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IBM 00JY846 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card (CIOv) for BladeCenter
- 8Gb Fibre Channel connectivity.
- Designed specifically for IBM BladeCenter environments.
- Provides connectivity to Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs).
- Enables blade servers to access shared storage resources.
- Supports reliable and efficient data transfer for storage I/O.
- A crucial component for blade server storage solutions.
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Product Overview
The IBM 00JY846 is an 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card designed for IBM BladeCenter systems. It provides essential connectivity for blade servers to access Fibre Channel storage.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 00JY846 |
| Product Type | 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Speed | 8Gb |
| Compatibility | IBM BladeCenter |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 00JY846 is an 8Gb Fibre Channel Expansion Card specifically engineered for integration into IBM BladeCenter chassis. This card serves as the crucial link that allows blade servers within the BladeCenter to connect to external Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). By providing high-speed, reliable access to shared storage, it enables blade servers to function effectively in enterprise environments that rely on centralized and robust storage solutions. With its 8Gbps Fibre Channel interface, the 00JY846 delivers sufficient bandwidth to support a wide range of storage-intensive applications running on blade servers. This includes virtualization, database operations, and file serving, where efficient I/O performance is paramount. The card ensures that data can be transferred quickly and reliably between the blade server and the SAN, minimizing latency and maximizing application responsiveness. As an expansion card for the BladeCenter, the 00JY846 is designed for easy installation and seamless integration within the blade architecture. It plays a vital role in consolidating storage access for multiple blade servers, contributing to a more efficient and manageable IT infrastructure. This component is essential for organizations leveraging IBM BladeCenter technology for their data center needs, ensuring that their blade servers have the necessary connectivity to high-performance storage.