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IBM 7042 Hardware Management Consoles

IBM 7042 Hardware Management Consoles

Manage your IBM Power Systems infrastructure with reliable IBM 7042 Hardware Management Consoles (HMCs) at Data Tech Computer. These dedicated appliances provide centralized, out-of-band management for configuration, monitoring, virtualization, firmware updates, diagnostics, and remote service across IBM Power servers. The 7042 series (including 7042-CR4, CR5, CR6, CR7, CR8, CR9) supports a wide range of Power generations — from Power5 through Power11 — ensuring secure, efficient administration for AIX, IBM i, and Linux environments.

Key Benefits of IBM 7042 HMCs

  • Centralized control for multiple Power Systems servers via web-based interface
  • Full support for PowerVM virtualization, logical partitioning, Capacity on Demand, and firmware management
  • Secure out-of-band management with dedicated network ports
  • Compatibility across Power generations (Power5 to Power11, depending on HMC version and firmware level)
  • Rack-mount (1U or 2U) or desktop/tower form factors
  • Redundant power supplies and RAID storage in most models for high availability
  • Regular updates via IBM Fix Central for ongoing security and feature enhancements
  • 60-day warranty from Data Tech Computer (plus any remaining IBM support)
  • Ideal for data centers, enterprises, and organizations requiring robust Power Systems management

Browse our featured IBM 7042 Hardware Management Console models below, including various generations and configurations.

IBM 7042 models:

  • IBM 7042-CR4 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console. 7042-CR4 HMC
  • IBM 7042-CR5 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console 7042-CR5 HMC
  • IBM 7042-CR6 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console. 7042-CR6 HMC
  • IBM 7042-CR7 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console. 7042-CR7 HMC
  • IBM 7042-CR8 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console. 7042-CR8 HMC
  • IBM 7042-CR9 Rack-mounted Hardware Management Console. 7042-CR9 HMC