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System x3250 M5
Lenovo Press Product Guide
The System x3250 M5 single-socket 1U rack server is designed for small businesses and first-time server
buyers looking for a solution to improve business efficiency. It delivers several innovative features in a
compact 1U form factor with a competitive price. The System x3250 M5 provides next-generation
performance in an innovative and compact design with flexible configuration options, built-in security, and
systems management capabilities. It leverages the next-generation quad-core Intel Xeon processor
E3-1200 v3 product family technology.
Suggested use : Small-to-medium businesses looking for file and printer servers, web serving, and small
business infrastructure.
The following figure shows the System x3250 M5.
Figure 1. The System x3250 M5
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The x3250 M5 offers a flexible and scalable design and a simple upgrade path to eight HDDs plus an
optical drive at the same time. The flexible onboard Ethernet solution provides two standard integrated
Gigabit Ethernet ports and two additional integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports with an optional software
feature for an on-demand upgrade without a need to buy additional hardware. Comprehensive systems
management tools with the next-generation Integrated Management Module II (IMM2) make it easy to
deploy, integrate, service, and manage.
The x3250 M5 includes features not typically seen in this class of system, such as standard RAID-0, 1,
and 10 with the ServeRAID C100 for simple-swap SATA models, remote control capabilities even when
the machine is powered off, and basic light path diagnostics on processor, memory, and hard drives. This
flexible 1U rack-mountable server is also highly upgradable and expandable, scaling from low-cost,
fixed-function models to feature-rich, highly available models.
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  • Page 1 System x3250 M5 Lenovo Press Product Guide The System x3250 M5 single-socket 1U rack server is designed for small businesses and first-time server buyers looking for a solution to improve business efficiency. It delivers several innovative features in a compact 1U form factor with a competitive price. The System x3250 M5 provides next-generation performance in an innovative and compact design with flexible configuration options, built-in security, and systems management capabilities.
  • Page 2: Key Features

    Key features The System x3250 M5 server is a compact, cost-effective, single-processor 1U rack server that has been optimized to provide outstanding availability, manageability, and performance features to small-to-medium-sized businesses, retail stores, or distributed enterprises. Scalability and performance The x3250 M5 offers numerous features to boost performance, improve scalability, and reduce costs: The Intel Xeon processor E3-1200 v3 product family improves productivity by offering affordable ...
  • Page 3 Energy-efficient planar components help lower operational costs.  Energy Star 2.0 compliant. For the Power and Performance Data Sheet, see  http://ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/energy-star 80 PLUS certified power supplies enable greater energy savings while providing flexibility to meet  your business needs. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 4: Locations Of Key Components And Connectors

    2.5-inch simple-swap or 3.5-inch simple-swap or hot-swap drive bays are also available). Figure 2. Front view of the System x3250 M5 with eight 2.5-inch hot-swap drive bays The following figure shows the rear of the server with redundant hot-swap power supplies (models with fixed power supply are also available).
  • Page 5 The following figure shows the locations of key components inside the server. Figure 4. Inside view of the System x3250 M5 System x3250 M5...
  • Page 6: Standard Specifications

    Two USB 3.0 ports on the front. Four USB 2.0 ports, one DB-15 video port, one DB-9 serial port, and four RJ-45 GbE network ports on the rear. One internal USB port (for embedded hypervisor). Cooling Calibrated Vectored Cooling with five redundant non-hot-swap system fans. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 7 Optional service upgrades (country-specific) are available through ServicePac® offerings: support 4-hour or 2-hour response time, 8 hours fix time, one-year or two-year warranty extension, remote technical support for Lenovo hardware and selected Lenovo and third-party (Microsoft, Linux, VMware) software. Dimensions Height: 43 mm (1.7 in.), width: 435 mm (17.1 in.), depth: 576 mm (22.7 in.)
  • Page 8: Standard Models

    * x in the Machine Type Model (MTM) represents a country-specific letter (for example, the EMEA MTM is 5458-A2G, and the US MTM is 5458-A2U). Ask your local Lenovo or business partner representative for specifics. † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, number of cores, TDP.
  • Page 9: Express Models

