Cisco UCS-SP-PERF-B200M3 B200 M3 with 2xe5-2680 256g Vic 1240

Overview
The Cisco UCS B200 M3 server (model UCS-SP-PERF-B200M3) delivers enterprise class performance in a compact 2U form factor. Equipped with dual Intel Xeon E5-2680 processors, 256 GB of high-speed memory, and a Cisco VIC 1240 virtual interface card, this system is engineered for demanding virtualized workloads, database acceleration, and high-performance computing environments. Its modular design and integrated management tools simplify deployment, scaling, and ongoing maintenance.

Key Features

• Dual Intel Xeon E5-2680 CPUs delivering up to 20 cores per socket for massive parallel processing
• 256 GB DDR3 memory supporting up to 12 DIMM slots for flexible capacity planning
• Cisco VIC 1240 adapter providing up to 4 x 10 GbE or 2 x 40 GbE connectivity with advanced virtualization support
• Integrated Cisco UCS Manager for unified, policy-driven administration across compute, network and storage resources
• Redundant hot-swap power supplies and fans for high availability and minimal downtime
• Compact 2U rack footprint that maximizes data center space efficiency

Technical Specifications

• Processor: 2 x Intel Xeon E5-2680, 2.7 GHz, 8 cores each, 20 MB cache
• Memory: 256 GB DDR3, 1333 MHz, up to 12 DIMM slots
• Storage: Supports up to 8 hot-swap SAS/SATA drives, optional NVMe configurations
• Network: Cisco VIC 1240, up to 4 x 10 GbE or 2 x 40 GbE ports, PCIe 3.0 x8
• Expansion: 2 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, 1 PCIe 3.0 x8 slot
• Power: Dual redundant 750 W hot-swap power supplies
• Management: Cisco UCS Manager, integrated KVM, remote console access
• Dimensions: 2U height, 17.5 in width, 27 in depth
• Operating Temperature: 10 to 35 degrees Celsius

Typical Applications
The B200 M3 is ideal for:

• Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) where dense user sessions require reliable CPU and memory resources
• Database servers such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL that benefit from high core counts and fast I/O
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters handling scientific simulations, financial modeling, and AI training workloads
• Enterprise applications including ERP, CRM, and middleware platforms that demand consistent performance and uptime
• Converged infrastructure deployments where compute, networking, and storage are managed through a single unified interface

By combining powerful processing, ample memory, and flexible networking, the Cisco UCS B200 M3 provides a robust foundation for modern data center workloads while simplifying operations and reducing total cost of ownership.