Oracle's Sun Fire X4800 M2 server stands as the pinnacle of power and scalability within Oracle's x86 server lineup, catering to a myriad of enterprise computing needs. Its robust architecture makes it an ideal platform for in-memory databases, memory-intensive applications, server consolidation, and technical computing workloads.
With its compact and modular 5 rack unit (RU) design, the X4800 M2 redefines the enterprise x86 market by delivering superior performance, exceptional I/O expandability, and unparalleled reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features. Powered by two or four CPU modules, each equipped with Intel Xeon processor E7-8800 family CPUs and 32 memory slots, this server offers extreme compute density.
Compared to its predecessor, it doubles low voltage memory to up to 2 TB and internal storage to 4.8 TB while reducing power consumption. Additionally, with up to eight hot-swappable PCIe 2.0 ExpressModules (EMs) and Network Express Modules, the X4800 M2 provides massive I/O capabilities, making it an ideal choice for virtualization and other I/O-intensive applications, while virtually eliminating downtime for upgrades and maintenance.
The Sun Fire X4800 M2 server and the Sun Server X4-8 share significant similarities, positioning them as powerful options within Oracle's server offerings. Both systems are designed to deliver exceptional performance and scalability, catering to the demanding needs of enterprise computing environments.
With advanced reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features, they ensure high levels of system uptime and reliability. Furthermore, both servers provide extensive I/O capabilities, offering flexibility and choice in network connections to support various networking needs. Whether for large-scale enterprise deployments or high-performance computing clusters, the Sun Fire X4800 M2 and the Sun Server X4-8 offer reliable solutions tailored to meet the demanding needs of modern data centers.