    1x 460 W 8MB 1600MHz 4C (80W) 1600MH HS / 4 HS / 2 * MTM = Machine Type Model † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, number of cores, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, TDP. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 10 1x 460 W 8MB 1600MHz 4C (80W) 1600MH HS / 8 HS / 2 * MTM = Machine Type Model † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, number of cores, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, TDP. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 11 1x 460 W 8MB 1600MHz 4C (80W) 1600MH HS / 4 HS / 2 * MTM = Machine Type Model † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, number of cores, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, TDP. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 12 1x 460 W 8MB 1600MHz 4C (80W) 1600MH HS / 8 HS / 2 * MTM = Machine Type Model † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, number of cores, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, TDP. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 13 1x 300 W 8MB 1600MHz 4C (80W) 1600MH HS / 4 Fixed / 1 * MTM = Machine Type Model † Processor detail: Processor quantity and model, number of cores, core speed, L3 cache, memory speed, TDP. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 14: Processor Options

    (45W) A5DM Intel Xeon Processor E3-1281 v3 3.7GHz 8MB cache 1600MHz 4C (82W) A5DT Intel Xeon Processor E3-1286 v3 3.7GHz 8MB cache 1600MHz 4C (84W) A5DU Intel Xeon Processor E3-1286L v3 3.2GHz 8MB cache 1600MHz 4C (65W) System x3250 M5...
  • Page 15 A3UD Intel Xeon Processor E3-1285L v3 3.1GHz 8MB cache 1600MHz 4C (65W) * No additional processor options are available. The server supports only one processor, which is already included in a standard, CTO, or special bid configuration. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 16: Memory Options

    Memory options Lenovo DDR3 memory is compatibility tested and tuned for optimal System x® performance and throughput. Lenovo memory specifications are integrated into the light path diagnostics panel for immediate system performance feedback and optimum system uptime. From a service and support standpoint, Lenovo memory automatically assumes the system warranty, and Lenovo provides service and support worldwide.
  • Page 17: Internal Storage

    3.5-inch drive bay support: Models with 460 W redundant hot-swap power supplies do not support 3.5-inch drive bays. An optical drive can be installed internally in models with 2.5-inch hot-swap or simple-swap drive bays (no optical drive support in models with 3.5-inch drive bays). System x3250 M5...
  • Page 18: Controllers For Internal Storage

    The C100 is an onboard ServeRAID, and it does not consume a PCIe slot. The H1110 RAID adapter is supported in a dedicated PCIe slot (slot 1). All other hardware RAID adapters and HBAs are supported only in PCIe slot 2. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 19 No support Yes No support No support No support N2115 HBA SAS HDD No support Yes No support SATA HDD Yes No support Yes No support SATA SSD No support Yes No support No support No support System x3250 M5...
  • Page 20 Connection to up to four internal drives  Support for up to two virtual drives  Support for virtual drive sizes greater than 2 TB  Fixed stripe unit size of 64 KB  Support for MegaRAID Storage Manager management software  System x3250 M5...
  • Page 21 Up to 6 Gbps throughput per port  PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface  Based on the LSI SAS2308 6 Gbps controller  For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the RAID adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/raid System x3250 M5...
  • Page 22: Internal Drive Options

    300GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF G2SS HDD 81Y9674 A24J 300GB 15K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" G2SS HDD 90Y8890 A2ZJ 600GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF G2SS HDD 81Y9654 A24H 900GB 10K 6Gbps SAS 2.5" SFF SS HDD System x3250 M5...
  • Page 23 500GB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2HS HDD 81Y9790 A22P 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2HS HDD 81Y9794 A22T 2TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2HS HDD 81Y9798 A22S 3TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 3.5" G2HS HDD System x3250 M5...
  • Page 24 3.5-inch NL SAS 512e Advanced Format Hot-Swap SEDs 00ML218 AS79 2TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e SED 00ML223 AS7A 4TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e SED 00ML228 AS7B 6TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SAS 3.5" G2HS 512e SED System x3250 M5...
  • Page 25: Internal Backup Units

