Product Description
The IBM ESLS EXP24SX SAS Storage Enclosure (Feature Code: ESLS) is a high-performance expansion solution for IBM Power Systems. With 24 SFF-2 SAS bays, this 2U enclosure provides reliable server storage connectivity for enterprise environments.
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ESLS
- Part Number: Not specified
- CCIN: Not specified
- Bays: 24 SFF-2 SAS (hot-swap)
- Interface: 6Gb/s SAS (up to 12Gb/s capable)
- Connectors: 4x Mini-SAS HD narrow
- Power Supplies: Dual AC (FC ESLA)
- Rack Space: 2U, 19-inch, 59.5–75 cm depth
- Warranty: 60-day
- Supported Systems: 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, 9223-42H, Power10 models
System Compatibility
The ESLS enclosure (ESLS) requires PCIe3 SAS adapters in Power8, Power9, or Power10 systems and specific operating systems for high-performance server storage operations.
- Supported Systems:
- Power8: 8286-41A (S814), 8286-42A (S824)
- Power9: 9009-41A (S914), 9009-42A (S924), 9223-42H (H924)
- Power10: Supported models
- Operating System: IBM i V7R2 with TR4 or V7R3 for Power8; V7R3 with TR4 or V7R4 for Power9; AIX 7.1+; Linux RHEL 7.4+, SLES 12 SP3+; VIOS.
- Adapter Requirements: PCIe3 SAS (e.g., EJ0J, EJ0L, EJ14).
- Restrictions:
- Fits SFF-2 carriers only.
- Incompatible with Power7, PCIe2 adapters.
- Requires Mini-SAS HD cables.
- Refurbished condition only.
