IBM PS/2 SERVER 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA AND 0XF) IBM Announcement Letter Number 192-224 dated September 21, 1992 IBM US - Last Revised on September 21, 1992 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability The PS/2 (R) Server 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA and 0XF) systems are powerful, floor-standing computers that combine processor performance, large data storage capacities, and enhanced system expandability. These systems are specifically designed to support the demand of network servers, multi-user host, and advanced business and technical applications. Featured with these new systems are three models offering either a 104MB (million bytes) 212MB or 400MB hard disk, a 2.88MB diskette drive and 8MB of 70ns parity memory expandable to 64MB on the system board. The standard SVGA display adapter, when used in conjunction with IBM's newly announced 95XX color displays, is designed to provide International Organization for Standardization (ISO) capable enhanced ergonomic benefits in the form of reduced screen flicker at VGA resolution and 256 colors. The IBM PS/2 Server 85 models feature a unique system board design that contains an i486SX-33 (1) microprocessor. For customers who require floating-point processing or additional processing power, a second microprocessor socket is provided for the installation of an IBM PS/2 486-33/66 Microprocessor Upgrade Option, the newly announced double-clocked microprocessor option that operates externally at 33MHz and internally at 66MHz. The advanced capability of IBM's Micro Channel (R) architecture is exploited in these new models with enhanced performance functions that include 32-bit DMA, Vital Product Data System Control Block and 40MB/second data streaming. Also integrated on the system board are electronic modules to support the standard enhanced small computer system interface (SCSI) with cache. As a result of IBM's continued commitment to improve product reliability, the new premier PS/2 line, including all 9585 models, have an on-site, three-year warranty. However, an optional one-year warranty is available via special bid. NOTE: This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commission. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been obtained. Planned Availability: December 1992. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (1) Registered trademark of Intel Corporation. IN BRIEF . . . o Intel (1) 486SX-33MHz processor o Second processor socket for IBM PS/2 486-33/66 Microprocessor Upgrade Option o Three-year, on-site warranty o Advanced Micro Channel exploitation that includes 40MB/sec data streaming o 8MB standard memory -- expandable to 64MB on the system board o 104MB (0X6), 212MB (0XA) or 400MB (0XF) disk model -- up to 3.2GB (gigabytes) of fast access hard disk storage o SVGA display adapter providing flicker-free operation at VGA resolution o Enhanced SCSI with cache integrated on the system board o Five internal storage device bays supporting 5.25-inch half-high drives and two 3.5-inch half-high drives o Eight 32-bit Micro Channel (R) expansion slots (one used for an SVGA display adapter) Customer Letter Section DESCRIPTION INVESTMENT PROTECTION All of the new PS/2 Server 85 models are based on IBM's Micro Channel architecture, thus providing compatibility with a wide range of existing Micro Channel hardware and software applications. The enhanced performance functions, 32-bit DMA, Vital Product Data and System Control Block support, exploit the advanced capabilities of IBM's Micro Channel architecture. The PS/2 Model 85 mechanical platform provides up to seven file storage bays. Two 3.5-inch bays are used for the 2.88MB diskette drive and the standard SCSI hard disk drive. Four available 5.25-inch or 3.5-inch bays can accommodate four more SCSI disk drives providing expansion of up to 3.2GB of storage in the 9585-0XF model (two 1GB SCSI hard disk drives and three 400MB SCSI hard disk drives). Various device combinations of 3.5-inch, with or without removable media, and 5.25-inch, half or full high form factors, can be installed providing a high degree of flexibility in storage configurations. A total of eight 32-bit Micro Channel I/O slots are provided (one slot is used for the SVGA Display Adapter). The remaining seven slots are available for future expansion and growth. GROWTH ENABLEMENT The PS/2 Server 85 supports rapidly expanding customer growth requirements through expansion features. For customers who require floating-point processing or additional processing power, a second microprocessor socket is provided on the system board for the installation of the IBM PS/2 486-33/66 Microprocessor Upgrade Option. Enhanced SCSI with cache integrated on the system board allows customers the ability to attach additional industry standard storage devices. Thus, the ability to increase system storage to meet the user's changing needs is provided. The