Product Description
IBM 7042-CR4 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console (Machine Type 7042-CR4)
The IBM 7042-CR4 is a 1U rack-mounted Hardware Management Console (HMC) designed to provide centralized management, monitoring, and configuration for IBM Power Systems servers. This dedicated appliance delivers a secure graphical interface for creating and managing logical partitions (LPARs), handling virtual resources, performing Capacity on Demand operations, applying system firmware updates, and diagnosing issues. It is well-suited for mid-range and enterprise Power Systems deployments running AIX, IBM i, Linux, and VIOS, particularly in Power7 and early Power8 environments.
Features
- Compact 1U rack-mount form factor for efficient use of data center space
- Integrated Intel-based processor with sufficient performance for managing multiple Power Systems servers
- RAID-1 mirrored hard disk drives for reliable storage of configuration data and logs
- Built-in DVD-RAM/CD-RW optical drive for code updates, backups, and offline tasks
- Multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports for secure network connections to managed systems
- USB ports supporting peripherals and service access
- Web-based graphical HMC interface plus comprehensive command-line (CLI) support
- Role-based access control, audit logging, and remote management capabilities
- Supports key HMC functions including Live Partition Mobility, virtual I/O management, and problem determination tools
Technical Specifications
- Machine Type/Model: 7042-CR4
- Processor: Intel multi-core (typically quad-core or higher, ~2.0 GHz range)
- Memory: 4 GB or 8 GB DDR3 (configuration-dependent)
- Storage: Dual mirrored SATA HDDs (typically 250 GB or 500 GB effective RAID-1)
- Optical Drive: DVD-RAM/CD-RW
- Network: 4 × Gigabit Ethernet ports
- USB Ports: Multiple USB 2.0 ports
- Power Supplies: Dual redundant AC power supplies
- Form Factor: 1U rack-mounted
- Input Voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
- Warranty: This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
Compatibility
Fully compatible with IBM Power Systems models managed via HMC Version 7.x to 8.x (depending on installed code level), including:
- Power7-era: 8202-E4B, 8205-E6B, 9117-MMA, 9119-FHB, 9179-MHB
- Runs AIX, IBM i (with appropriate levels), Linux, and VIOS on supported managed systems (Consult IBM documentation for exact HMC code version requirements, such as V7R7.x to V8R8.x, and supported Power generations; later Power8, Power9, and Power10 systems typically require newer HMC models like 7042-CR7/CR9 for full feature support and compatibility.)
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
