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In 2003, we built on that success with performance enhancements, more storage, and flexible build-to-order options. Now in its third generation, this highly acclaimed server gets a huge burst of power from the 64-bit PowerPC G5 processor—accelerating a wide range of intensive server chores and High Performance Computing (HPC) applications. The groundbreaking PowerPC G5 made its debut in Apple’s Power Mac G5, enabling computer users to tackle projects never before possible on a desktop system. In fact, its performance was so remarkable that Virginia Tech chose the G5 processor as the engine for its newest supercomputing facility, ranked third most powerful in the world.2 With the introduction of Xserve G5, the same processing performance is packed into a slim 1U form factor. Combine the superefficient PowerPC G5 with high- bandwidth, server-optimized system I/O and fast internal storage, and Xserve G5 outperforms today’s fastest 1U Xeon- and Opteron-based systems.3 In addition to robust hardware features, Xserve G5 comes complete with an unlimited- client license for Mac OS X Server software, a host of powerful network services, and integrated remote management and monitoring tools. Easy to set up and easy to maintain, Xserve G5 with Mac OS X Server dramatically reduces the complexity of system administration and minimizes maintenance costs. For added peace of mind, Apple offers enterprise-class service and support products for Xserve G5 hardware and Mac OS X Server software, with a single vendor to call. This uniquely Apple integration results in superior performance, unparalleled manageability, and increased uptime—enabling organizations to lower their total cost of ownership and reduce the pressure on network administrators. Whether in small or large business, higher education or K–12 schools, creative departments, or science and technology research centers, the affordable Xserve G5 is the perfect server for today’s new breed of UNIX-based solutions. Technology Overview Xserve G5 Product Overview Xserve G5 Apple’s new Xserve packs high-density PowerPC G5 computing power and fast, affordable storage in a 1U rack-optimized enclosure. Customers can choose from two standard server configurations and one cluster node configuration, as well as from an array of build-to-order options. Xserve RAID Connect Xserve to Apple’s affordable Xserve RAID storage solution for enormous capacity—up to 3.5TB1—and advanced data protection in a high-availability 3U enclosure. Key Features Xserve G5 combines 64-bit processors, a high-bandwidth system architecture, and massive storage with Apple’s legendary ease of use. The following features make Xserve a robust, versatile server solution for businesses and institutions everywhere. Single or dual 2GHz processors. Each 64-bit PowerPC G5 processor features an optimized Velocity Engine unit, two floating-point units, and robust branch prediction logic. To get more work done faster, its superpipelined, superscalar architecture can handle large numbers of complex operations in parallel. Gigahertz frontside bus. The industry’s fastest frontside bus maximizes processor performance by transferring instructions and data at rates of up to 8GB/s. In dual processor systems, each PowerPC G5 has a dedicated frontside bus for a combined throughput of up to 16GB/s. Advanced ECC memory technology. A 128-bit memory controller speeds data in and out of main memory at up to 6.4GB/s. Today’s Xserve G5 supports 8GB of fast, 400MHz RAM with Error Correction Code (ECC) protection. High-bandwidth I/O. Two open 64-bit PCI-X slots provide throughput of up to 1GB/s for PCI devices. Dual onboard Gigabit Ethernet interfaces and FireWire 800 ports offer high- performance connectivity and deployment flexibility. Flexible storage. Three drive bays hold up to 750GB of fast, internal Serial ATA (SATA) storage1 in hot-plug Apple Drive Modules.4 Fast PCI-X slots and optional cards allow connection to external storage devices, including Apple’s Xserve RAID storage system. Innovative hardware monitoring. Dedicated monitoring hardware integrates with industry-leading software for remote monitoring of one or many Xserve G5 systems. The software can even send automatic notifications via email or pager. UNIX-based operating system. An unlimited-client license for Mac OS X Server,4 complete with easy-to-use open source workgroup and Internet services, is included at no additional cost. Built on open standards, Mac OS X Server integrates seamlessly into enterprise infrastructures. What’s more, Apple has written the latest version of Mac OS X Server to maximize the computing power of the 64-bit PowerPC G5. Server-class support products. To minimize downtime, Apple offers a suite of enterprise-class support products, including onsite hardware repairs, advanced software support, and convenient spares kits. Technology Overview Xserve G5 Rack-Optimized Server Design With enormous processing power and ample storage in a compact ...