News & Updates

iXsystems has hosted the Quality Assurance Tinderbox used within the FreeBSD ports infrastructure for several months. The Quality Assurance Tinderbox (QAT) is an automated QA system used to identify problems in FreeBSD ports and packages, by building ports and generating the corresponding binary packages, then generating automated failure notifications. Recently, iXsystems decided to help the FreeBSD community improve upon QAT's existing capabilities by updating the existing QAT server hardware.

Select server lines now offer the high-performing, energy efficient Intel® Xeon® 5600 Processor Series

iXsystems, Inc. server families that previously utilized Intel® Xeon® 5500 series processors now leverage the latest Intel® Xeon® 5600 series processors as well. The iX-Neutron, iX-Green Neutron, Gemini Twin, Gemini Squared, and Orion I and II server series are all compatible with the Intel® Xeon® 5600 Series Processors in addition to Intel® Xeon® 5500 Series Processors.

Release features FreeBSD 8.0, KDE 4.3.5, and nVIDIA© driver 195.22

iXsystems announced today the latest release of PC-BSD™, Version 8.0, Hubble Edition. This fully functional open source desktop operating system is built upon the new FreeBSD 8.0 release. FreeBSD is one of the most widely used UNIX-based operating systems, providing advanced performance and high levels of security and stability.  The Hubble Edition contains a number of improvements and additions that make this release rock solid. The most notable features of PC-BSD 8.0 include a new system installer, integrated software manager, and a ports jail.

The Orion II Storage Server & JBOD Storage Expansion Deliver Unparalleled Storage Density With Redundant Cooling and Powerful Intel® Technologies

The iX-N4236 Orion II Storage Server is designed to handle storage-intensive tasks while remaining at an optimal temperature and drawing less power than other servers in its class. The Orion II's powerful complement of features and light energy footprint create an ideal environment for ZFS implementations, virtualization, and high-capacity storage.

Four-Disc CD Set or Dual-Sided DVD now available for purchase

The FreeBSD Mall is now shipping FreeBSD® Version 8.0. The four-disc CD set or dual-sided DVD is available for purchase on http://www.freebsdmall.com, either individually or on a subscription basis at a discounted price. The FreeBSD Mall has a long tradition of providing a reliable source of software, documentation, and support to the open source community.

Release includes enhanced virtualization support, NFSv4, and 802.11s D3.03 wireless mesh networking.

The FreeBSD Project has announced the release of FreeBSD® Version 8.0. This next major release branch of FreeBSD delivers a large number of new technologies into the hands of an ever-increasing number of users. Key release focuses include wireless networking, virtualization, and storage technology.

The iX-N4224 Server Series Combines Amazing Storage Capacity and Energy Efficiency With Powerful Intel® Technologies

Designed for storage-intensive applications, ZFS implementations, and virtualization, iX-N4224 Orion servers offer up to 48 terabytes of storage with 24 hot-swappable SAS/SATA drive bays in a 4U configuration. The iX-N4224 is expandable to up to 240 drives and 480TB storage capacity with the optional Orion JBOD Expansion Units.

Highest System Level Performance Per Watt on the Market

iXsystems has introduced a line of servers, the iX-Green Neutron, that represents the next generation in the “Earth” Series Line of environmentally friendly servers. iXsystems, located in booth 529, will unveil the iX-Green Neutron server line at OpenSource World™, Next Generation Data Center™, and CloudWorld™ 2009.

Award recognizes businesses that have provided outstanding service to their customers and to the local community.

The U.S. Commerce Association has announced that iXsystems, Inc. has been selected for the 2009 Best of San Jose Award in the Computer Facilities Management category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

Award bestowed on companies exemplifying exceptional marketing success

The U.S. Commerce Association recently announced that the FreeBSD Mall has been selected for the 2009 Best of Concord Award in the Computer Services category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

PC-BSD™ Workstation Features Latest Intel® Technology and High-End NVIDIA® Graphics Capability

iXsystems™ has released its first fully-qualified PC-BSD™ workstation series, the iX-Apollo Extreme. Every iX-Apollo Extreme workstation includes the latest version of PC-BSD, Galileo, pre-installed and pre-configured. PC-BSD provides stability, security, and an easy-to-use desktop experience, featuring the versatile KDE 4.2.2 desktop environment. PC-BSD exclusively features Push-Button Installers (PBIs), graphical utilities which easily install and remove software. Excellent computing power and graphics capabilities allow users to enjoy a fuller PC-BSD experience.

Appointment Consists of Two-Year Term on Five-Member Board

The BSD Certification Group announced last week that Matt Olander, CTO of iXsystems, has been elected to the BSD Certification Group Board of Directors.

Four-Disc CD Set or Dual-Sided DVD now available for purchase.

The FreeBSD Mall started shipping FreeBSD® Version 7.2 this week. The four-disc CD set or dual-sided DVD is available for purchase at http://www.freebsdmall.com, either individually or on a subscription basis at a discounted price.

Release features FreeBSD 7.1, KDE 4.2.2, and Xorg 7.4

iXsystems announced today the release of PC-BSD Version 7.1, Galileo Edition. PC-BSD 7.1 is built upon the FreeBSD 7.1-STABLE operating system. FreeBSD is a UNIX-based operating system that provides a high level of security and stability. The Galileo Edition of PC-BSD includes updated versions of KDE (4.2.2) and Xorg (7.4). The latest version of KDE includes new window effects, screen savers, and better 3D Acceleration. PC-BSD exclusively features the Push Button Installer (PBI), a push-button software installation wizard with a wide range of applications. The latest version of the Push Button Installer improves PBI self-containment to increase reliability.