For IBM Power 8

Ethernet LAN/WAN Adapters for IBM Power8 Systems

Elevate your IBM Power8 setup with dependable Ethernet LAN/WAN adapters built for efficient connectivity and straightforward integration. These adapters deliver speeds ranging from 1 GbE to 10 GbE, supporting diverse networking demands with options for multi-port designs, fiber and copper interfaces, and advanced features like RoCE for reduced latency.

WAN Adapters

Strengthen wide-area connectivity using PCIe-based WAN adapters with modem capabilities.

IBM 2893 PCIe 2-Line WAN w/Modem

• Description: Delivers two-line WAN connectivity including an integrated modem. Non-CIM variant available globally except Australia and New Zealand; Port 0 functions as the modem.
• Key Features: Simple PCIe installation; accommodates impedance matching needs.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	2893
  Adapter Type	PCIe
  Ports	2-Line WAN with Modem
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems (e.g., models like 8284-22A, 8247-42L, 8408-44E)

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

LAN Adapters (1 GbE)

Versatile 1 GbE adapters providing multiple ports and adjustable speeds for standard networking.

IBM 5717 4-Port 10/100/1000 Base-TX PCI Express Adapter

• Description: Full-duplex four-port Gigabit Ethernet adapter configurable for 10/100/1000 Mbps operation.
• Key Features: Requires VIOS for certain configurations; broad Ethernet compatibility.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5717
  Adapter Type	PCI Express
  Ports	4 x 1 GbE
  Connectors	Base-TX (RJ45 implied)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5767 2-Port 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Express Adapter

• Description: Dual-port full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet adapter with integrated high-performance features.
• Key Features: Efficient PCIe design for reliable connectivity.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5767
  Adapter Type	PCI Express
  Ports	2 x 1 GbE
  Connectors	Base-TX (RJ45 implied)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5768 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI Express Adapter

• Description: Offers two full-duplex 1 Gbps (1000 Base-SX) Ethernet connections over fiber.
• Key Features: PCIe interface for system integration.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5768
  Adapter Type	PCI Express
  Ports	2 x 1 GbE SX
  Connectors	Fiber (SX)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5260 PCIe2 LP 4-port 1GbE Adapter

• Description: Low-profile PCIe Gen2 adapter with four 1 Gb Ethernet ports, adjustable to 1000/100/10 Mbps using CAT-5 UTP cables up to 100 meters.
• Key Features: Compact form factor; flexible speed support.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5260
  Adapter Type	PCIe Gen2 Low-Profile
  Ports	4 x 1 GbE
  Connectors	RJ45 (UTP)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5899 PCIe2 4-port 1 GbE Adapter

• Description: Short-form PCIe Gen2 adapter featuring four 1 Gb Ethernet ports configurable to 1000/100/10 Mbps with CAT-5 UTP cables up to 100 meters.
• Key Features: Supports AIX NIM boot; IEEE 802.3ab compliant.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5899
  Adapter Type	PCIe Gen2
  Ports	4 x 1 GbE
  Connectors	RJ45 (UTP)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

LAN Adapters (10 GbE)

Powerful 10 GbE adapters suited for high-bandwidth requirements, including fiber, copper, FCoE, and RoCE variants.

IBM 5721 10 Gb Ethernet-SR PCI-X 2.0 DDR Adapter

• Description: Supports extended distances with multimode fiber (up to 33m on 62.5 um or 300m on 50 um at 850 nm).
• Key Features: High-speed PCI-X connectivity.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5721
  Adapter Type	PCI-X 2.0 DDR
  Ports	10 GbE SR
  Connectors	Fiber (SR)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5772 10 Gigabit Ethernet-LR PCI Express Adapter

• Description: Integrated high-performance 10 GbE fiber NIC for PCIe environments.
• Key Features: Long-range optical support.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5772
  Adapter Type	PCI Express
  Ports	10 GbE LR
  Connectors	Fiber (LR)
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5287 PCIe2 2-port 10GbE SR Adapter

• Description: Full-height PCIe Gen2 adapter with two 10 GbE SR ports using LC Duplex connectors; supports up to 300m over fiber.
• Key Features: High-performance data transfer.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5287
  Adapter Type	PCIe Gen2
  Ports	2 x 10 GbE SR
  Connectors	LC Duplex Fiber
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM 5708 10Gb FCoE PCIe Dual Port Adapter

• Description: Dual-port converged network adapter (CNA) with 10 Gb SR optics; each port handles NIC and FCoE traffic.
• Key Features: Converged networking for efficiency.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	5708
  Adapter Type	PCIe
  Ports	2 x 10 Gb FCoE
  Connectors	SR Optics
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM EC27 PCIe2 LP 2-Port 10GbE RoCE SFP+ Adapter

• Description: Low-profile PCIe Gen2 adapter with two 10 Gb copper SFP+ ports supporting RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet).
• Key Features: Low-latency RDMA capabilities.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	EC27
  Adapter Type	PCIe Gen2 Low-Profile
  Ports	2 x 10 GbE RoCE
  Connectors	Copper SFP+
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.

IBM EC28 PCIe2 2-Port 10GbE RoCE SFP+ Adapter

• Description: PCIe Gen2 adapter with two 10 Gb copper SFP+ ports and RoCE support for RDMA.
• Key Features: Enhanced throughput with low latency.
• Technical Specifications:
   

   

  Specification	Details
  Feature Code	EC28
  Adapter Type	PCIe Gen2
  Ports	2 x 10 GbE RoCE
  Connectors	Copper SFP+
  Compatibility	IBM Power8 Systems

   
• Warranty: 60 days for added assurance.