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44W2170 IBM iSCSI Storage Controller for System Storage DS3300

SKU:
44W2170
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 44W2170 IBM iSCSI Storage Controller for DS3300 series
  • Provides 10Gb Ethernet connectivity for high-speed data transfer
  • Supports robust iSCSI protocol for efficient block-level storage networking
  • Enhances storage system reliability and performance
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$1,534.49

Product Overview

The IBM 44W2170 iSCSI Storage Controller serves as a key component in IBM's System Storage DS3300, providing essential 10Gb Ethernet connectivity for iSCSI storage networking. It fits into mid-range storage solutions where reliable, high-speed data transfer and simplified network integration are needed without the complexity of Fibre Channel systems.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 44W2170

Physical Characteristics

Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus


Product Description

This IBM iSCSI Storage Controller model 44W2170 is designed to provide high-speed, reliable connectivity for the System Storage DS3300. It enables efficient communication between servers and storage by using the iSCSI protocol over standard Ethernet networks.

Commonly found in mid-sized enterprise environments, this controller is built for administrators who need to optimize storage access without investing in Fibre Channel infrastructure. It’s often deployed in data centers to streamline storage management and improve system responsiveness.

Key Features

  • Integrates 10Gb Ethernet for fast and stable data paths
  • Supports iSCSI protocol to facilitate block-level storage networking
  • Compatible with IBM DS3300 storage systems
  • Enhances fault tolerance with redundant controller support
  • Reduces deployment complexity by leveraging existing Ethernet infrastructure

This controller is typically used in storage arrays where scalable, cost-effective network storage is required. It plays a crucial role in environments aiming to balance performance with network resource efficiency. Many organizations rely on it to consolidate storage resources and simplify their storage area network setup.


Use Cases

The 44W2170 IBM iSCSI Storage Controller is typically deployed in mid-sized enterprise environments requiring scalable and efficient storage networking without the overhead of Fibre Channel infrastructure. It is well-suited for IT teams managing virtualization workloads or data consolidation projects who benefit from streamlined iSCSI protocol support and 10Gb Ethernet connectivity.

How It's Used:

  • Facilitating high-throughput storage access in virtualized server clusters within enterprise IT departments.
  • Enabling remote office data synchronization and backup through iSCSI over existing Ethernet networks.
  • Supporting database-intensive applications in SMB data centers requiring reliable block-level storage connectivity.
  • Integrating storage arrays in rack deployments for edge computing sites needing efficient storage performance.
  • Providing cost-effective, high-speed storage networking for development and testing environments with dynamic workloads.

This controller enhances operational efficiency by leveraging standard Ethernet infrastructure to deliver scalable storage connectivity. It supports organizations in managing growing data demands with simplified network integration while maintaining performance levels suitable for diverse application workloads.


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44W2170 IBM iSCSI Storage Controller for System Storage DS3300
44W2170 IBM iSCSI Storage Controller for System Storage DS3300
$1,534.49