Safe checkout
Secure payments
Fast dispatch
1–2 day handling
Free shipping
U.S. ground
Warranty & RMA
Support after delivery
8721A1J - IBM Flex System Chassis 80mm Fan x 4 2 x 2500W Power Supplies
- 2U rackmount chassis for IBM Flex System.
- Includes 4 x 80mm high-performance fans for cooling.
- Equipped with 2 x 2500W redundant hot-plug power supplies.
- Modular design for flexible component integration.
- Supports various compute nodes, storage modules, and network switches.
- Provides a scalable and high-availability platform.
- Designed for enterprise data center environments.
- Hot-swap capabilities for power supplies and fans.
8721A1J isn't on our shelf today — we source it to order. Request a quote and we'll confirm price and lead time within one business day.
Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Chassis Type
- IBM Flex System
- Form Factor
- 2U Rackmount
- Fans
- 4 x 80mm
- Power Supplies
- 2 x 2500W Hot-Plug Redundant
- Scalability
- Modular
- Compatibility
- IBM Flex System Components
Product details
The IBM 8721A1J Flex System chassis is a modular server building block that houses compute nodes, storage, and networking components. This specific configuration includes four 80mm fans and two 2500W power supplies, providing a robust and redundant infrastructure for enterprise workloads.
Technical Information
| Chassis Type | IBM Flex System |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Fans | 4 x 80mm |
Additional Specifications
| Power Supplies | 2 x 2500W Hot-Plug Redundant |
| Scalability | Modular |
| Compatibility | IBM Flex System Components |
Description
The IBM 8721A1J represents a core component of the IBM PureFlex System or Flex System Enterprise Chassis, serving as a scalable and highly available platform for deploying various IT workloads. This 2U rackmount chassis is designed to house a mix of compute nodes, storage devices, and networking modules, allowing organizations to build customized server configurations tailored to their specific needs. Its modular architecture enables flexibility in deployment, from dense virtualization environments to high-performance computing clusters. This particular configuration is equipped with essential infrastructure for reliable operation: four 80mm high-performance fans and two 2500W hot-plug redundant power supplies. The redundant power supplies ensure continuous operation by providing backup power in case of a failure in one unit, while also allowing for load balancing. The high-performance fans are critical for maintaining optimal operating temperatures for the densely packed components within the chassis, preventing thermal throttling and ensuring system stability under heavy loads. Both fans and power supplies are typically hot-swappable, allowing for maintenance or replacement without system downtime. The IBM 8721A1J chassis provides a robust foundation for enterprise-class computing. Its ability to integrate various compute nodes (such as x86 or Power-based processors), storage options (HDDs, SSDs), and networking switches (Ethernet, Fibre Channel) makes it a versatile solution for diverse IT requirements. This chassis is designed for data centers that demand high levels of performance, reliability, and scalability, offering a consolidated and efficient approach to server infrastructure.
Condition: Refurbished
Free U.S. ground shipping
Typically 1–2 days handling, 3–7 days in transit.
Purchase orders accepted
Government, enterprise, data center and small business.
Buying 10+ units?
Get volume pricing and availability for 8721A1J.