PS/2 Model 85 mechanical platform provides up to seven file storage bays. Various combinations of 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch storage devices can be internally installed providing a high degree of flexibility in storage configurations. The 9585 has a total of eight 32-bit Micro Channel I/O slots (one slot is used for the SVGA Display Adapter). The remaining seven slots are available for future expansion and growth. The powerful 486SX microprocessors in the 9585 provide internal processing speed of 33MHz. However, even greater system throughput and balanced performance is achieved by combining this processor power with IBM Micro Channel architecture with advanced functions, high-performance SCSI hard disks, and 32-bit busmaster SCSI with cache. The new PS/2 9585 models feature improved reliability, availability and serviceability (RAS), increasing customer productivity by significantly improving the reliability of the system. This is reflected in the enhanced three-year warranty for on these systems. SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT The following features of the PS/2 Server 85 make it well-suited for customers who require business solutions that will simplify the management of their data processing systems: o The standard PS/2 Micro Channel architecture o Easy-to-install system and options o Hardware and software compatible with the wide range of existing non-IBM Micro Channel compatible adapters and applications. PRODUCT POSITIONING The new IBM PS/2 Server 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA and 0XF) systems are the powerful entry server models of the PS/2 product line. The Model 85 package introduced with the 8595 models allows high levels of system expansion with generous offerings of expansion slots and DASD bays. These new PS/2 Model 85 systems combine the power of the 486SX-33MHz processor with multiple IBM technology leadership functions, and high-capacity data storage to form balanced performance systems, specifically designed for LAN printer and file server applications. While these systems are designed primarily as LAN servers, they can also function as high-performance, technical workstations where processor performance, ISO capable graphics, system expansion flexibility and large amounts of data storage are required. When used in conjunction with IBM's new 95XX color displays, the standard an SVGA Display Adapter provides enhanced ergonomic benefits in the form of reduced screen flicker at VGA resolution and 256 colors. All systems maintain compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and software applications developed for the PS/2. The IBM PS/2 Server 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA and 0XF) systems are new additions to the IBM PS/2 family of products and positioned as replacements for the PS/2 Model 80 product line. PUBLICATIONS The PS/2 Model 85 Quick Reference Package (52G-9974) publication is shipped with the IBM PS/2 Server 85 and contains an introduction to the computer, installation and setup, feature installation instructions and trouble-shooting instructions. The following publications are available. To order, contact your IBM representative. ORDER PART TITLE NUMBER NUMBER Hardware Maintenance Library Supplement S52G-9978 52G9978 Interface Technical Reference Architectures S84F-9808 84F9808 -- Update S10G-6466 10G6466 Common Interfaces S84F-9809 84F9809 -- Update (9/91) S04G-3281 04G3281 -- Update (6/92) S10G-6464 10G6464 -- Update (9/92) S42G-2447 42G2447 Video -- Update S42G-2193 42G2193 System Specific S84F-9807 84F9807 BIOS Interface Technical Reference S04G-3283 04G3283 -- Update S10G-6467 10G6467 The IBM System Library Subscription Service (SLSS) is available. EDUCATION SUPPORT Details of all classroom and self-study courses are contained in the Catalog of IBM Education (G320-1244). Call IBM Direct -- Education at 800-IBM-TEACh (426-8322) for schedules and enrollments. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Fixed Disk Drive Characteristics: Formatted capacity: 104MB 212MB 400MB Average seek time: 12ms 12ms 11.5ms Data transfer rate: 20.1Mb/sec 20.1Mb/sec 16.0Mb/sec Average latency: 6.94ms 6.94ms 6.95ms Sector interleave: 1:1 1:1 1:1 The IBM PS/2 Server 85 is intended for use as a floor-standing system and is designed to operate in a vertical position only. Dimensions: Width: 203.2 mm (8 in.) Depth: 508 mm (20 in.) Height: 501 mm (19.75 in.) Weight: (minimum configuration) 22 kg (50 lb.) Weight: (maximum configuration) 30 kg (67 lb.) Electrical: 100-125 (nominal) V ac; 50-60 Hz 200-240 (nominal) V ac; 50-60 Hz BTU output: minimum -- 358 BTU/Hr. (105 watts) BTU output: maximum -- 1637 BTU/Hr. (480 watts) Noise level: (Average 1 meter position: typical machine) Vertical floor-standing position -- 5.3 bels (idling) NOTE: The noise emission level stated is the declared (upper limit) sound power level, in bels, for a random sample of machines, typically