UCSB-B200-M3-A Cisco UCS B200 M3 w/ Dual 8C 2.7GHz E5-2680 CPU, Dual 300GB HDD, 128GB RAM
UCSB-B200-M3-A Cisco UCS B200 M3 Blade Server with Dual Intel Xeon E5-2680, 128GB RAM, and Dual 300GB HDD
High-Performance Dual-Socket UCS Blade Server Optimized for Virtualization, Datacenter Applications, and Scalable Compute Workloads
The Cisco UCSB-B200-M3-A is a powerful, dual-socket half-width blade server built for high-density data center environments. Equipped with two Intel Xeon E5-2680 8-core processors (16 cores total), 128GB DDR3 ECC memory, and dual 300GB SAS hot-swappable hard drives, this server delivers outstanding performance and scalability for virtualization, cloud computing, and enterprise applications.
Engineered for seamless integration with the Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS), the UCS B200 M3 provides up to 80Gbps of I/O throughput, policy-based management, and energy-efficient power and cooling. With support for major operating systems including VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, Linux, and Windows Server, it’s an ideal platform for private cloud deployments, database workloads, and mission-critical enterprise operations.
Featuring 24 DIMM slots for up to 768GB of memory, optional SSD upgrades, and advanced security features such as Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and Secure Boot, the Cisco UCS B200 M3 ensures reliability, high availability, and future-ready scalability for growing IT infrastructures.
The Cisco UCSB-B200-M3-A offers the perfect balance of compute power, energy efficiency, and scalability, making it a top choice for data centers, cloud platforms, and mission-critical enterprise operations.
Note: This is a custom configuration with dual 8C 2.7GHz E5-2680 CPU, Dual 300GB HDD, and 128GB RAM.
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Product Specifications – Cisco UCSB-B200-M3-A Blade Server
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | Cisco UCSB-B200-M3-A |
| Description | High-performance dual-socket half-width blade server designed for Cisco UCS 5100 Series Chassis. Features 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2680 8-core processors, 128GB DDR3 RAM, and 2 x 300GB SAS HDDs, ideal for virtualization, enterprise applications, and cloud deployments. |
| Processors (CPU) | - 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2680 (8 cores each, 16 cores total) - Clock Speed: 2.7 GHz - 20 MB Smart Cache per CPU - Supports Intel Hyper-Threading and Turbo Boost Technology |
| Memory (RAM) | - Total Installed: 128GB DDR3 Registered ECC - DIMM Slots: Up to 24 per server - Maximum Supported: 768GB (using 32GB DIMMs) - High memory bandwidth optimized for low-latency, high-throughput workloads |
| Storage | - 2 x 300GB SAS 2.5” HDDs (Hot-swappable) - RAID Support: RAID 0/1 via onboard controller - Optional support for SSDs and larger capacity HDDs - Integrated Cisco UCS storage controller for flexible configurations |
| I/O & Expansion | - 2 Mezzanine Adapter Slots (for Cisco VIC or third-party adapters) - Supports Cisco VIC 1240/1280 or 3rd-party 10GbE/FC adapters - Up to 80Gbps I/O throughput per blade (depending on configuration) |
| Chassis Compatibility | - Fits Cisco UCS 5108 Blade Server Chassis - Managed by Cisco UCS 6200/6300/6400 Series Fabric Interconnects - Fully integrated with Cisco UCS Manager for unified policy-based management |
| Management & Monitoring | - Centralized management via Cisco UCS Manager - Supports auto-discovery and rapid deployment - Policy-based configuration for firmware, BIOS, and hardware profiles - Advanced monitoring and alerts for CPU, memory, and storage health |
| Power & Cooling | - Power supplied by shared UCS chassis PSU - Designed for power efficiency in datacenter environments - Intelligent thermal sensors and dynamic cooling management |
| Form Factor & Dimensions | - Half-width blade server (two blades fit side-by-side in a single chassis slot) - Height: Occupies 1 server slot in UCS 5100 chassis - Tool-less access for easy maintenance and upgrades |
| Software & OS Compatibility | - Supports major virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Citrix XenServer - Compatible with Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) and Windows Server operating systems - Cisco UCS service profiles allow for stateless deployment |
| Security Features | - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) support - Secure Boot and firmware verification - Hardware-level encryption and BIOS-level protection |
| Networking | - Supports 10GbE/40GbE network connectivity (via VIC adapters) - Integration with Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnects for unified network management |
| Typical Applications | Virtualization, private/public cloud deployments, enterprise applications, database workloads, VDI, and high-performance computing (HPC) |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Compliance & Standards | ENERGY STAR certified, RoHS compliant, NEBS Level 3 compliant (depending on configuration) |
This Cisco UCSB-B200-M3-A Blade Server combines powerful compute performance, flexible storage options, and advanced management capabilities—making it an excellent choice for datacenters, cloud infrastructure, and mission-critical enterprise workloads.
FAQs for UCSB-B200-M3-A:
Can the UCS B200 M3 be upgraded to support more RAM and storage?
Yes, it supports up to 768GB of RAM using 32GB DIMMs and can be upgraded to larger SAS or SSD drives depending on your storage needs.
Is this blade server compatible with VMware and other hypervisors?
Absolutely. The B200 M3 is fully compatible with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer, and major Linux distributions.
Does this server support 10GbE connectivity?
Yes, through optional VIC adapters, it supports up to 80Gbps of I/O throughput with 10GbE and Fibre Channel capabilities.
What chassis do I need to use the B200 M3?
You need the Cisco UCS 5108 Blade Server Chassis, managed via UCS Fabric Interconnects like the 6200, 6300, or 6400 Series.
Is the B200 M3 suitable for running enterprise databases or virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)?
Yes, with its dual high-core CPUs and large memory capacity, it is well-suited for compute-intensive tasks like databases, VDI, and large-scale virtualization.
