Cisco 6000 1U Rack-mountable Server — Dual Xeon E5-2609, 32GB RAM, 2TB HDD

The Cisco 6000 1U Rack-mountable Server is engineered for performance and reliability in compact data-center spaces. Designed to handle demanding workloads—from virtualization and databases to collaboration platforms—the Cisco 6000 delivers solid multi-core processing power, scalable memory, and flexible storage in a compact 1U chassis. With two Intel Xeon E5-2609 processors at 2.40 GHz, this server offers robust throughput for enterprise applications, while the 32 GB of RAM ensures smooth multitasking and responsive performance under load. The 2 TB of HDD storage, configured as four 500 GB drives, provides ample space for operating systems, applications, and data with room to grow. The 6 Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 controller deliver dependable data transfer speeds and flexible storage options, making this server a reliable cornerstone for mid-sized data centers, remote offices, or growing IT environments. Whether you’re consolidating workloads, supporting a virtualized environment, or running a high-availability collaboration system, the Cisco 6000 is built to simplify management, enhance security, and accelerate data access across your network.

• The Cisco 6000 1U server is built to deliver scalable, enterprise-grade performance with dual Intel Xeon E5-2609 processors at 2.40 GHz, enabling efficient multitasking, virtualization, and compute-intensive workloads in a compact 1U form factor.
• With 32 GB of RAM, this server provides ample memory headroom for virtualization hosts, database caching, and memory-intensive applications, helping deliver faster response times and smoother operation under peak loads.
• Storage capacity is a full 2 TB HDD aligned in a four-disk configuration (4 x 500 GB), offering ample room for operating systems, applications, and data. The 6 Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 controller support flexible storage options and reliable data throughput.
• The 1U rack-mountable design makes deployment in standard data-center racks straightforward, optimizing space, cooling, and cable management while enabling easy access for maintenance and expansion as your compute needs grow.
• Designed with reliability and manageability in mind, the Cisco 6000 supports enterprise-grade management features and remote administration options, helping IT teams monitor, configure, and optimize performance from a centralized console.

Technical Details of Cisco 6000 1U Rack-mountable Server

• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis
• Processors: 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2609 2.40 GHz
• Memory: 32 GB RAM
• Storage: 2 TB HDD total capacity (4 x 500 GB drives)
• Storage controller: 6 Gb/s SAS, Serial ATA/600

How to Install Cisco 6000 1U Rack-mountable Server

• Prepare the installation site: verify rack availability, ensure proper grounding, and confirm cooling and power requirements align with the data center environment.
• Install the server into a 19-inch rack using the provided rails or mounting kit, then secure the chassis to prevent movement during operation.
• Connect power and data cables: attach the power supply cables and connect SAS/SATA data cables to the appropriate backplane or controller, ensuring tidy cable routing for airflow.
• Power on and configure the system: enter the BIOS/UEFI setup to verify CPU recognition, memory configuration, and firmware levels. Set up RAID or drive groups as needed for your operating system and data strategy.
• Install and configure the operating system: install your chosen OS and drivers, apply security patches, and configure system management tools for monitoring and remote administration.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Can this server run virtualization environments?
• A: Yes. With dual Xeon E5-2609 processors and 32 GB of RAM, the Cisco 6000 is suitable for virtualization workloads when paired with an appropriate hypervisor and storage configuration.
• Q: What is the memory capacity?
• A: The server includes 32 GB of RAM, providing solid multitasking and virtualization performance for mid-range workloads.
• Q: What storage options does it support?
• A: It ships with 2 TB of HDD capacity in a 4 x 500 GB configuration, managed via a 6 Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 controller, with room to expand depending on chassis and backplane configuration.
• Q: Is this server suitable for remote management?
• A: The design emphasizes manageability and remote administration capabilities, enabling IT teams to monitor and configure the system from centralized management tools, depending on the installed management interface and software.