Product Description
The IBM 5877 12X I/O Drawer PCIe Expansion Unit (No Disk) expands I/O options for IBM Power Systems. This 4U rack-mount drawer features 10 PCIe 8x slots, linked by 12X DDR cables. Tailored for Power6 and Power7, it integrates with AIX, IBM i, and Linux for effective scaling.
Key Features
- 10 PCIe 8x slots offering blind-swap and hot-plug functionality.
- Compatible with 12X DDR cables for dependable connectivity.
- Dual redundant power supplies to sustain operations.
- Hot-swap components for simplified upkeep and less downtime.
This expansion boosts I/O in Power Systems setups without disk storage.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 4U, 19-inch rack-mountable |
| PCIe Slots | 10 x PCIe 8x (Gen3 blind-swap) |
| Part Number | 5877 |
| CCIN | 5877 |
| Cables | 12X DDR (#1861-#1865) |
| Power | Dual redundant AC |
System Compatibility
Works with Power Systems models including Power6 (9117-MMB, 9117-MMC, 9179-MHB, 9179-MHC) and Power7 (8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, 8231-E2C, 8233-E8B, 8408-E8D, 9109-RMD, 9117-MMD, 9179-MHD). Optimal slot order: P1-C1, P1-C4, P1-C2, P1-C5, P1-C3, P1-C6, P1-C7, P1-C8, P1-C9, P1-C10.
Operating System Support
Compatible with AIX 5.3/6.1/7.1, IBM i 6.1/7.1, SUSE and Red Hat Linux.
Each unit from DataTech Computer is tested thoroughly, with a 60-day warranty.
