IBM FC-2811-+-FC-3622 Fc 2811 + Fc 3622 Ds3524 Esm Single Controller Incl. 1 X Fc 3622 (4-Port 8 Gbp...

Description

The IBM FC-2811-+-FC-3622 represents a storage controller solution for the IBM DS3524 storage system. This specific configuration includes a single ESM (Enterprise Storage Module) controller and is bundled with an FC 3622 module. The FC 3622 module is a key component, providing four 8Gbps Fibre Channel ports. These ports are essential for connecting the storage array to a Storage Area Network (SAN), enabling high-speed data access for multiple servers. This controller is designed to manage the operations of the DS3524 storage enclosure, handling data read/write requests, RAID management, and communication with the host systems. The 8Gbps Fibre Channel interface offers significant bandwidth, which is crucial for performance-intensive applications, virtualization environments, and large databases that require low latency and high throughput. The inclusion of multiple ports on the FC 3622 module allows for redundancy and increased connectivity options within the SAN. As a single controller configuration, this unit is suitable for environments where a primary controller is needed for the DS3524. It provides the necessary intelligence and connectivity to make the storage array accessible and manageable. The combination of the ESM controller and the FC 3622 module ensures that the DS3524 can be effectively integrated into enterprise IT infrastructures, supporting critical business operations that rely on robust and high-performance storage.

Condition: Refurbished