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IBM announces breakthrough x86 innovation -- eX5
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This week, IBM announced a game-changing portfolio of System x and BladeCenter offerings based on the fifth generation of Enterprise X-Architecture: eX5. Representing IBM's continuing investment in creating differentiated x86-based architectures, eX5 is designed to take x86 systems to an entirely new level -- enabling clients to tackle their toughest challenges and participate in smarter planet opportunities.
The new IBM eX5 portfolio delivers quantifiable, differentiated value over previous generations of x86 solutions:
Up to 6X the memory capacity based on current server technology
10X reduction in energy for enterprise configurations than solutions relying on conventional HDDs
3.8X more virtual machines based on current server technology
Minimizes VMware licensing - half the license cost to support the same number of virtual machines
34% management cost savings with IBM Systems Director 6.1
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