Cisco PI-UCS-APL-K9 Prime Infrastructure Gen 2 Appliance 1U Barebone Server (No RAM, No Drives)
Price includes warranty
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Product Specification
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mount |
| Processor | Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3, 2.3 GHz (3.0 GHz Turbo) |
| Cores per CPU | 10 cores, 20 threads |
| Memory Installed | None (barebone) |
| Storage | None (barebone) |
| Power Supplies | Dual power supplies |
Refurbished Β· Tested
Cisco PI-UCS-APL-K9 Prime Infrastructure Gen 2 appliance, a refurbished 1U UCS C220 M4 barebone server with no memory or drives.
The PI-UCS-APL-K9 is Cisco's second-generation Prime Infrastructure appliance, built on the UCS C220 M4, a 1U dual-socket rack server from Cisco's M4 generation. Cisco shipped it as dedicated hardware for Prime Infrastructure network management. Underneath, it is a standard C220 M4, so parts and documentation for that model apply. This refurbished barebone has an Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3 (10 cores, 2.3 GHz) and dual power supplies fitted, with no memory or drives, so you choose the DDR4 and storage. Eight 2.5-inch hot-swap bays and CIMC remote management suit management platforms, small virtualisation hosts, logging servers and lab work. IT teams and integrators in Qatar use it as a compact general-purpose server for remote racks and colocation, supplied from our stock in Doha.
SRV-CISCO-PI-UCS-APL-K9Form factor 1U rackChassis and platform
The C220 M4 belongs to Cisco's Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 generation. Memory speed is set by the processor: with the fitted E5-2650 v3, DDR4 runs at up to 2133 MT/s, even if faster modules are installed.
What you need to add
- DDR4 registered ECC DIMMs, populated according to Cisco's C220 M4 memory population rules.
- 2.5-inch SSDs or small form factor hard drives for the front bays.
- Cisco UCS M4 2.5-inch hot-swap carriers for each drive.
- A storage controller matched to your drive interface and RAID level, if your build needs one.
Fit memory in matched sets across channels for full bandwidth. Choose the controller before buying drives, because it decides whether SAS drives and hardware RAID are available. Install the operating system through CIMC virtual media if the server sits in a remote rack.
Compatibility
Because the board, chassis and controller are those of the C220 M4, parts listed for the C220 M4 SFF model fit this appliance.
| Component | What fits |
|---|---|
| Memory | DDR4 registered ECC DIMMs |
| Drives | 2.5 inch SAS, SATA and SSD |
| Drive carriers | Cisco UCS M4 2.5 inch hot-swap |
| Processors | Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 |
| Platform parts | Cisco UCS C220 M4 SFF |
Parts from the first-generation Prime Infrastructure appliance do not fit. That model used older UCS hardware with DDR3 memory, so its DIMMs and carriers are not interchangeable with this one. When adding a second processor, match it to the fitted E5-2650 v3. Check the Cisco UCS hardware compatibility list for your operating system version before installing.
Part numbers and identification
Condition & testing
- Full hardware diagnostics and burn-in
- Memory, storage and power supplies verified
- Management controller reset, BIOS returned to defaults
- Fully working; minor cosmetic marks are possible on refurbished units.
- 6-month warranty on every unit we sell, with installation and support across Qatar.
What ships with this server
Images are for illustration. The unit supplied is the one described in the specification and may differ cosmetically.
If you need rails, a bezel or additional drives, ask on WhatsApp before ordering and we will quote them with the unit.
Our team in Doha answers specification and compatibility questions during working hours.
Ask on WhatsApp sales@serverdove.comWhat hardware is the Cisco PI-UCS-APL-K9 based on?
The second-generation Prime Infrastructure appliance is built on the Cisco UCS C220 M4, a 1U dual-socket rack server. The chassis, motherboard and management controller are those of the C220 M4. Memory, drive carriers and most other parts listed for the C220 M4 SFF model therefore apply to this appliance.
