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Model Numbers
Network Server 700
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Network Server 700
Release Date
1996.02
Discontinued
1997.04
OS Support
AIX 4.1.4→AIX 4.1.5
Color
1-Core PowerPC
PowerPC 604 or 604e
RAM:
NoneUp to 512 MB
Storage:
1.0 GB, 4.0 GB or 2x4.0 GB
Ethernet：
1 AAUI-15
ADB：
1
Serial port：
2 DB-25
SCSI：
1 DB-25
Video port：
1 HDI-15
Audio input：
1 3.5 mm analog input
Audio output：
1 3.5 mm analog output
Audio input：1 3.5 mm analog input
Audio output：1 3.5 mm analog output
Firmware Support: Open Firmware
Drive Interface: SCSI-2
System Bus: 50 MHz
Memory Slots: 8 168-pin DIMMs (installed in pairs)
Memory Speed: 60 ns (minimum)
Expansion Slots: 6 PCI
Internal Bays: Seven half-height or three full-height 5.25" drive bays for SCSI devices
Media Drives: 8x CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy drive, optional DDS-2 DAT drive
Backup Battery: 3.6 V Lithium battery
Line Voltage: 100V-240V AC
Power Consumption: 425 W (max continuous power)
Height: 62.2cm
Width: 41.9cm
Thickness: 45.72cm
Weight: 38 - 41 kg
The Network Server 700 was built on the PowerPC architecture and ran IBM's AIX operating system, designed specifically for corporate networking environments. Introduced in February 1996, it offered 150 MHz or 200 MHz PowerPC 604/604e processor options. With no built-in memory, it supported up to 512 MB via eight 168-pin DIMM slots with memory interleaving support. Storage configurations ranged from 1.0 GB to 2x4.0 GB, featuring an 8x CD-ROM drive and optional DDS-2 DAT backup. It was equipped with six PCI expansion slots and an LCD system status display. Discontinued in April 1997.
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Network Server 500
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Network Server 500
Release Date
1996.02
Discontinued
1997.04
OS Support
AIX 4.1.4→AIX 4.1.5
Color
1-Core PowerPC
PowerPC 604
RAM:
NoneUp to 512 MB
Storage:
1.0 GB, 2.0 GB, 4.0 GB or 9.0 GB
Ethernet：
1 AAUI-15
ADB：
1
Serial port：
2 DB-25
SCSI：
1 DB-25
Video port：
1 HDI-15
Audio input：
1 3.5 mm analog input
Audio output：
1 3.5 mm analog output
Audio input：1 3.5 mm analog input
Audio output：1 3.5 mm analog output
Firmware Support: Open Firmware
Drive Interface: SCSI-2
System Bus: 44 MHz
Memory Slots: 8 168-pin DIMMs (installed in pairs)
Memory Speed: 60 ns (minimum)
Expansion Slots: 6 PCI
Internal Bays: Seven half-height or three full-height 5.25" drive bays for SCSI devices
Media Drives: 4x CD-ROM, 1.44 MB floppy drive, optional DDS-2 DAT drive
Backup Battery: 3.6 V Lithium battery
Line Voltage: 100V-240V AC
Power Consumption: 325 W (max continuous power)
Height: 62.2cm
Width: 41.9cm
Thickness: 45.72cm
Weight: 38 - 41 kg
The Network Server 500 was built on the PowerPC architecture and ran IBM's AIX operating system, designed specifically for corporate networking environments. Introduced in February 1996, it was powered by a 132 MHz PowerPC 604 processor. With no built-in memory, it supported up to 512 MB via eight 168-pin DIMM slots with memory interleaving support. Storage configurations ranged from 1.0 GB to 9.0 GB, featuring a 4x CD-ROM drive and optional DDS-2 DAT backup. It was equipped with six PCI expansion slots and an LCD system status display. Discontinued in April 1997.
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