Are you having a hard time gaining the technology you need to advance IT processes within your business? Whether the business you operate is just getting started or is a well-developed enterprise, used equipment provides an easy solution for implementing the right technology at a reasonable price. A multitude of IBM products such as the iSeries have come and gone since the company’s origination, but the quality of this hardware has consistently increased. As IBM is one of the highest demanded manufacturers in the server industry, coupled with their reliability, it increases the cost of incorporating them into your technology solutions. Used iSeries servers are just one of the many choices you have available when considering purchasing secondhand hardware.

The iSeries line was discontinued in 2008 when it was converged with System P models to form what is now the IBM Power Systems series. Remanufactured hardware allows you to acquire iSeries models at reduced prices. This line was developed as a mid-range infrastructure solution for e-business as well as other advanced processes. It includes an object based operating system designed to support multiple users, printers, web applications, and security needs. iSeries models are considered to be advanced computing hardware for businesses due to an integrated DB2 relational database, virtual machine capabilities, and single-level storage concepts.

Refurbished Servers Provide Abundant Features and Performance Abilities

You will have multiple choices when purchasing refurbished servers for your business. iSeries hardware is considered to be the best on the market when comparing versatility in combination with power. They serve as an all-in-one solution consisting of server, software, storage, and security features. An iSeries server can run Java, UNIX, Windows, or Linux applications based on the utilized setup. AS/400 iSeries models were the first line in the series and are designed to support midrange organizations. The AS/400 products are easier to maintain, can perform database record management, and are capable of completing transaction processing actions. They are a cost effective option when seeking a highly reliable system geared toward handling more than one operating environment. Increased integrity makes them ideal for managing critical applications and processes. Since various AS/400 models may be acquirable as refurbished servers, it is important to decide what the system will be doing before reviewing any certain model for purchase.

System i5 models are a mid-range remanufactured option consisting of IBM POWER 5 or 6 processors. They provide an extensive amount of flexibility and are designed for easy expandability. A newer generation may be implemented in your current infrastructure without interrupting daily business operations. This line can handle numerous application environments or operating systems. General benefits provided by this line are broader application support, self-management, fast deployment, and multiple operating system capabilities.

Canvas Systems sells many products in both the System i5 and AS/400 iSeries lines. Our technicians are here to help if you are unsure as to which used iSeries servers would be the most beneficial to your current or new infrastructure set up. Call one of our professionals today to receive server purchasing guidance or visit our website to learn more about the products we carry.