Cisco UCS C890 M5 Rack Server
The Cisco UCS C890 M5 Rack Server is a high-density 7RU rack server engineered for memory-intensive and mission-critical workloads. Built on Cisco's unified computing platform, this enterprise-grade server delivers exceptional performance for virtualization, in-memory databases, and large-scale data analytics. With support for up to eight 2nd Gen Intel Xeon processors and 96 DIMM slots, the C890 M5 provides the memory capacity and processing power required for demanding enterprise applications. Organizations running SAP HANA, Oracle databases, and real-time analytics benefit from its massive memory configurations—up to 24 TB of DDR4 or 36 TB combined with Intel Optane DC persistent memory.
Key Features
- High-density 7RU form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- Supports up to 8 x 2nd Gen Intel Xeon processors for maximum compute performance
- 96 DIMM slots enabling up to 24 TB DDR4 or 36 TB combined memory configurations
- Intel Optane DC persistent memory support for ultra-fast data access
- Part of Cisco UCS C-Series unified computing portfolio
- Mission-critical reliability with redundant power and cooling
- Optimized for memory-intensive workloads including in-memory databases and analytics
- Enterprise-grade management and monitoring capabilities
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
C890-M5-PCH-BOARD |
| Product Series |
Cisco UCS C-Series |
| Form Factor |
7RU Rack Server |
| Processor Support |
Up to 8 x 2nd Gen Intel Xeon Processors |
| Memory Slots |
96 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory (DDR4) |
24 TB |
| Maximum Memory (Combined) |
36 TB (DDR4 + Intel Optane DC) |
| Memory Technology |
DDR4 and Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory |
| Platform |
Unified Computing System |
Frequently Asked Questions
What workloads is the Cisco UCS C890 M5 best suited for?
The C890 M5 excels in memory-intensive and mission-critical applications including SAP HANA deployments, Oracle Real Application Clusters, in-memory analytics platforms, and large-scale virtualization environments. Its 96 DIMM slots and support for up to 36 TB of memory make it ideal for organizations requiring massive memory capacity.
How much memory can the Cisco UCS C890 M5 support?
This rack server supports up to 24 TB of DDR4 memory or up to 36 TB when combining DDR4 with Intel Optane DC persistent memory, providing exceptional flexibility for demanding enterprise applications.
Is the Cisco UCS C890 M5 still available for purchase?
While the C890 M5 is no longer sold as a new product, it remains fully supported through Cisco's published end-of-support lifecycle. Organizations can still source refurbished units through authorized partners like Tecisoft for cost-effective enterprise deployments.
What are the key advantages of the 7RU form factor?
The 7RU design provides high-density server deployment, allowing data centers to maximize computing power within limited rack space while maintaining proper cooling and power distribution for mission-critical operations.
