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IBM 42R4053 Aux Cache to SCSI Adapter Cable
- Auxiliary Cache to SCSI Adapter Cable.
- Connects cache adapter to SCSI backplane/controller.
- Ensures reliable data transfer between components.
- Designed for specific IBM storage systems.
- Facilitates cache functionality for performance enhancement.
- Genuine IBM replacement part.
- Standard SCSI cable connectors.
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Key specifications
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- 42R4053
- Product Type
- Cable
- Connection
- Cache Adapter to SCSI
- Compatibility
- Specific IBM Storage Systems
Product details
The IBM 42R4053 is an auxiliary cache to SCSI adapter cable. It is designed to connect the cache adapter to the SCSI backplane or controller within specific IBM storage systems, ensuring proper data flow and functionality.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 42R4053 |
| Product Type | Cable |
Additional Specifications
| Connection | Cache Adapter to SCSI |
| Compatibility | Specific IBM Storage Systems |
Description
The IBM 42R4053 cable serves a critical role in the internal architecture of certain IBM storage solutions, specifically facilitating the connection between an auxiliary cache adapter and the system's SCSI interface. This cable is engineered to ensure a stable and high-speed data path, allowing the cache memory to effectively communicate with the SCSI controller or backplane. By enabling this direct link, the cable is instrumental in the performance optimization provided by the cache adapter, which aims to accelerate data access times and improve overall storage throughput. This component is essential for the proper functioning of the cache subsystem within compatible IBM storage arrays. The cache adapter stores frequently accessed data, and this cable ensures that this data can be quickly retrieved or written by the SCSI controller. Without a reliable connection provided by a cable like the 42R4053, the benefits of the cache adapter would be negated, leading to slower performance and potential data access issues. It is designed to meet IBM's stringent quality and reliability standards. As a genuine IBM part, the 42R4053 cable guarantees compatibility and optimal performance within the intended IBM storage systems. Its specific design ensures that it fits correctly and maintains the integrity of the signal transmission required for cache operations. This cable is typically used in maintenance or upgrade scenarios where the original cable may be damaged or when adding or replacing a cache adapter.
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