride batteries. The power supply module is equipped with a small fan, a status LED and a handle for quick removal.
The built-in emergency power supply unit is a more profitable solution compared to purchasing a server-level UPS. Such a unit will be cheaper and will last up to 5 years, but at the same time it is mounted inside the server. To protect the system from a sudden power outage, it comes with Windows management software. Using the web console, the administrator can monitor the battery status and adjust the OS shutdown time.
In the PRIMERGY TX1330 models with four compartments, cooling is carried out using a single fan, which is located in the center, above the CPU radiator. In the SFF model, the fans are mounted front and rear.
The Fujitsu Cool-Safe Advanced Thermal Design technology of energy efficiency ensures uninterrupted operation of the system at air temperatures of up to 40 ° C. According to measurements, the TX1330 M3 server consumes 40 W at idle and only 81 W at maximum load. During charging of the emergency power supply, the idle power consumption increases to 55 watts. An additional advantage of Cool-Safe is a reduced noise level. At a distance of one meter from the server noise measurement device shows the value of 42 dB.
The emergency power unit is monitored by special software that will safely shut down the server in the event of a power outage
Excellent value for money, an impressive stock of built-in storage resources; low noise level; Smart onboard UPS; Software to manage the server completely copes with the main tasks.
No built-in tools for OS deployment
A relatively inexpensive PRIMERGY TX1330 M2 server offers many advantages. This is a good option for small companies, as the system capacity can be increased as needed, and a “smart” emergency power supply unit will be a cost-effective solution to protect against a sudden power outage.
Despite its compact size, the TX1330 M3 server has extensive data storage expansion capabilities. Another distinctive feature is an integrated emergency power supply unit. It ensures uninterrupted operation without the purchase of an external UPS. The tested model is equipped with a powerful Xeon E3-1225 v6 processor with a clock frequency of 3.3 GHz and has 32 GB of DDR4 memory.
When ordering, you can choose the configuration in accordance with the planned budget: Fujitsu also offers PRIMERGY TX1330 M3 based on cheaper dual-core Pentium G4560 and Core i3-7100 processors. If you need a server with a quad-core processor, one of the six standard Xeon E3 v6 family processors will do. Available configuration with the most productive processor E3-1280v6 (with a clock frequency of up to 4 GHz in turbo mode).
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Rationally configured server can be equipped with 2.5-and 3.5-inch drives
Specifications:
- Body: floor
- Processor: Xeon E3-1225 v6, 3.3 GHz
- Memory: 32 GB DDR4 with error correction code, 2133 MHz (max. 64 GB)
- Storage System: 2 Fujitsu SAS SFF hot-swappable, 300 GB (max. 24 drives)
- RAID: Fujitsu PRAID CP400i PCI-Express
- Array support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, 50
- Network: 2 gigabit cards
- Expansion options: 4 PCI-e 3 slots (3 free)
- Power supply: hot-swappable power supply (450 W) and battery pack
- Management: Fujitsu iRMC S4
- Warranty: 1 year, on site, next business day
Storage scaling
In the basic configuration, the server is equipped with a basket with 4 LFF disks. If necessary, the storage capacity expands to 24 hot swappable SFF disks. In the entry-level model, the drive bay is located in the front of the server and is closed with a special lockable lid. SFF and LFF baskets can be installed in the server case together. An optional SAS expansion card allows you to use a single RAID card to manage all drives. As in the M2 generation model, the Intel C236 motherboard chip with support for SATA drives and mirror and stripe arrays is installed in the TX1330 M3.
It is possible to increase the capacity of the storage system by installing two additional baskets with 4 compartments for LFF disks. At the same time, the server connector panels support the SAS 3 interface. In the tested system, 1 basket for 8 SFF disks is installed, connected directly to the Fujitsu PRAID CP400i PCI-Express RAID card. It provides support for RAID5 technology and 50 arrays. If a customer needs a 1 GB or 2 GB cache, you can install EP400i and EP420i SAS3 cards that support RAID6 and 60 data arrays.
Built-in iRMC S4 controller is able to store data on electricity consumption for up to 5 years
Remote control
Remote server monitoring is carried out using the integrated iRMC S4 controller with a dedicated gigabit port. The web management console is not too thin in the settings, but informative, it contains data on the performance of key components of the system. In addition, the console allows you to remotely control power and OS. However, to implement these features, you need to purchase an Advanced Pack license.
ServerView Suite software is installed on all Fujitsu PRIMERGY servers. The administrator can use the System Monitor utility included in this package. This is an easy-to-use console that graphically displays all the necessary information. To boot the server operating system, you need a CD with the ServerView Installation Manager distribution. Installing Windows Server 2012 R2 takes about 40 minutes.
Fujitsu System Monitor Console provides system and component status information.
Backup power
To use the emergency power feature, you must install a hot-swappable dual power supply in the server. The battery built into the unit uses nickel-metal hydride batteries. The power supply module is equipped with a small fan, a status LED and a handle for quick removal.
The built-in emergency power supply unit is a more profitable solution compared to purchasing a server-level UPS. Such a unit will be cheaper and will last up to 5 years, but at the same time it is mounted inside the server. To protect the system from a sudden power outage, it comes with Windows management software. Using the web console, the administrator can monitor the battery status and adjust the OS shutdown time.
Noise level and power consumption
In the PRIMERGY TX1330 models with four compartments, cooling is carried out using a single fan, which is located in the center, above the CPU radiator. In the SFF model, the fans are mounted front and rear.
The Fujitsu Cool-Safe Advanced Thermal Design technology of energy efficiency ensures uninterrupted operation of the system at air temperatures of up to 40 ° C. According to measurements, the TX1330 M3 server consumes 40 W at idle and only 81 W at maximum load. During charging of the emergency power supply, the idle power consumption increases to 55 watts. An additional advantage of Cool-Safe is a reduced noise level. At a distance of one meter from the server noise measurement device shows the value of 42 dB.
The emergency power unit is monitored by special software that will safely shut down the server in the event of a power outage
pros
Excellent value for money, an impressive stock of built-in storage resources; low noise level; Smart onboard UPS; Software to manage the server completely copes with the main tasks.
Minuses
No built-in tools for OS deployment
Verdict
A relatively inexpensive PRIMERGY TX1330 M2 server offers many advantages. This is a good option for small companies, as the system capacity can be increased as needed, and a “smart” emergency power supply unit will be a cost-effective solution to protect against a sudden power outage.
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