    DVD-R (4.7 GB) 8X  DVD-R (dual layer, 8.5 GB) 6X  DVD+R (4.7 GB) 8X  DVD+R (dual layer, 8.5 GB) 6X  DVD-RW (4.7 GB) 6X  DVD+RW (4.7 GB) 8X  DVD-RAM (4.7 GB) 5X  System x3250 M5...
  • Page 26: I/O Expansion Options

     Large Send Offload (LSO)  Receive Side Scaling (RSS) and Transmit Side Scaling (TSS)  Message Signal Interrupt (MSI) and Message Signal Interrupt Extension (MSI-X) support  Support for jumbo frames up to 9600 bytes  System x3250 M5...
  • Page 27 * These adapters require SFP+ optical transceivers or DAC cables that must be purchased separately. ** Configure to order (CTO) only; not available as an option part number For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Ethernet and IB adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/networkadapters...
  • Page 28: Storage Host Bus Adapters

    QLogic 8Gb FC Single-port HBA for System x 46C9010 A3MV N2125 SAS/SATA HBA for System x 00AE912 A5M0 N2225 SAS/SATA HBA for System x For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Host bus adapters category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/hba System x3250 M5...
  • Page 29: Pcie Ssd Adapters

    Part Feature Maximum number code supported Description 41Y8298 A2G0 Blank USB Memory Key for VMware ESXi Downloads 41Y8382 A4WZ USB Memory Key for VMware ESXi 5.1 Update 1 41Y8385 A584 USB Memory Key for VMware ESXi 5.5 System x3250 M5...
  • Page 30: Systems Management

    Table 15. Remote management option Part Feature Description Maximum number code supported 90Y3901 A1ML Integrated Management Module Advanced Upgrade For remote management, IMM2 uses Ethernet port 1. Ethernet port 1 is shared between the IMM2 and the operating system. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 31: Thermal Option Kit

    Toshiba 4690 Operating System V6  VMware vSphere 5.1 (ESXi)  VMware vSphere 5.5 (ESXi)  For the latest information about the specific versions and service levels that are supported and any other prerequisites, see the ServerProven® website: http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/nos/matrix.shtml System x3250 M5...
  • Page 32: Physical And Electrical Specifications

    Minimum configuration: 0.04 kVA  Maximum configuration: 0.50 kVA  BTU output:  Ship configuration: 130 Btu/hr (38 watts)  Full configuration: 1720 Btu/hr (504 watts)  Noise level:  6.5 bels (operating)  6.5 bels (idle)  System x3250 M5...
  • Page 33: Warranty Options

    Warranty options The x3250 M5 server has a three-year onsite warranty with 9x5/next business day terms. Lenovo offers the warranty service upgrades through ServicePac offerings, described in this section. The ServicePac is a series of prepackaged warranty maintenance upgrades and post-warranty maintenance agreements with a well-defined scope of services, including service hours, response time, term of service, and service agreement terms and conditions.
  • Page 34 Lenovo server. In the unlikely event of a hard drive failure, you retain possession of your hard drive while Lenovo replaces the failed drive part. Your data stays safely on your premises, in your hands.
  • Page 35: Regulatory Compliance

    ServeRAID M5100 Series RAID 6 Upgrade for System x 90Y4273 A2MC ServeRAID M5100 Series SSD Performance Accelerator for System x 90Y4318 A2MD ServeRAID M5100 Series SSD Caching Enabler for System x * One M5100 Series FoD software license is required per server. System x3250 M5...
  • Page 36  Support for connectivity to the EXP2512 and EXP2524 storage expansion enclosures  For more information, about the ServeRAID M5120, see the Lenovo Press Product Guide at http://lenovopress.com/tips0858 The ServeRAID M5225-2GB SAS/SATA Controller has the following specifications: Eight external 12 Gbps SAS/SATA ports ...
  • Page 37 EXP2512 Storage Enclosure 610024X EXP2524 Storage Enclosure Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 support For details about supported drives and cables for the Lenovo ThinkServer SA120, see the Lenovo Press Product Guide: http://lenovopress.com/tips1234 EXP2512 and EXP2524 support The external SAS cables that are listed in the following table support connectivity between external expansion enclosures and the controller.
  • Page 38 600GB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 00NC567 900GB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 00NC569 1.2TB 10,000 rpm 6Gb SAS 2.5" HDD 2.5" SAS HS SSDs 00NC573 200GB 6Gb SAS 2.5" SSD 00NC575 400GB 6Gb SAS 2.5" SSD System x3250 M5...
  • Page 39: External Disk Storage Systems

