Hardware overview, Type of computing system, The system cabinet – Unisys NX5820 User Manual

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Hardware Overview

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Hardware Overview

Type of Computing System

The ClearPath NX5820 and NX5820 K Server is a general-purpose, medium-to-high-
performance system running under Level Delta compatible MCP.

The System Cabinet

The system cabinet includes:

A central equipment complex (CEC) section

An expansion section for additional servers, consoles, and peripherals

The SVGA monitor with keyboard and mouse are placed on a table or other surface near
the system cabinet. Figure 1–1 provides a conceptual view of the ClearPath Enterprise
Server

NX5820 and NX5820 K with VX1505-based servers.

Central Equipment Complex (CEC) Section

The Central Equipment Complex section:

Houses the modules comprising the central processor system—one or two domains

Includes the following resources:

From one to ten processor modules (PMs) depending on model

From one to six memory storage units (MSUs) depending on model and options

One or two Input/Output Modules, one per domain, depending on model and
options.

Common logic, including maintenance subsystem, and master clock

Separate power subsystem in each domain

Shared cooling for both domains

No servers are located in the CEC section.

Up to two Automatic Power Control (APC)s depending on configuration.

Up to two Maintenance LAN Hubs, unlimited switching (Public) Hubs, and two Apex
Selector ST switches depending on configuration.

Figure 1–2 shows PCAs located for the CEC for the ClearPath Enterprise Server NX5820.

Figure 1–3 shows PCAs located for the CEC for the ClearPath Enterprise Server NX5820
K.

Figure 1–4 through Figure 1–6 show block diagrams of the ClearPath Enterprise Server
NX5820 and NX5820 K in various configurations of domains, switching hubs, servers, and
consoles.

Refer to Section 2 for information on specific models.

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