Chapter 1. Introducing PC Server 520 Features
Your PC Server 520 has an Intel Pentium microprocessor and
symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) upgradability, a PCI advance bus,
an integrated SCSI-2 Fast/Wide Controller, large data-storage
capacity, and improved system expandability. This server is
specifically designed by IBM to handle heavy file-server applications
or moderate database applications in today's network environment.
Using Micro Channel and peripheral component interconnect (PCI)
architectures, it provides compatibility with a wide range of existing
hardware and software. Super video graphics array (SVGA)
support provides compatibility with many existing application
programs.
Your server offers dual-processor capability through a second
microprocessor connector so that you can take advantage of SMP
technology. If you have an SMP-capable operating system, you can
maximize the benefits of this technology,
As an open-architecture, industry-standard system, the PC Server
520 has been tested with numerous IBM and non-IBM adapters and
devices to assure compatibility. Rugged dependability is achieved
by incorporating quality standards and design points, such as
stringent IBM systems assurance testing and a cooling design called
FloThru. FloThru cooling helps keep internal electronic components
of the PC Server 520 running cool to improve reliability and
accommodate the full configurations necessary in today's local area
network (LAN) environments.
Refer to the Setup sheet for instructions on unpacking the server
and attaching cables to it.
See Chapter 2, “Installing Your Software” on page 19 for
information on installing an operating system and other software.
In addition, this book provides information on configuring and
using the server, installing and removing options, and using the
system programs that are provided. The troubleshooting
information will help you solve some of the simpler problems that
might occur. Appendix A in this book provides a section for you to
record all the important information about your server.
Copyright IBM Corp. 1995, 1996
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Summary of Contents for PC Server 520
Page 1: ...PC Server 520 User s Handbook for PCI Micro Channel IBM...
Page 86: ...Installation Checklist 70 PC Server 520 User s Handbook for PCI Micro Channel...
Page 146: ...Using the Mini Configuration Program 130 PC Server 520 User s Handbook for PCI Micro Channel...
Page 190: ...Using the SCSISelect Utility Program 174 PC Server 520 User s Handbook for PCI Micro Channel...
Page 385: ...Installing Additional Test Programs 207 CMD 3 Chapter 7 Solving Problems 369...
Page 438: ...IBM Part Number 78H6336 Printed in U S A May 1996 78H6336...