IBM 7143B6U x3850 X5 rack server Xeon 16GB DDR3

IBM x3850 X5 rack server

This IBM x3850 X5 is a rack-mount server system built on Intel Xeon processors with 16GB of DDR3 SDRAM installed. It supports up to two processors and offers seven expansion slots for additional I/O or storage controllers. The integrated Matrox G200eV graphics controller provides 16MB of video memory for basic display output. It is designed for enterprise environments requiring reliable compute density in a standard rack form factor.

Ideal for memory-intensive enterprise workloads

This server suits organisations running virtualisation, database or ERP workloads that benefit from the 2TB maximum memory capacity and dual-processor scalability. The seven expansion slots provide flexibility for specialised networking or storage adapters. It is not suited for buyers who require GPU-accelerated compute or high-end 3D graphics performance. It is also not suited for deployments that need support for memory generations beyond DDR3.

DDR3 SDRAM memory technology

The single specification that decides fit is the DDR3 SDRAM memory technology, which dictates compatible DIMM type, speed and maximum capacity of 2TB. All memory upgrades must match this generation; modules of other DDR standards will not function in this system. Buyers must verify that their existing spares or procurement pipeline can supply DDR3 parts before committing to this platform.