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IBM Power8 Compatible Memory Upgrades

Upgrade or expand memory in your IBM Power8 servers with high-performance DDR3 and DDR4 DIMMs at Data Tech Computer. Our selection includes enterprise-grade memory modules optimized for Power8 models such as S822 (8284-22A), S824 (8284-42A), S814 (8286-41A), E870 (9119-MME), E880 (9119-MHE), and related Power8 systems. These modules deliver improved bandwidth, low latency, and higher capacity to support demanding AIX, IBM i, and Linux workloads, virtualization, databases, analytics, SAP, Oracle, and high-performance computing tasks.

Key Benefits for Power8 Memory

  • DDR3 (most Power8 models) and DDR4 (select late Power8) options
  • Speeds typically 1600–1866 MHz (DDR3) or 2133–2666 MHz (DDR4)
  • Capacities from 8 GB to 256 GB+ per module (feature codes EMxx series and equivalents)
  • Sold in matched pairs or quads for optimal channel population and bandwidth
  • Full compatibility with POWER8 memory controllers
  • Supports high-density configurations (up to 4 TB+ in E880, 2 TB+ in S824)
  • ECC and advanced error correction for mission-critical reliability
  • 60-day warranty on all Power8 memory modules
  • Ideal for scaling Power8 systems for large-scale virtualization, in-memory databases, analytics, and enterprise workloads

Browse our featured DDR3 and DDR4 memory options below, fully compatible with IBM Power8 servers.

Memory Options

Choose the right memory configuration for your Power8 system based on model and capacity needs.

Feature Code Capacity Type Part Number Compatible Models
EM8B 16GB DDR3  00VK193 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM8C 32GB DDR3  00VK195 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM8D 64GB DDR3  00VK197 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM8E 128GB DDR3  00VK198 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM91 16GB DDR4  00VK252 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM92 32GB DDR4  00VK296 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM93 64GB DDR4  00VK306 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM94 128GB DDR4  00VK351 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8247-42L
EM95 256GB DDR4  00VK243 8286-42A, 8247-42L

System Compatibility

Power8 memory upgrades support:

  • 8286-41A (S814): Up to 1TB DDR3/DDR4, 8 slots.
  • 8286-42A (S824): Up to 4TB DDR3/DDR4, 16 slots.
  • 8247-42L (S824L): Up to 4TB DDR3/DDR4, 16 slots.
  • 8284-22A (S822): Up to 1TB DDR3/DDR4, 16 slots.

Warranty Details

All IBM Power8 memory modules include a 60-day warranty.