73P9265 - IBM PCI Ethernet Remote Management Supervisor Adapter II (Card Only)
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- Out-of-band access
- Compatible with IBM X-Series servers
- Provides hardware monitoring
- Enables remote power control (on/off/reset)
- Supports remote console redirection
- Facilitates firmware updates remotely
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Key specifications
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- Remote Supervisor Adapter
- Compatibility
- IBM X-Series Servers
- Management Features
- Out-of-band access, hardware monitoring, remote console, power control
- Interface
- Typically Ethernet for management network
- Purpose
- Remote server administration and monitoring
Product details
The IBM 73P9265 is a Remote Supervisor Adapter (RSA) card designed for IBM X-Series servers. It provides out-of-band management capabilities, allowing administrators to monitor and control server hardware remotely.
Specifications
- Product Type
- Remote Supervisor Adapter
- Compatibility
- IBM X-Series Servers
- Management Features
- Out-of-band access, hardware monitoring, remote console, power control
- Interface
- Typically Ethernet for management network
- Purpose
- Remote server administration and monitoring
Description
The IBM 73P9265 Remote Supervisor Adapter Card is a crucial component for effective data center management, offering comprehensive remote control and monitoring features for IBM's X-Series server line. This adapter enables IT administrators to access and manage servers independently of the operating system's status, providing essential capabilities even when the server is powered off or unresponsive. This out-of-band management is critical for troubleshooting hardware issues, performing initial server setup, and maintaining system health without requiring physical presence. Key functionalities of the 73P9265 include remote power cycling (on, off, reset), hardware health monitoring (e.g., temperature, fan speed, power supply status), and remote KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) over IP capabilities. This allows administrators to view the server's console output and interact with it as if they were directly connected, which is invaluable for diagnosing boot-level problems or performing complex configurations. Furthermore, the adapter often supports remote media redirection, enabling the mounting of virtual media like ISO images or USB drives for OS installation or software updates. Designed for integration into specific IBM X-Series server models, the 73P9265 ensures compatibility and optimal performance within the IBM ecosystem. Its dedicated network interface allows for secure management traffic, separating it from the main data network. This enhances security and ensures that management functions remain accessible even under heavy network load or during system failures, making it an indispensable tool for maintaining server uptime and operational efficiency in enterprise environments.
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