Cisco B200 M5 Blade Server — 2 x Intel Xeon Silver 4114 2.20 GHz, 96 GB RAM, Serial ATA, 12Gb/s SAS Controller

Delivering performance, versatility and density without compromise, the Cisco UCS B200 M5 Blade Server is purpose-built for today's dynamic data centers. This enterprise-class blade combines two powerful Intel Xeon Silver 4114 processors at 2.20 GHz with ample memory and flexible I/O to address a broad spectrum of workloads—ranging from IT and web infrastructure to distributed databases and virtualization environments. Engineered to fit seamlessly into Cisco’s Unified Computing System, the B200 M5 delivers dense compute, consistent performance, and simplified management, enabling IT teams to scale with confidence while reducing operational overhead. Whether you are consolidating workloads, accelerating virtual machines, or delivering high-availability services in a compact form factor, the B200 M5 is designed to maximize efficiency and reliability in every rack unit.

• Powerful dual‑processor performance: Featuring 2 x Intel Xeon Silver 4114 CPUs at 2.20 GHz, the B200 M5 provides strong, multi‑threaded performance for virtualization, middleware, and data‑intensive applications. The combination of cores, threads, and optimized cache architecture makes it well suited for rapidly scaling workloads in a blade environment.
• Substantial memory capacity for modern workloads: With 96 GB of RAM, this blade supports large virtualized deployments, in‑memory databases, and extensive caching layers, enabling faster response times and smoother operation under peak demand while keeping density high in the chassis.
• Flexible storage I/O with a 12 Gb/s SAS controller: Serial ATA interfaces paired with a 12 Gb/s SAS controller enable scalable storage configurations, reliable data throughput, and streamlined data access for databases, file services, and enterprise applications within the UCS framework.
• Cisco UCS integration for unified management: The B200 M5 is designed to work hand‑in‑hand with Cisco UCS Manager, policy‑driven service profiles, and Cisco’s centralized management approach. This integration reduces provisioning time, ensures consistent configuration across blades, and lowers the total cost of ownership in a virtualized data center.
• Enterprise‑grade reliability and dense deployment: Engineered for data‑center resilience, the blade emphasizes manageability, policy consistency, and scalable growth within the Cisco UCS ecosystem. It enables IT teams to deploy, monitor, and upgrade blades efficiently while preserving performance per rack unit.

Technical Details of Cisco B200 M5 Blade Server

• Processors: 2 x Intel Xeon Silver 4114, 2.20 GHz
• Memory: 96 GB RAM
• Storage Controller: Serial ATA with 12 Gb/s SAS controller
• Form Factor: Blade server designed for Cisco UCS chassis
• Management: Integrated with Cisco UCS Manager for policy‑driven provisioning and centralized control

How to install Cisco B200 M5 Blade Server

Installing the Cisco B200 M5 in a compatible UCS chassis follows a straightforward, repeatable process designed for rapid deployment and consistent results. Start by confirming chassis compatibility and ensuring power, cooling, and networking prerequisites are in place. Power down the chassis if needed, then carefully slide the blade into an available blade slot, ensuring connectors engage fully. Connect the management network and any required I/O paths, then power the blade on. Use Cisco UCS Manager to assign a service profile that defines BIOS settings, firmware levels, storage policy, and network attachments. After the blade boots, perform firmware and driver updates to the latest recommended versions, apply security patches as appropriate, and validate connectivity to management and storage resources. Finally, install the operating system through your preferred image deployment method and align it with the defined service profile for consistent performance and compliance across your data center fleet.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What workloads is the Cisco B200 M5 Blade Server best suited for?

  A: It excels in IT and web infrastructure, virtualization, and distributed database environments, delivering reliable performance in a compact blade form factor within the Cisco UCS ecosystem.

• Q: How much memory does it include?

  A: 96 GB of RAM to support virtualization, caching, and in‑memory data workloads, with room for future expansion within supported UCS configurations.

• Q: What storage and I/O options are available?

  A: It features Serial ATA interfaces with a 12 Gb/s SAS controller, enabling flexible storage configurations and efficient data transfer for enterprise applications in blade deployments.

• Q: Is this blade compatible with Cisco UCS Manager?

  A: Yes. The B200 M5 is designed for seamless integration with Cisco UCS Manager, allowing policy‑driven provisioning, service profile management, and unified orchestration across your blade servers.

• Q: What makes the B200 M5 stand out in a modern data center?

  A: It merges dual high‑performance processors, a substantial memory footprint, and tight Cisco UCS integration to deliver dense compute, predictable performance, and simplified operations—especially valuable for virtualization, databases, and scalable web services.