Verdict
With computing power to burn, the PowerEdge 1950 is ideal where high performance is required, such as clustering and Web front end duties. However, the ramped format does make life more difficult when it comes to database hosting and other back-end deployments... Read Full Review.
Pros
- Dual-core (Woodcrest) Xeon processors
- Upgradable to quad core
- Good choice of SATA or 2.5in. SAS disks
- Integrated TCP offload engine
Cons
- 1U format limits expandability
Key Specs
| Processor manufacturer: | Intel |
|---|---|
| Processor model: | Xeon 5140 |
| Clock speed: | 2.33 GHz |
| Number of processors installed: | 2 |
| RAM installed: | 4096 MB |
| Hard drive size: | 4 x 73 GB |
| Graphics processor: | integrated ATI RN50 controller |
| Graphics RAM: | 16 MB |
| Case form factor: | 1U rack mount |
| Dimensions (W x H x D): | 48.26x4.29x76.2 cm |
| Weight: | 16.3 kg |
| Operating system: | Windows Server 2003, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 ES or SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 |
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