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49Y4124 IBM 4-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel I/O Expansion Card for DS5100/DS5300

SKU:
49Y4124
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Four 8Gb/s Fibre Channel ports for high-speed data transfer
  • Compatible with IBM DS5100 and DS5300 storage systems
  • Enhances I/O capacity with additional connectivity options
  • Supports reliable and low-latency storage networking
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$561.00

Product Overview

The 49Y4124 IBM DS5100/DS5300 4 x Ports 8Gb/s I/O Expansion Card extends the connectivity of midrange storage arrays by providing four high-speed Fibre Channel ports. It fits into the existing hardware setup, adding capacity for more storage network connections without disrupting system stability.

General Information

Brand IBM

Technical Information

Number of Ports 4-Ports
Port Type SFP
Port Speed 8Gb/s
Ports 4
Form Factor Chassis-Based
Data Rate 8Gb/s
Compatibility IBM DS5100, IBM DS5300
Connector Type SFP
product type I/O Expansion Card
Product Category Expansion Modules

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor Proprietary
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required No


Product Description

This 4-port 8Gb/s I/O Expansion Card is designed to boost the connectivity and performance of IBM DS5100 and DS5300 storage arrays. It provides additional Fibre Channel ports, which are essential for scaling storage infrastructure and improving throughput. The expansion card is often installed in enterprise storage environments where enhanced I/O capabilities are necessary.

Typically found in data centers and storage clusters, this card is built for IT professionals managing midrange storage solutions who need to expand their system’s connection capacity without compromising stability. Its design supports seamless integration with existing storage hardware.

Key Features

  • Provides four dedicated 8Gb/s Fibre Channel I/O ports
  • Compatible with IBM DS5100/DS5300 systems for easy expansion
  • Supports increased data throughput and storage scalability
  • Delivers low-latency and reliable fibre channel connectivity
  • Enables flexible storage network configurations

This expansion card plays a vital role in enhancing the data handling capabilities of IBM storage arrays. It offers consistent performance and helps maintain efficient storage operations within growing IT environments. Its reliability ensures uninterrupted data flow and supports the overall functionality of storage infrastructures.


Use Cases

This expansion card is typically implemented in data center storage environments that require increased I/O capacity for virtualized workloads or growing data demands. It is suited to storage administrators who need to augment their IBM DS5100 or DS5300 systems to support larger storage fabrics or enhanced redundancy.

How It's Used:

  • Expanding I/O capacity in IBM DS5100/DS5300 storage systems within enterprise IT networks
  • Supporting storage clusters that demand high-throughput fibre channel connections
  • Enhancing virtualized storage environments needing low latency and reliable data transfer
  • Facilitating multi-path storage configurations for improved fault tolerance
  • Scaling midrange storage solutions in growing data center deployments

By providing additional high-speed Fibre Channel ports, this card helps maintain operational efficiency and scalability in complex storage setups. It supports ongoing storage growth without requiring significant infrastructure changes, enabling smoother system expansions.


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49Y4124 IBM 4-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel I/O Expansion Card for DS5100/DS5300
49Y4124 IBM 4-Port 8Gb/s Fibre Channel I/O Expansion Card for DS5100/DS5300
$561.00