41Y5151 - IBM Enclosure Services Manager (ESM) Controller for EXP810 DS4000

SKU 41Y5151

Brand IBM

IBM Enclosure Services Manager Controller Card
Designed for IBM EXP810 storage enclosure
Manages enclosure environmental conditions (fans, power)
Provides host connectivity interface
Facilitates communication between drives and host
Ensures proper operation of the storage enclosure
Component for IBM storage expansion units
Reliable enclosure management

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Enclosure Services Manager
Compatibility: IBM EXP810 Storage Enclosure
Function: Manages enclosure environment, provides host interface
Interface: SAS (typically)
Form Factor: Proprietary Card

Product details

The IBM 41Y5151 is an Enclosure Services Manager Controller Card specifically designed for the IBM EXP810 storage enclosure. It manages the enclosure's environmental conditions and provides connectivity for the host system.

Technical Information

Product Type	Enclosure Services Manager
Compatibility	IBM EXP810 Storage Enclosure
Function	Manages enclosure environment, provides host interface

Additional Specifications

Interface	SAS (typically)
Form Factor	Proprietary Card

Description

The IBM 41Y5151 Enclosure Services Manager Controller Card is a critical component for the IBM EXP810 storage enclosure. Its primary role is to oversee the environmental conditions within the enclosure, ensuring optimal operating temperatures and airflow through the management of fans and power supplies. This proactive environmental control is essential for maintaining the health and longevity of the hard drives and other components housed within the EXP810. Beyond environmental management, this controller card serves as the primary interface for communication between the storage enclosure and the host server or system. It typically utilizes SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) connectivity to facilitate data transfer and management commands. By acting as a bridge, it allows the host system to recognize, access, and manage the drives installed within the EXP810 enclosure, enabling features like RAID configuration and monitoring. As a dedicated management card, the 41Y5151 ensures the reliable operation and efficient functioning of the IBM EXP810 storage expansion unit. It is integral to the overall performance and stability of the storage solution, providing the necessary intelligence for the enclosure to operate as an integrated part of the larger IBM storage infrastructure.

Condition: Refurbished