Product Description
IBM 7063-CR2 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console for Power Systems
The IBM 7063-CR2 Hardware Management Console (Part Number: 00FX820) is a high-performance, rack-mounted HMC designed to manage Power Systems and data center solutions, including TS3100 and TS3200 tape libraries. Powered by a Power9 6-Core processor at 3.0 GHz, it delivers robust enterprise management for IBM i, AIX, and Linux environments, supporting virtualization and system administration. With 64 GB memory and dual 1.8TB HDDs, it enables dynamic resource allocation, enterprise data protection, and secure data archiving. Featuring a 3 Gbps SAS interface, advanced service functions like guided Repair and Verify, and Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) integration, it ensures reliable operation for complex workloads. The 7063-CR2 provides a cost-effective storage solution for upgrading data center infrastructure, managing mission-critical applications like ERP and database systems with scalable, high-performance capabilities in demanding business environments.
Key Features
- Power9 6-Core processor at 3.0 GHz for efficient enterprise management.
- 64 GB memory and dual 1.8TB HDDs for scalable data center solutions.
- 3 Gbps SAS interface supports TS3100 and TS3200 tape libraries.
- Virtualization management and dynamic resource allocation for Power Systems.
- Advanced service functions like guided Repair and Verify for enterprise data protection.
- HMC with 60-day warranty and free technical support, offering cost-effective storage.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 00FX820 |
| Processor | Power9 6-Core, 3.0 GHz |
| Memory | 64 GB |
| Storage | 2x 1.8TB HDD (3.6TB total) |
| Interface | 3 Gbps SAS |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mounted |
| Dimensions | Width: 437 mm, Depth: 705.3 mm, Height: 43 mm |
| Weight | 14.5 kg (32.0 lb) |
| Power | 432W, 50/60 Hz |
Compatibility with Power Systems
The IBM 7063-CR2 Hardware Management Console (00FX820) is compatible with Power Systems, enabling enterprise backup and data archiving for data center solutions. This IBM HMC integrates with systems for robust management of TS3100 and TS3200 tape libraries, supporting enterprise applications and configurations. It facilitates system administration for virtualized environments, dynamic resource allocation, and tape library operations, ensuring scalable management for mission-critical workloads:
- IBM i (7.1 or later), AIX (6.1 or later), Linux (RHEL 6, SLES 11 or later) for versatile platform support.
- Power Systems models: 8202-E4B, 8205-E6B, 8233-E8B, 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 9117-MMB, 9119-MHE, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, optimized for system administration.
- Supports TS3100 (3573-L2U) and TS3200 (3573-L4U) tape libraries for flexible configurations.
Note: Requires network configuration for Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) and appropriate cabling for connectivity.
