2IBM Systems and TechnologyData SheetSystem x®Maximize memory, minimize cost and simplify deployment with thex3850 X54-socket, 64-DIMM x3850 X5 to 4 sockets and 96 DIMMsor up to 8 sockets and 128 DIMMs. Reallocate resources asyour environment changes. The x3850 X5 meets your needstoday, while providing an easy, cost-effective upgrade path tochange your environment when you’re ready.Do more with your investmentsEight-core processors and expanded memory capacity let youmanage memory-intensive applications with higher utilizationand greater throughput and bandwidth. Consolidate older4U servers on one industry-leading IBM X-ArchitectureeX5 system for a lower total cost. Optimize your investmentswith more and larger virtual machines per server and lowerlicensing costs, while achieving greater business productivity.Consolidate with confidenceA long-time leader in reliability, many of the featuresIBM pioneered with earlier generations of X-Architecturehave now become industry standards. The x3850 X5 contin-ues to build on this legend, enabling you to consolidate work-loads without sacrificing availability—or your peace of mind.OnForever™ features such as redundant power and coolinghelp minimize the potential for catastrophic businessdisruption. Other features include enhanced IBM MemoryProteXion™ for greater data integrity, memory mirroringand Predictive Failure Analysis for increased system uptime.Own and operate with easeConsolidated single points of management and an energy-smart design help reduce the time and money needed to runyour system. Advanced light path diagnostics and around-the-clock remote access management facilitate ease of useand proactive problem-solving. In addition, IBM SystemsDirector Active Energy Manager™ helps monitor, measureand manage power consumption to lower the energy drawand costs.Select configurations of the x3850 X5 are part of theIBM Express Advantage® Portfolio designed to meet theneeds of midsized businesses. Easy to manage, Express®models and configurations vary by country.