Product Description
IBM iSeries Model 8204 E8A 4966 4.2 GHz 9200-32650 CPW 2-8 Core
Maximize enterprise performance with the IBM iSeries Model 8204-E8A featuring the 4966 Processor, a highly scalable Power 550 Express server built for demanding IBM i workloads. This configuration delivers powerful throughput with a 9200-32650 CPW rating on a configurable 2-8 core POWER6 processor at 4.2 GHz (P20 software tier), providing exceptional capacity for complex applications, extensive databases, virtualization, and high-volume multi-user scenarios. It features integrated high-performance networking, storage, memory, and media components for reliable, ready-to-run deployment.
The 8204-E8A with 4966 Processor offers dependable processing in IBM i or OS/400 environments, including 8 GB DDR2 memory (expandable up to 256 GB), 278 GB SAS DASD in RAID-supported configuration (2x 139 GB 15K RPM drives), quad-port Gigabit Ethernet, and a slimline DVD-RAM drive. The system unit includes 6 disk slots (minimum 2 drives required) for flexible storage expansion, plus entitlements for one processor and one operating system.
This comprehensive system supports organizations operating advanced IBM mid-range environments, with robust expansion options via compatible memory DIMMs, additional SAS disks, and adapters.
Key Features
- Processor Performance: 4966 POWER6 configurable 2-8 core at 4.2 GHz with 9200-32650 CPW (P20 tier).
- Memory Configuration: 8 GB (2x 4096 MB RDIMMs, 1066 MHz; expandable to 256 GB).
- Storage Capacity: 278 GB 15K RPM SAS DASD (2x 139 GB drives) with RAID support.
- Networking: Quad-port 1 Gb/s Ethernet (HEA daughter card).
- Media Drive: SATA slimline DVD-RAM for installation, backups, and media operations.
- Expandability: 6 disk slots in system unit; supports additional DASD and adapters.
- Entitlements: One processor, one operating system.
- Complete Configuration: Ready-to-deploy with all specified components.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | 8204-E8A |
| Processor / Feature Code | 4966 (P20) |
| Processor Type | POWER6 configurable 2-8 Core |
| Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| CPW Rating | 9200-32650 CPW |
| Memory | 8 GB (4523 8192 MB RDIMMs, 1066 MHz) |
| Storage | 278 GB 15K RPM SAS DASD (3677 139 GB x2) |
| RAID Support | Yes |
| Ethernet | Quad-port 1 Gb/s (5624 HEA Daughter Card) |
| Media Drive | DVD-RAM (5762 SATA Slimline) |
| Disk Slots | 6 (minimum 2 drives) |
| Entitlements | 1 Processor, 1 OS |
| Operating System | IBM i / OS/400 entitlement included |
| Warranty | 60 days |
Compatibility
The IBM iSeries Model 8204-E8A with 4966 Processor is compatible with IBM i and OS/400 operating system environments, supporting legacy and modern IBM iSeries/Power Systems applications. It integrates with standard peripherals, Ethernet networks, and supports expansion with compatible DDR2 memory DIMMs, SAS disks, and adapters per Power 550 architecture. Ideal for high-performance mid-range to enterprise-level business software, databases, and virtualized workloads on IBM platforms.
Configuration
IBM iSeries Model 8204 E8A 4966 4.2 GHz 9200-32650 CPW 2-8 Core
- 278GB 15K RPM SAS DASD
- 8GB Memory
- 4 Port 1GB/Sec
- Ethernet
- DVD ROM
- 9200-32650 CPW
IBM 8204 E8A Power 550 Express Server IBM iSeries Processor (#4966): 7750-27600 CPW, 4.2 GHz, Power6 2-8Core Processor SW Tier: P20 iSeries Memory: 8 GB to 256 GB iSeries Disk Drives: Minimum of 2 Disc Drives with 6 slots in system unit Configuration includes: 5624 Quad-Port 1GB HEA Daughter Card, 3677 139GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive (QTY=2), 4523 8192MB (2x4096MB) RDIMMS, 1066 MHZ, 5762 SATA Slimline DVD-RAM Drive, one processor entitlement, and one operating system entitlement.
