Product Description
The IBM EJ08 PCIe3 Optical Cable Adapter (Feature Code: EJ08) is a high-speed connectivity solution for IBM Power Systems. This adapter ensures reliable server expansion for enterprise environments.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: Not specified
- Feature Code: EJ08
- CCIN: 2CE2
- Interface: PCIe3 x16
- Ports: Two CXP optical ports
- Form Factor: Full-height, PCIe slot
- Connectivity: Supports EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer
- Features: Supports one PCIe3 6-slot fanout module (EMXF, EMXG)
- Warranty: 60-day
- Supported Systems: Power8 (8286-41A, 8286-42A), Power9 (E950, S914)
The IBM EJ08 PCIe3 Optical Cable Adapter is a PCIe3 x16 adapter with two CXP optical ports for connecting active optical cables (AOC) to an EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer, supporting one PCIe3 6-slot fanout module (e.g., EMXF, EMXG) for up to six PCIe Gen3 slots. Compatible with Power8 (e.g., 8286-41A, 8286-42A) and Power9 (e.g., E950, S914) systems, it uses CXP cable pairs (e.g., ECC7, ECC8) for high-speed, error-free data transfer. The adapter enhances system scalability for demanding workloads, integrating with IBM i, AIX, and Linux environments. Available refurbished, it offers a 60-day warranty, providing a cost-effective solution for enterprises expanding Power Systems infrastructure.
System Compatibility
The EJ08 adapter requires PCIe3 slots and CXP cables for high-performance expansion operations.
- Supported Systems:
- IBM Power8: 8286-41A, 8286-42A
- IBM Power9: E950, S914, S924
- Operating System: OS/400 V7R1+ for IBM i; AIX 7.1+; Linux RHEL 7.4+.
- Requirements: CXP cable pairs (e.g., ECC7, ECC8), fanout module (EMXF, EMXG).
- Restrictions:
- Compatible with Power8/Power9 PCIe3 slots only.
- Incompatible with EMXH fanout module, Storwize.
- Supports one fanout module per adapter.
- Refurbished condition only.
The EJ08 optimizes connectivity for Power Systems, supporting critical enterprise expansion needs.
