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IBM Power 550 tower server, dark metal finish, front drive bays visible

IBM

IBM 8204-E8AProduct Power 550 rack server POWER6 256 GB DDR2 32 slots SAS 6×3.5″

SKU CH-GB7J-A30PD MPN 8204-E8AProduct

POWER6 rack server supports up to 8 processors, 256 GB DDR2 across 32 slots, SAS controller and six 3.5″ bays

  • ProcessorXeon
  • Product typeTower
  • POWER6 processor handles demanding workloads with up to eight CPUs supported
  • 256 GB DDR2 memory capacity across 32 slots for large datasets
  • SAS controller drives six 3.5″ bays for high-speed storage
  • Gigabit Ethernet port provides reliable network connectivity
  • Dual 110 V and 220 V AC input suits varied power environments

IBM Power 550 Server

The IBM Power 550 8204-E8A server delivers POWER6 processor performance for enterprise workloads. It supports up to eight processors and 256 GB of DDR2 memory across 32 slots. Six 3.5-inch bays provide SAS storage capacity. Gigabit Ethernet and three USB ports handle connectivity.

Mid-size Database and Application Roles

This system suits organisations running mid-size databases or consolidated applications that benefit from POWER6 virtualisation features. Buyers who need more than 256 GB of memory or more than six internal drive bays should evaluate larger platforms. Environments requiring memory technologies other than DDR2 will not be compatible with this server.

256 GB DDR2 Maximum Memory

The decisive specification is the 256 GB DDR2 SDRAM limit across 32 slots. If the target workload fits within this ceiling the server is a candidate; if the application demands greater memory capacity or a different memory type this model cannot meet the requirement.

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Price $632.99
Cheaper than about 90% of the 17,641 comparable items (median $1,910.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Product typeTower
Processor
ProcessorXeon

Questions about this item

Should I populate all 32 DDR2 slots or start with fewer larger modules?

The server supports up to 256 GB across 32 DDR2 slots, so using higher-capacity DIMMs in fewer slots leaves room for future expansion without hitting the memory ceiling.

What does the 8-processor POWER6 limit mean for a live AIX or Linux partition?

With eight POWER6 sockets supported, a single partition can span all cores for maximum throughput, while PowerVM lets you carve smaller dedicated or shared-processor LPARs as workloads dictate.

How does the onboard SAS controller constrain the six 3.5″ drive bays?

The integrated Serial Attached SCSI controller drives all six 3.5″ bays directly, providing native SAS connectivity without an additional HBA.

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