configured, and operating in idle mode; i.e., powered on, but no disk drive read/write or other I/O activity. All measurements are made in accordance with ANSI S12.10 and reported in conformance with ISO 9296. EQUIPMENT APPROVALS AND SAFETY: This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commission and is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been obtained. o UL -- UL478 5th edition o CSA CS220 MEDICAL ENVIRONMENT: The PS/2 Model 85 will not exceed the current leakage requirements established by the National Fire Protection Code NFPA99 for data processing use in hospital environments. The current leakage of the PS/2 Model 85 will not exceed 500 microamps. Consult local ordinances, the National Fire Protection and UL codes for specific details on use in a hospital environment. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: o Temperature: 10.0 to 35 (degs) C (50 to 95 (degs) F) at 0 to 914 m (0 to 3000 ft.) 10.0 to 32 (degs) C (50 to 90 (degs) F) at 914 to 213 m (3000 to 7000 ft.) o Relative humidity: 8 to 80% o Maximum altitude: 2134 m (7000 ft.) MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: The PS/2 Model 85 also requires an analog display (8504, 8507, 8511, 8512, 8513, 8514, 8515, 8516, 8518, 9515, 9517, 9518 or equivalent) and the standard SVGA Display Adapter for system set up and service. The PS/2 Model 85 contains a console select utility that allows systems console operations to be performed by an ASCII terminal via the system asynchronous communications port (serial port) preinstalled on the system hard disk. If this option is selected, an ASCII terminal must be connected to the serial port at the time of selection. PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS: The following operating systems/extensions support the PS/2 Server 85: o OS/2 (R) Standard Edition 1.30.2 o OS/2 2.0 o Operating System/2 (R) LAN Server 2.0 Entry and Advanced o Operating System/2 Extended Services 1.0 o OS/2 Extended Edition 1.30.2 o Disk Operating System (DOS) 5.0 o AIX (R) PS/2 1.3 o IBM 4680 Operating System Versions 2 and 4 o NetWare (2) v2.2 and v3.11 (when certified by Novell; testing has not been completed at this time). All of the above operating systems provide support for up to 16MB of memory on the PS/2 Server 85. However, OS/2 2.0, AIX PS/2 1.3, SCO (3) UNIX (4) System V/386 Version 3.2v4.0 and NetWare v2.2 and v3.11 operating systems provide support for greater than 16MB of memory on the PS/2 Server 85. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (2) Registered trademark of Novell, Inc. (3) Trademark of Santa Cruz Operation, Inc. (4) Registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories, Inc. COMPATIBILITY: Refer to the 9585 Sales Manual pages, or contact your IBM representative, for a complete list of supported features and options and compatible IBM and vendor software. The Sales Manual is updated periodically. The PS/2 Server 85 contains licensed System Programs that include set configuration and features, test, copy an option diskette, backup/restore and update system program. These System Programs are stored in a three million byte protected partition on the hard disk drive. The BIOS program is loaded from Flash ROM on the system board into system memory. BIOS provides the hardware instructions and interfaces designed to support the standard features of the PS/2 Model 85 to maintain compatibility with many software programs currently operating under DOS and OS/2 on the Personal Computer XT (TM), Personal Computer AT (R) and the Personal System/2 (R) family. However, due to the higher speed of the 486 processor in these new models, some timing-sensitive software may require modification. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. LIMITATIONS: The IBM PS/2 Server 85 supports a maximum of 64MB of parity memory. All 64MB are addressable by direct memory access (DMA). The 2MB, 4MB and 8MB 70-ns parity memory SIMMS are supported. A maximum of two 1GB hard disk drives can be installed in the PS/2 Model 85. Refer to the PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS section for operating systems limitations. The licensed System Programs include set configuration and features, copy an option diskette, test, backup/restore and update system program. These licensed System Programs are stored in three million bytes of protected partition on the hard disk drive. The formatted capacity is therefore reduced by three million bytes, and the total user accessible capacity may vary slightly based on operating environments. This partition is not affected when the drive is formatted using the Format command provided in DOS or OS/2. The licensed System Programs are also preinstalled on the PS/2 Server 85 system hard file with the reference data. The following Micro Channel adapters and options are NOT supported by these new PS/2 Server 85 systems. o IBM Personal System/2 Display Adapter 8514/A (#4054, 1887972) o IBM Personal