    IBM Storwize V5000 SFF Control Enclosure 6194SEU IBM Storwize V5000 SFF Expansion Enclosure 6195SC5 IBM Storwize V7000 2.5-inch Storage Controller Unit 6195LEF IBM Storwize V7000 3.5-inch Storage Expansion Unit 6195SEF IBM Storwize V7000 2.5-inch Storage Expansion Unit System x3250 M5...
  • Page 40: External Backup Units

    Refer to the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center for further information. For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Backup units category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/tape System x3250 M5...
  • Page 41: Top-Of-Rack Ethernet Switches

    Top-of-rack Ethernet switches The x3250 M5 server can be attached to the top-of-rack Ethernet switches from Lenovo that are listed in the following table. Table xx. Top-of-rack switches Part number Description 1 Gb top-of-rack switches 7159BAX Lenovo RackSwitch G7028 (Rear to Front)
  • Page 42: Uninterruptible Power Supply Units

    RT6kVA 3U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC) 55948KX RT8kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC) 55949KX RT11kVA 6U Rack or Tower UPS (200-240VAC) 55948PX RT8kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC) 55949PX RT11kVA 6U 3:1 Phase Rack or Tower UPS (380-415VAC) System x3250 M5...
  • Page 43 6000VA LCD 4U Rack UPS (230 V) 53959KX 11000VA LCD 5U Rack UPS (200V/208V/230V) 24195KX UPS5000 21303RX UPS 7500XHV 21304RX UPS 10000XHV For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Power infrastructure category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/power System x3250 M5...
  • Page 44: Power Distribution Units

    DPI 63amp/250 V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 2P+Gnd connector 39Y8938 30 amp/125 V Front-end PDU with NEMA L5-30P connector 39Y8939 30 amp/250 V Front-end PDU with NEMA L6-30P connector 39Y8940 60 amp/250 V Front-end PDU with IEC 309 60A 2P+N+Gnd connector System x3250 M5...
  • Page 45 0U 24 C13 32A PDU 46M4140 0U 12 C19/12 C13 60A 3 Phase PDU 46M4143 0U 12 C19/12 C13 32A 3 Phase PDU For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Power infrastructure category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/power System x3250 M5...
  • Page 46: Rack Cabinets

    93634CX PureFlex System 42U Rack 99564XX S2 42U Dynamic Standard Expansion Rack 99564RX S2 42U Dynamic Standard Rack For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Rack cabinets and options category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/rack System x3250 M5...
  • Page 47: Rack Options

    Long KVM Conversion Option (4 Pack Long KCO) 46M5383 5341 Virtual Media Conversion Option Gen2 (VCO2) 46M5382 5340 Serial Conversion Option (SCO) For more information, see the list of Lenovo Press product guides in the Rack cabinets and options category: http://lenovopress.com/systemx/rack System x3250 M5...
  • Page 48: Lenovo Financial Services

    For you, this dedication provides a high-quality, easy, and positive financing experience. For your region specific offers please ask your Lenovo sales representative or your technology provider about the use of Lenovo Financial Services. For more information, see the following Lenovo website: http://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/us/en/financial_services.html...
  • Page 49: Related Publications And Links

    Related publications and links For more information, see these resources: Lenovo Press product guides for System x servers, switches and options  http://lenovopress.com/systemx System x3250 M5 product page  http://www.ibm.com/systems/x/hardware/rack/x3250m5/ ServerProven hardware compatibility page for the x3250 M5  http://www.ibm.com/systems/info/x86servers/serverproven/compat/us/xseries/5458.html Configuration and Options Guide ...
  • Page 50 Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment.
  • Page 51 Trademarks Lenovo, For Those Who Do and the Lenovo logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. These and other Lenovo trademarked terms are marked on their first occurrence in this information with the appropriate symbol (® or ™), indicating US registered or common law trademarks owned by Lenovo at the time this information was published.

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