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IBM 30R5209 1 x Port 1Gb/s iSCSI TOE PCI-X Ethernet Adapter XSeries Server
- 1 x Port 1Gb/s Ethernet
- iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) support
- TOE (TCP/IP Offload Engine) functionality
- PCI-X interface for compatibility with older servers
- Designed for IBM XSeries servers
- Enhances server performance by offloading network processing
- Optimized for storage traffic over Ethernet
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Product Overview
The IBM 30R5209 is a single-port 1Gb/s iSCSI TOE PCI-X Ethernet adapter designed for IBM XSeries servers. It supports offloading TCP/IP processing to the adapter, enhancing server performance for storage traffic.
Technical Information
| Port Count | 1 |
| Speed | 1Gb/s |
| Interface Type | Ethernet |
Additional Specifications
| Protocol Support | iSCSI, TOE (TCP/IP Offload Engine) |
| Bus Interface | PCI-X |
Product Description
The IBM 30R5209 is a specialized Ethernet adapter designed to bring high-performance storage connectivity to IBM XSeries servers through the iSCSI protocol. This adapter features a single 1 Gigabit per second (Gb/s) Ethernet port and incorporates a TCP/IP Offload Engine (TOE). The TOE functionality is crucial as it allows the adapter to handle the complex processing of TCP/IP protocols, thereby freeing up the server's CPU resources. This offloading significantly improves server performance, especially when dealing with intensive storage traffic. Operating over a PCI-X bus interface, this adapter is compatible with a range of IBM XSeries servers that utilize this expansion slot standard. The 1Gb/s speed, combined with iSCSI support, enables servers to connect to storage devices over standard Ethernet networks, offering a cost-effective alternative to Fibre Channel in certain environments. iSCSI allows block-level storage access over IP networks, making it versatile for various storage configurations. This adapter is particularly beneficial for environments that require efficient storage access without the need for dedicated Fibre Channel infrastructure. By offloading network processing, the 30R5209 ensures that the server's CPU can dedicate more power to running applications, leading to improved overall system efficiency and responsiveness. It represents a key component for enhancing storage performance and scalability in IBM XSeries server deployments.
