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IBM 1818-D1A-BASE-ESM Ds5000 Esm Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Base & Redundant Controller
- IBM DS5000 ESM (Expansion Storage Module)
- Base & Redundant Controller
- 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Provides storage control and data path management
- Enhances storage system reliability and availability
- Designed for IBM DS5000 series
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Product Overview
The IBM 1818-D1A-BASE-ESM is a base and redundant controller module for the IBM DS5000 storage system. It features Fibre Channel connectivity at 4Gb/s, providing essential control and data path management for the storage array.
Technical Information
| System | IBM DS5000 |
| Component | ESM (Expansion Storage Module) Base & Redundant Controller |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Speed | 4Gb/s |
| Part Number | 1818-D1A-BASE-ESM |
Product Description
The IBM 1818-D1A-BASE-ESM is a critical component for the IBM DS5000 storage system, serving as both a base and a redundant controller within an Expansion Storage Module (ESM). This design ensures high availability and fault tolerance for the storage array, meaning that if one controller fails, the other can seamlessly take over, preventing data access interruptions. Equipped with 4Gb/s Fibre Channel connectivity, this controller module facilitates high-speed data transfer between the storage system and connected servers. It manages the data paths and provides the necessary intelligence to operate the storage array efficiently. The inclusion of redundant controllers is a standard practice in enterprise storage to guarantee continuous operation and data integrity. This specific part number, 1818-D1A-BASE-ESM, indicates a foundational controller unit designed to be part of a larger DS5000 storage configuration. It plays a vital role in the overall performance, reliability, and manageability of the IBM DS5000 storage solution, supporting demanding enterprise workloads that require robust and available storage.
