Cisco Barebone System - Refurbished - Blade - 2 x Processor Support

Discover enterprise-grade performance in a compact, energy-efficient form factor with the Cisco Barebone System for Blade servers. Built around the Cisco UCS B200 M5 blade, this refurbished unit is designed to deliver the right mix of density, versatility and reliability for data centers, IT infrastructures and web-scale deployments. It supports dual processors, making it ideal for virtualization, distributed databases, and multi-tenant environments where space, power and management efficiency matter most. Optimized for Cisco’s Unified Computing System ecosystem, this blade integrates seamlessly into a Cisco UCS chassis, enabling policy-driven automation, simplified lifecycle management and scalable performance as your workloads grow. If you’re upgrading a legacy environment or building a compact, cost-conscious blade-based cluster, this refurbished Cisco blade delivers the core capabilities you need at a compelling total cost of ownership.

• Dense, scalable blade performance: The Cisco UCS B200 M5 blade design delivers robust dual-processor capabilities within a compact blade form factor, ideal for consolidating IT workloads, delivering web infrastructure, and enabling distributed database architectures without sacrificing density. This makes it a strong choice for data centers seeking to maximize compute throughput per rack unit while maintaining flexible I/O and memory configurations.
• Two-socket processor support for virtualization and databases: Engineered to handle demanding workloads, this blade supports two processors and is well-suited for virtualization, multi-VM environments, and database applications. It unlocks efficient resource sharing, faster application response times, and improved consolidation ratios in Cisco UCS deployments.
• Enterprise-class manageability with Cisco UCS Manager: When integrated into a Cisco UCS environment, it benefits from policy-based management, centralized firmware updates, and streamlined lifecycle operations. This enables IT teams to provision, configure, and scale blades with consistent settings, reducing manual tuning and operational risk across the data center.
• Flexible I/O, memory and expansion options: The blade architecture supports a range of mezzanine cards and PCIe adapters, facilitating diverse networking, storage and acceleration options. This flexibility helps tailor the system to specific workloads—whether you’re prioritizing high-speed networking, large memory footprints for virtualization, or fast local caching for databases.
• Refurbished with rigorous testing and reliable performance: This unit has undergone comprehensive refurbishment, including hardware validation, firmware verification and functional testing to meet stringent quality standards. It offers a cost-efficient route to modernize infrastructure while maintaining Cisco-grade reliability and compatibility with existing UCS components.

Technical Details of Cisco Barebone System - Refurbished - Blade - 2 x Processor Support

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How to install Cisco Barebone System - Refurbished - Blade - 2 x Processor Support

Installing a Cisco UCS blade in a compatible chassis is a straightforward process when you follow best practices for rack density, cabling and firmware alignment. Below is a practical, high-level guide to get you from arrival to production-ready operation, designed for IT professionals familiar with Cisco UCS environments.

• Confirm chassis compatibility and prerequisites: Before unboxing, verify that your Cisco UCS chassis supports B200 M5 blades and that you have the appropriate interconnects, power supplies, and management access. Ensure you have a current UCS Manager policy baseline and approved firmware baselines that align with your blade and chassis hardware.
• Prepare the blade and chassis: Power down the chassis if required, remove any blanks or standoffs from the target blade slot, and confirm airflow and wiring paths. Prepare the management interface for the UCS Manager console and ensure you have connectivity to the Fabric Interconnects if applicable.
• Install the blade into the chassis: Carefully slide the blade into the designated slot until it is firmly seated. Engage any locking mechanisms and connect the blade’s mezzanine and PCIe adapters as needed for your intended I/O topology. Double-check that all fans are unobstructed and that cooling paths are clear.
• Connect networking and storage interfaces: Attach the appropriate interconnect cables (for example, Fabric Interconnects or switch fabrics) and configure any required storage or flash/SSD resources in your UCS Manager policy. Ensure redundant paths where your environment requires high availability.
• Power up and configure in UCS Manager: Power on the blade and boot into the UCS Manager console. Apply the approved baseline firmware, set the desired BIOS, memory and PCIe configurations, and attach to the correct service profiles. Validate hardware health, firmware compatibility, and the correct policy enforcement, then deploy virtual machines or workloads as required.
• Validate and monitor: After provisioning, monitor key metrics such as CPU utilization, memory bandwidth, I/O latency and interconnect throughput. Run a quick stress test or a representative workload to confirm stability and performance before entering production.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does refurbished mean for this Cisco Barebone System?

  A: Refurbished means the blade has been professionally cleaned, tested and restored to a like-new functional state. It undergoes validation against performance, reliability and compatibility standards and is typically offered with a limited warranty and service options. This provides a cost-effective path to upgrade or expand a Cisco UCS environment while maintaining the quality you expect from Cisco hardware.

• Q: Is this blade compatible with existing UCS Chassis?

  A: Yes. The Cisco UCS B200 M5 blade is designed to integrate into Cisco UCS B-Series chassis and works with Cisco UCS Manager for centralized control. Compatibility depends on the exact chassis model, interconnects and firmware baselines, so ensure you review the current UCS policy settings and firmware versions when integrating a refurbished blade into your environment.

• Q: What workloads is this blade best suited for?

  A: The two-socket blade is well-suited for virtualization, multi-tenant web applications, database workloads and other enterprise-grade compute tasks that benefit from density, consistency and policy-driven management. It shines in environments where consolidation, scalable performance and predictable service levels are priorities.

• Q: What is included with warranty or support for refurbished blades?

  A: Warranty and support options vary by seller and contract. Typical offerings may include limited hardware warranty, access to firmware updates and optional support packages. Always confirm the exact warranty duration, coverage details and return policies with the seller prior to purchase.

• Q: Do I need special software licenses to operate this blade?

  A: Most functionality is delivered through the UCS Manager and existing Cisco licensing for connected interconnects or software-defined features. The blade itself does not come with operating system licenses; those are obtained separately per the workloads you plan to run (e.g., virtualization platforms, databases, or application stacks).