Name: 31P1860 IBM Storwize V7000 G2 Compression Accelerator Card High-Throughput Inline Compression
Brand: IBM
SKU: 31P1860
Price: 587.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The 31P1860 - IBM Storwize V7000 G2 Compression Accelerator Card is a specialized hardware component that boosts data compression capabilities within the Storwize V7000 G2 storage system. It fits into the broader storage architecture to improve efficiency by compressing data inline, reducing the amount of physical storage needed while maintaining performance levels.

General Information
Brand	IBM
HARQ Support	No
O-RAN Support	No

Technical Information
Accelerator Type	Fixed-Function ASIC
Card Interface Type	Mezzanine Card
Power Connector	Server Backplane
Compatibility	IBM Storwize V7000 G2

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No

vRAN / FEC Features
FEC Acceleration Support	No
Supported FEC Type	Not Applicable

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The 31P1860 - IBM Storwize V7000 G2 Compression Accelerator Card provides hardware-based data compression for the Storwize V7000 G2 storage system. It is commonly found in enterprise storage environments where managing large volumes of data efficiently is critical. This card is built for IT professionals and storage administrators focused on maximizing their system's capacity and throughput while maintaining reliability. Key Features Offers inline data compression to reduce storage requirements significantly Designed to work natively within the Storwize V7000 G2 framework Enables faster data processing with dedicated compression hardware Helps improve overall storage system performance by offloading compression tasks Compatible with existing system components, ensuring smooth deployment This compression accelerator card plays an important role in enhancing storage utilization without compromising access speed. Its reliable performance helps maintain consistent system responsiveness, making it a practical choice for data centers aiming to optimize their storage infrastructure.

Use Cases
This compression accelerator card is typically deployed in data center environments where large-scale data storage and efficient capacity management are essential. Organizations handling complex storage workloads benefit the most from its integration. How It's Used: Enhancing storage clusters in enterprise IT to maximize usable capacity Supporting virtualization environments by reducing data storage overhead Improving efficiency in rack deployments requiring high throughput Optimizing storage systems in remote offices with limited physical space Assisting cloud service providers in managing large volumes of client data In these setups, the card helps maintain operational efficiency by minimizing storage growth and ensuring that compression does not negatively impact system throughput. This balance supports scalable and performant storage ecosystems.