System/2 3117 Adapter/A (#1029, 65X1925) o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch External Diskette Adapter/A (#8760, 6450245) o IBM Personal System/2 High Speed Adapter/A (#1028, 65X1905) o IBM Personal System/2 1MB Memory Module Kit-85ns (#5212, 6450603) o IBM Personal System/2 2MB Memory Module Kit-85ns (#5213, 6450604) o IBM Personal System/2 2MB Parity Memory Module Kit-80ns (#5214, 6450608) o IBM Personal System/2 4MB Parity Memory Module Kit-80ns (#3933, 87F9977) o IBM Personal System/2 8MB Parity Memory Module Kit-80ns (#1401, 6450129) o IBM Personal System/2 4MB ECC Memory Module Kit 70-ns (#1158, 6451158) o IBM Personal System/2 8MB ECC Memory Module Kit 70-ns (#1159, 6451159) o IBM Personal System/2 80386 Memory Expansion Option 2MB Kit (#3077, 34F3077) o IBM Personal System/2 80386 Memory Expansion Option 4MB Kit (#3011, 34F3011) o IBM Personal System/2 80386 Memory Expansion Option (#3019, 6450367) o IBM Personal System/2 2-8MB 80386 Memory Expansion Option (#5211, 6450605) o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch 1.2MB Internal Diskette Drive (#1006, 6451006) replaced by 6451066 (which does not require an adapter card) o IBM 3117 Scanner o IBM 3118 Scanner o IBM Personal System/2 5.25-inch Diskette Adapter/A (#1007, 6451007) o IBM Personal System/2 4869-001 5.25-inch 360KB External Diskette Drive o IBM Personal System/2 4869-002 5.25-inch 1.2MB External Diskette Drive o IBM Personal System/2 256KB Level 2 Cache Option (#1098, 6451095). The following PS/2 options are NOT supported by the IBM PS/2 Server 85 and installation of these options can adversely affect system performance and reliability: o IBM Personal System/2 2nd 1.44MB Diskette Drive (3.5-inch) (#1026, 6451026); supported replacement is (#1072, 6451072) o IBM Personal System/2 CD-ROM Drive (#0845, 6450845); supported replacement is (#1113, 6451113) o IBM Personal System/2 320MB SCSI Fixed Disk Drive (#1055, 6451055); supported replacement is (#1108, 6451234). The following adapters cannot be installed in slot #8 of the PS/2 Server 85 systems because of the physical limitations of these adapters: o IBM Realtime Interface Co-processor Multiport/2 (#6263, 09F1897) (#6247, 16F1820) o IBM Realtime Interface Co-processor Portmaster (R) Adapter/A(#6360, 53F2601), (6364, 53F2604) or (6368, 53F2607) Display adapter cards that use the Auxiliary Video Extension, such as the IBM PS/2 Image Adapter/A-2, when installed in a PS/2 Server 85, require that a display be attached to the SVGA Display Adapter during configuration of the system. High-performance BIOS uses 128KB of system memory, and an additional 256KB is reserved for system use in systems with 16MB or more of memory. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. PLANNING INFORMATION CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The PS/2 Server 85 is designated as customer setup. Customer setup instructions are shipped with the system. CABLE ORDERS: There are no cabling requirements, other than for system power, keyboard and display connections. Cables are provided with the system unit and display, and the instructions are provided as part of initial setup. INSTALLABILITY: The PS/2 Server 85 requires about 15 minutes for installation. Installation includes unpacking, set up and powering on the system. Additional time is required to install other adapters, an operating system and other features. PACKAGING: PRODUCT SHIPMENT GROUP IBM Personal System/2 Model 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA, or 0XF) System Unit Carton (one box) Contents: Reference Diskette U.S. Line Cord Keyboard Cable Keyboard Carton (customer selection dependent) IBM Space Saving Keyboard or IBM Enhanced Keyboard or IBM Host Connect Keyboard or IBM Enhanced Keyboard -- French Canadian or IBM Space Saving Keyboard -- French Canadian or IBM Enhanced Keyboard -- LA Spanish or IBM Space Saving Keyboard -- LA Spanish Note: Keyboard is shipped in a separate carton. ACCESSORIES AND/OR SUPPLIES: The 3.5-inch, 4MB diskettes (72X6111) can be purchased from IBM Authorized Supplies Dealers, IBM Authorized Distributors or from IBM Teleservice and Customer Support (TCS). Call IBM TCS at 800-IBM-2468 (426-2468). Mail orders should be sent to: IBM Corporation IBM Teleservice and Customer Support One Culver Road Dayton, NJ 08810 SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL Security and audibility features of this product are: o A mechanical lock to allow the user to lock the system cover o Power-on Password used to prevent the use of the system by unauthorized persons o Set Keyboard Password used to lock the keyboard without turning the system off o Set Unattended Start Mode allows the system keyboard to be locked to all entries except the password and at the same time allow other computers on the network to access the hard disk. Small Computer System Interface (SCSI), as defined in the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard X3.131-199X, provides a port for the attachment of external devices. The enhanced SCSI with cache electronic modules that are integrated on the PS/2 Model 85 system board and are in conformance with this standard and has an external port. A data security exposure exists, even with Power-On Password installed, since external SCSI controllers can attach through the external SCSI port and gain undetected read or write access to data stored on internal and external SCSI devices. Physical access to the system and external SCSI devices must be controlled to limit this exposure. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection and implementation of security features, administrative procedures and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. TERMS AND CONDITIONS VOLUME DISCOUNT: Volume purchasing is available under the Volume Discounts section of the IBM Customer Agreement (ICA). These IBM PS/2 Server 85 systems are included in Category A, Discount Group 1, of the Volume Discount Exhibit -- Workstations and Related I/O (WKSN2). NOTE: The PS/2 Model 85 (9585-0X6, 0XA, and 0XF) systems are available for commitment attainment only, and are not offered for a discount when purchased under a volume commitment to the Volume Discount Exhibit -- Workstations and Related I/O (WKSN2). For further information regarding volume orders, contact your IBM marketing representative. IBM CREDIT CORPORATION FINANCING: Term leases and installment payment plans are available for commercial and state and local government customers. CUSTOMER FULFILLMENT OPTION APPLIES: Yes. WARRANTY PERIOD: System Hardware -- Three years. However, an optional one-year warranty is available via special bid. WARRANTY SERVICE: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR). MAINTENANCE SERVICE: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR). IBM HOURLY SERVICE RATE CLASSIFICATION: One. IBM Warranty Service, Maintenance Service or IBM Hourly Service may be obtained by calling 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). IBM Hourly Service is available at the applicable rate and terms, including element exchange price if applicable. VOLUME MAINTENANCE OPTION: The 9585 is an eligible machine and a qualifying machine under the Volume Maintenance Option* of the ICA. MID-RANGE SYSTEM OPTION: The 9585 is an eligible machine for the Mid-Range System Option* of the ICA. ELIGIBLE DISCOUNT TYPE THREE-YEAR FIVE-YEAR 9585 17% 22% CORPORATE SERVICE OPTION: The 9585 is an eligible machine for the Corporate Service Option* of the ICA. DISCOUNT OPTION THREE-YEAR FIVE-YEAR Network 25% 30% System 17% 22% EXTENDED MAINTENANCE OPTION: The 9585 is eligible machine for the Extended Maintenance Option* of the ICA. CENTRAL FACILITY MAINTENANCE SERVICE OPTION: The 9585 is an eligible machine for Central Facility Maintenance Service Option* of the ICA. A minimum of six machines is required to be at the central facility before requesting maintenance service. The Additional Maintenance Charge Factor is currently 0.5 hours. The terms and conditions are stated in the Attachment for Central Facility Maintenance Service Option. * A revised exhibit will be available at a later date. PRODUCT AVAILABILITY STATUS: New product available. CUSTOMER SETUP: Yes. LICENSED INTERNAL CODE: No. IBM EDUCATION ORDER CENTER: The 9585 is available for ordering through the IBM Education Order Center. Availability through the Education Order Center may not coincide with the product availability dates in other sections of this document. The IBM Education Order Center is the order processing location for selected personal computers and related hardware/software for eligible education end users. Eligible end users are defined as faculty and staff members of qualified kindergarten through twelfth grade educational institutions and students, faculty and staff members of higher educational institutions that have an Education Product Coordinator. NATIONAL EDUCATION PRICE (NEP): A National Education Price is available under the terms and conditions of the National Education Price Exhibit. The NEP price, which represents 25% discount from the single unit purchase price, is not subject to any further discount or allowance. The 9585 is included in the National Education Price Exhibit. CHARGES MODEL/ MACHINE FEATURE PART PURCHASE DESCRIPTION TYPE NUMBER NUMBER PRICE System Unit 9585 0X6 95850X6 $4,165 System Unit 9585 0XA 95850XA 4,550 System Unit 9585 0XF 95850XF 5,295 NOTE: This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commission and is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until the approval of the FCC has been obtained. ANNUAL MINIMUM MAINTENANCE CHARGES: IBM CENTRAL FACILITY ON-SITE MAINTENANCE REPAIR SERVICE (IOR) (CFMS) $830 $789 (CORRECTED ON OCTOBER 29, 1992) Under the Technical Information, Fixed Disk Characteristics section, the data transfer rate line is corrected to 20.1Mb/sec (for 104MB and 212MB) and 16.0Mb/sec (for 400MB).