Justin,
 
I don't think the model is the issue. The issue is, is the machine suitable for 
your needs. For Intel based systems I would go for the following:
 
Intel Xeon 3.0 GHz or better (or equal AMD).
Min. 2GB internal memory (add another 1-2GB if you run ISC on the same system).
Depending on your needs configure diskspace (go for hardware mirrored OS disks 
and TSM DB/LOG disks).
Sufficient slots to fit your adapter needs (SCSI, Fiber, Gigabit).
 
So you see, the model is not the issue, your requirements are.
 
Richard.

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Van: ADSM: Dist Stor Manager namens Justin Case
Verzonden: do 20-4-2006 3:15
Aan: ADSM-L AT VM.MARIST DOT EDU
Onderwerp: [ADSM-L] Dell Server for TSM Server ?



Since we have to test the Dell server with Linux OS for TSM server, I have
listed questions.

What size of the Dell server's are folks deploying 6850 or 2850 ?
How many CPU ?
How much Memory ?

Thanks

Justin Case
Duke University