Can it be used as a general-purpose server?
Yes. Without the Prime Infrastructure software it is a standard C220 M4 server. Once memory and drives are fitted, it can run a supported operating system or hypervisor, such as Windows Server, Linux distributions or VMware ESXi. Check the Cisco UCS hardware compatibility list for the OS version you plan to install.
What memory does it need?
It takes DDR4 registered ECC DIMMs, and the C220 M4 board has 24 DIMM slots, 12 per CPU socket. The Xeon E5-2650 v3 supports memory speeds up to 2133 MT/s, so faster modules will run at 2133 MT/s or lower. Populate the slots according to Cisco's C220 M4 memory population rules.
What drives fit in the eight bays?
The front bays take 2.5-inch drives mounted in Cisco UCS M4 hot-swap carriers. SSDs and small form factor hard drives can both be used. Which interfaces and RAID levels are available depends on the storage controller fitted, so confirm the controller before buying SAS drives.
What processor does it have and how fast is it?
The listing has an Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3, a Haswell-EP part for socket LGA2011-3. It has 10 cores and 20 threads, a 2.3 GHz base clock, 3.0 GHz Turbo Boost, 25 MB cache and a 105 W TDP. The C220 M4 platform also accepts Xeon E5-2600 v4 processors.
How is the server managed remotely?
The Cisco Integrated Management Controller (CIMC) runs independently of the host operating system. It provides a web interface, remote KVM console, virtual media for mounting install images, power control and hardware health monitoring. This allows installation and troubleshooting without physical access to the rack.
How does the Gen 2 appliance differ from the earlier Prime Infrastructure appliance?
The Gen 2 appliance moves to the UCS C220 M4 platform. That means Xeon E5-2600 v3 processors and DDR4 memory, where the earlier generation used older UCS hardware with DDR3. Parts are not interchangeable between the two generations, so match memory and drive carriers to the C220 M4.
What does refurbished mean at ServerDove?
Off-lease or decommissioned enterprise hardware that we clean, test and reset in Doha. Every unit goes through POST, burn-in, memory and drive checks and a power-supply check, with firmware and BIOS returned to defaults and drives securely erased.
Can I ask about the exact unit before I buy?
Yes. Message us the SKU on WhatsApp and we will confirm the condition and configuration of the unit in stock, with photos if you want them.
How fast is delivery in Qatar?
Orders ship from Doha and arrive within one working day anywhere in Qatar. Delivery is free on orders over QAR 300.
Can I collect in person?
Yes, from Nuaija Office 7, Doha, usually within 24 hours of ordering. Choose pick-up at checkout and we will message you when it is ready.
What warranty is included?
A 6-month hardware warranty from the delivery date, covering the unit as supplied. If a part fails we repair or replace it. Full terms are on the warranty page.
What is your return policy?
If the unit arrives faulty or not as described, tell us and we will collect it and replace or refund it. Full terms are on the Refund Policy page.
Which payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard and American Express online. Bank transfer is available for company orders; contact us for details.
Is the price shown the final price?
Yes. The price shown is what you pay; nothing is added at checkout, and every order ships with an invoice in your name or your company's name.
Why buy refurbished
Enterprise hardware, tested in Doha, at a fraction of the price of new
Every unit we sell has already proven itself in a data centre. We test it again, grade it, and back it with a warranty before it leaves our stock.
Tested before it ships
POST, burn-in, memory and power-supply checks on every unit. Anything that fails is repaired or pulled from stock, not sold.
Same performance, lower cost
A Xeon runs the same workloads whether it is new or two years old. Spend the difference on more CPUs, memory or storage.
In stock, not on order
New enterprise hardware can take weeks or months to arrive. Ours is on the shelf in Doha and delivered across Qatar within a day.
Warranty and local support
Every unit is covered. Installation, configuration and hardware support are handled by our own team in Qatar, not a call centre abroad.