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Cisco UCS-S3260-M5SRB Barebone System - 4U Rack-mountable - Dual Processor Support - 56 x 3. 5" Bays - 14x DDR4-2666 Slots - 40GbE
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The UCS S3260 M5 platform supports dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors from the Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze families, enabling 64-bit processing for demanding enterprise applications. Memory architecture includes 14 slots for DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 SDRAM, providing substantial capacity for memory-intensive workloads.
Storage connectivity is handled by a 12Gb/s SAS controller with RAID support, ensuring high-speed data transfer and redundancy for the 56x 3.5" drive bays. Networking capabilities include both 40 Gigabit Ethernet for high-bandwidth connections and Gigabit Ethernet for standard network integration.
Relevant factors for this section include Number of Nodes, Number of Processors Supported, Processor Supported, Memory Technology. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This barebone system offers exceptional storage density and expansion flexibility in a single 4U chassis. The combination of 56 drive bays with 12Gb/s SAS connectivity creates a platform capable of handling petabytes of data with enterprise-grade performance and reliability.
High-Density Storage Platform
With 56x 3.5" bays, this system provides massive storage capacity in a compact 4U footprint, ideal for building storage servers or hyper-converged infrastructure.
- 56 drive bays in 4U space
- 12Gb/s SAS performance
- RAID support for data protection
Dual-Processor Scalability
Support for dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors enables substantial compute power that can scale with workload demands and processor generations.
- Two processor sockets
- Xeon Platinum/Gold/Silver/Bronze support
- 64-bit architecture
Enterprise Networking Ready
40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity ensures the system can handle high-bandwidth data transfers and network-intensive applications without bottlenecks.
- 40GbE for high-throughput
- Gigabit Ethernet for management
- Low-latency data transfer
Deployment / Use Cases
The UCS S3260 M5 Barebone System serves as a versatile foundation for multiple enterprise deployment scenarios. Its high storage density makes it particularly suitable for storage server builds, where organizations need to consolidate large amounts of data in a rack-optimized form factor.
Virtualization environments benefit from the dual-processor support and substantial memory capacity, allowing the system to host multiple virtual machines or containers. The platform also works well for backup and archive solutions, media storage servers, and compute nodes in scale-out architectures where storage and processing power must coexist efficiently.
Storage Server Builds
Ideal for creating dedicated storage servers with massive capacity for file serving, backup targets, or archival systems.
- 56-bay storage density
- 12Gb/s SAS performance
- RAID-protected storage
Virtualization Host Platform
Supports virtualization workloads with dual Xeon processors and extensive memory capacity for running multiple VMs efficiently.
- Dual-processor compute
- 14 memory slots
- 40GbE for VM traffic
Physical Profile
The 4U rack-mountable chassis measures 6.88 inches in height, 17.46 inches in width, and 32 inches in depth, fitting standard 19-inch server racks. With an approximate weight of 195 pounds when fully configured, the system requires proper rack mounting and consideration of weight distribution in data center environments. The rack-mountable design facilitates organized deployment in server rooms and data centers while providing front access to drive bays for maintenance.
- Width
- 17.46" (443.48 mm)
- Depth
- 32" (812.80 mm)
- Height
- 4U
- Weight
- 195 lb (88450.51 g)
Highlights
- 4U rack-mountable chassis for standard server rack deployment
- Supports dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors (Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze)
- 56x 3.5" drive bays for high-density storage capacity
- 14x DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 memory slots for substantial RAM configurations
- 12Gb/s SAS controller with RAID support for fast, protected storage
- 40 Gigabit Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet networking options
- 2x PCI Express x8 expansion slots for additional connectivity or acceleration
- 120V/230V AC power input compatibility
- 3-year limited warranty from Cisco
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | UCS-S3260-M5SRB |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Series | S3260 M5 |
| Product Name | UCS S3260 M5 Barebone System |
| Product Type | Barebone System |
| Processor | |
| Number of Nodes | 2 |
| Number of Processors Supported | 2 |
| Processor Supported | Xeon Platinum,Xeon Gold,Xeon Silver,Xeon Bronze |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Memory | |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Standard | DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 |
| Total Number of Memory Slots | 14 |
| Controllers | |
| Controller Type | 12Gb/s SAS |
| RAID Supported | Yes |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | 40 Gigabit Ethernet,Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of 3.5" Bays | 56 |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 2 |
| Number of PCI Express x8 Slots | 2 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 2 |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 4U |
| Height | 6.88" (174.75 mm) |
| Width | 17.46" (443.48 mm) |
| Depth | 32" (812.80 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 195 lb (88450.51 g) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3 Year |
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this barebone system?
The Cisco UCS S3260 M5 supports dual Intel Xeon Scalable processors from the Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze families. This includes multiple performance tiers within the Xeon Scalable processor lineup, allowing you to choose processors that match your compute requirements and budget. The system requires you to purchase and install the processors separately as this is a barebone configuration.
How much storage capacity can this system support?
With 56x 3.5" drive bays, this barebone system can support substantial storage capacity depending on the drives you install. Using typical enterprise 3.5" hard drives ranging from 4TB to 18TB each, the total raw capacity could reach from 224TB to over 1PB. The 12Gb/s SAS controller ensures high-speed data transfer to all drives, and RAID support enables data protection through various RAID levels.
What type of memory does this system use and how much can it support?
This system uses DDR4 SDRAM with a speed of DDR4-2666 (PC4-21300). It has 14 memory slots, allowing for significant memory configurations. The maximum supported memory depends on the capacity of the individual DDR4 modules you install. With 128GB modules, the system could support up to 1.79TB of RAM, though actual maximums should be verified against the specific processor and memory compatibility guidelines.
What networking capabilities does this barebone system include?
The system includes both 40 Gigabit Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet networking capabilities. The 40GbE ports provide high-bandwidth connectivity for data-intensive applications, storage traffic, or network virtualization, while the Gigabit Ethernet ports serve management traffic or standard network connections. This dual-speed approach ensures the system can handle both high-throughput workloads and everyday network communication efficiently.
Is this system RAID capable and what type of controller does it use?
Yes, this barebone system includes a 12Gb/s SAS controller with RAID support. The 12Gb/s SAS interface provides fast data transfer speeds to connected drives, while the RAID functionality enables various RAID levels for data protection and performance optimization. You can configure RAID arrays across the 56 drive bays to create redundant storage pools suitable for enterprise applications.
What is included in the warranty coverage for this product?
Cisco provides a 3-year limited warranty for this UCS S3260 M5 Barebone System. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. For complete warranty terms and conditions, including service options and support details, refer to Cisco's official warranty documentation or contact their support team directly with your specific requirements.
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