Product Description
The IBM EMXF PCIe3 6-Slot Fanout Module (Part Number: 00TK674) is a high-performance expansion component designed for IBM Power Systems with the EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer. Featuring six full-length, regular-height PCIe3 slots (two x16, four x8), it supports Gen3, Gen2, and Gen1 adapters using blind-swap cassettes. This module enhances connectivity for enterprise applications like virtualization, storage, and networking.
Key Features
- Six PCIe3 Slots: Includes two x16 and four x8 slots for versatile adapter support.
- Hot-Plug Support: PCIe slots allow hot-plugging with firmware 8.4 or later.
- Blind-Swap Cassettes: Uses Gen3 single-wide cassettes, interchangeable with 12X PCIe drawers.
- Dual CXP Ports: Connects to PCIe3 Optical Cable Adapters via AOC or copper cables.
- EMXG Intermixing: Can be paired with EMXG modules in the same EMX0 drawer.
- High Bandwidth: Supports PCIe Gen3 for fast data transfer rates.
- 60-Day Warranty: Includes a 60-day warranty for reliability.
- Part Number: 00TK674, for precise system compatibility.
- CCIN: 50CB, custom card identification number.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 00TK674
- Feature Code: EMXF
- CCIN: 50CB
- Slots: 6 PCIe3 (2x x16, 4x x8, full-length, regular-height)
- Interface: PCIe Gen3, compatible with Gen2 and Gen1 adapters
- Connectors: 2x CXP ports for AOC or copper cables
- Form Factor: Fanout module for EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer
- Supported Systems: 8284-22A, 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8408-44E, 8408-E8E, 9009-22A, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, 9080-MHE, 9080-MME, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME, 9223-22H, 9223-42H
Compatibility
The IBM EMXF PCIe3 6-Slot Fanout Module is designed for IBM Power Systems with the EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer, providing expanded PCIe connectivity for applications like virtualization, storage, and networking. Below are the compatibility details:
- Supported Models:
- Power8: 8286-41A (Power S814), 8286-42A (Power S824), 8408-44E, 8408-E8E (Power E850C), 9080-MHE, 9080-MME, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME (Power E870, E880)
- Power9: 8284-22A, 9009-22A (Power S922), 9009-41A (Power S914), 9009-42A (Power S924), 9223-22H (Power H922), 9223-42H (Power H924)
- Operating System: IBM i V7R2 or later (Power8), V7R3 or later (Power9); AIX 7.2 or later; Linux distributions compatible with Power8/Power9; VIOS.
- Cable Adapters: Requires PCIe3 Optical Cable Adapters (#EJ05, #EJ07, #EJ08) with CCIN 2B1C, 2CE2, or 6B52, using AOC or copper CXP cables.
- Restrictions:
- Used only with EMX0 PCIe3 Expansion Drawer, two modules per drawer.
- Not compatible with EJ1R (#58FF) adapter or non-EMX0 drawers.
- Module is not hot-pluggable; PCIe slots support hot-plug with firmware 8.4 or later.
- Can intermix with EMXG (50CD) but not EMXH in the same drawer.
