4 IBM System p5 520 and 520Q Technical Overview and Introduction
Figure 1-1 The deskside model (FC 7184) and acoustic cover (right FC 7185)
The p5-520 or p5-520Q, when configured as a deskside server, is ideal for environments that
require local access to the machine, such as applications that require a native graphics
display. To order a system as a deskside version, FC 7184 or FC 7185 is required. FC 7185 is
designed for quiet operation in office environments. The system is designed to be set up by
the client and, in most cases, does not require the use of any tools. The system includes full
setup instructions.
The GXT135P 2D graphics accelerator with analog and digital interfaces (FC 1980) is
available and is supported for SMS, firmware menus, and other low-level functions, as well as
when AIX 5L or Linux® starts the X11-based graphical user interface. You can use graphical
AIX 5L system tools for configuration management if the adapter is connected to the primary
console, such as the IBM 15-inch, 17-inch, 19-inch, or 20-inch TFT Color Monitor (FC 3641,
FC 3645, FC 3644, and FC 3643).