eServer p5

Features:

IBM's eServer p5, is an advanced line of UNIX and Linux servers using 64-bit POWER5 microprocessors and Micro-Partitioning. These systems use from 2 to 16 POWER5 microprocessors. Virtualization helps manage microprocessors, memory, I/O devices and storage, thus permitting near instantaneous matching of workload to resources allocated without the waste of common resources in the 'one server / one application' model of computing.

IBM eServer p5 systems allow for server consolidation and mixed workloads on a single system by giving businesses the capability to run multiple different operating systems like AIX, Linux, etc, simultaneously. These systems are the first UNIX systems to enable clients to run multiple (up to ten) virtual servers or Micro-Partitions on a single microprocessor letting it do the work traditionally done by many.

The new AIX 5L v5.3 operating system also enables clients to reduce costs taking advantage of mainframe inspired characteristics in reliability, scalability and business continuity.