Cisco UCS C210 M2 R210-2121605W Rack-Mount Server High-Density 2U Storage-Optimized Server for Enterprise Applications The Cisco UCS C210 M2 Rack Server (R210-2121605W) is a high-density, enterprise-class 2RU server engineered to deliver exceptional storage capacity, performance, and reliability for data-intensive workloads. Designed to support up to two Intel® Xeon® 5500 or 5600 series processors, this powerful rack server provides the compute strength required for virtualization, database management, and large-scale storage environments. Built with Cisco’s Unified Computing System (UCS) architecture, the C210 M2 offers centralized management, improved operational efficiency, and reduced total cost of ownership. With support for up to 16 hot-swappable 2.5-inch drives, the system is optimized for storage-heavy applications such as media streaming, data warehousing, and backup repositories. The server supports up to 192GB DDR3 ECC memory, ensuring data integrity and stability for mission-critical operations. Integrated RAID options and flexible PCIe expansion slots enable enhanced performance, data protection, and scalability to meet evolving enterprise requirements. Featuring dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, redundant power supplies, and advanced remote management via Cisco Integrated Management Controller (IMC), the Cisco UCS C210 M2 ensures maximum uptime and simplified administration. Its energy-efficient design and intelligent cooling further enhance operational reliability in demanding data center environments. Ideal for enterprises seeking a reliable and scalable rack server, the Cisco UCS C210 M2 delivers the performance, storage density, and manageability needed to support modern business infrastructure. Product Specifications – Cisco UCS C210 M2 Rack Server (R210-2121605W)CLICK HERE FOR DATA SHEET Specification Category Details Product Name Cisco UCS C210 M2 Rack Server Model Number R210-2121605W Manufacturer Cisco Systems Form Factor 2-Rack Unit (2RU) Rack-Mount Server Server Type Two-socket enterprise rack server Processor Support Up to 2 × Intel Xeon 5500 or 5600 Series processors Chipset Intel 5520 chipset Memory Slots 12 DIMM slots Memory Type DDR3 ECC Registered DIMMs Maximum Memory Up to 192 GB Memory Speeds Supported 800 / 1066 / 1333 MHz (CPU dependent) Storage Bays Up to 16 × 2.5-inch SFF SAS/SATA/SSD drives Drive Interface SAS 6Gb/s, SATA Hot-Swappable Drives Yes RAID Support Integrated RAID support; optional RAID controller supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 RAID Controller Options Cisco UCS RAID 9266CV, 9266-8i, or equivalent PCIe Expansion Slots 5 PCIe Gen 2 slots (2 full-height/full-length, 3 half-height/half-length) Network Interfaces 2 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports Management Interface Cisco Integrated Management Controller (IMC) via Emulex Pilot 2 Remote Management KVM over IP, virtual media, power monitoring & control Power Supplies Redundant hot-swappable power supplies Power Efficiency High-efficiency power design with intelligent fan control Cooling Redundant hot-swappable fan modules Chassis Design Front-access drives for easy maintenance Operating Systems Supported Windows Server, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi UCS Integration Standalone mode or integration with Cisco UCS Manager Security Features Secure management access, role-based administration Energy Efficiency Optimizes power consumption and cooling costs Reliability Features ECC memory, redundant PSU & fans, RAID data protection Ideal Workloads Data warehousing, media streaming, virtualization, database management, storage-intensive applications We offer free FedEx Ground shipping to all our customers in the continental US. If you need more information on expedited or international shipping please see our Shipping & Returns page or ask us directly via phone, email or using our Contact Form page. FAQs: Q1. What is the maximum memory capacity of the C210 M2? The server supports up to 192 GB of DDR3 memory using 16 GB DIMMs across its 12 memory slots. Q2. Does this server support the newer Intel Xeon Scalable processors? No. The C210 M2 is an older generation server limited to the Intel Xeon 5500 and 5600 series processors using the LGA 1366 socket. Q3. Can I manage this server without a UCS Fabric Interconnect? Yes. The C210 M2 can be managed as a standalone "C-Series" server via the built-in Cisco IMC (Integrated Management Controller) web interface. Q4. What type of hard drives are compatible with this model? It supports 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) drives, including SAS (6Gbps), SATA, and Solid State Drives (SSD). Q5. Is the R210-2121605W a complete "ready-to-run" system? Typically, this base part number refers to the chassis and motherboard. CPUs, Memory, and Hard Drives are usually configured or purchased separately to meet specific performance requirements.
