The IBM® System x3250 M5 single-socket 1U rack server is designed for small businesses and first-time server buyers looking for a solution to improve business efficiency. It delivers several IBM innovative features in a compact 1U form factor with a competitive price. The IBM System x3250 M5 provides next-generation performance in an innovative and compact design with flexible configuration options, built-in security, and systems management capabilities, as described in the IBM Redbooks® Product Guide. It leverages the next-generation quad-core Intel Xeon processor E3-1200 v3 product family technology.