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IBM iSeries Power 8 Servers

The IBM iSeries Power8 Servers subcategory on DataTechComputer.com offers a selection of refurbished and custom-configured IBM Power Systems servers from the POWER8 generation, optimized for IBM i, AIX, and Linux workloads. These 2U and 4U rack-mount systems deliver excellent performance for enterprise applications, virtualization (PowerVM), databases, ERP, and hybrid cloud environments. POWER8 processors feature high core counts, large L3 cache, SMT8 threading, and hardware acceleration for encryption and analytics. All systems are tested, come with IBM i entitlement options (where applicable), and include 60-day warranty.

Key Power8 Models & Configurations

S822 (8284-22A): 2U rack, single-socket, 8-core (EPXL / EPX0 / EPX5 / EPX6), up to 32 threads, 4.15 GHz typical.
S824 (8284-24A): 2U rack, dual-socket options, up to 24 cores, higher CPW for demanding workloads.
S814 (9113-22A / 8286-41A): 4U rack/tower convertible, single-socket, 4–12 cores.
S824L (8286-42A): 4U rack, dual-socket, large memory configurations (up to 2 TB DDR3/DDR4).
E870 / E880 (9119-MME / MHE): Enterprise-class, higher core counts (up to 192 threads), massive scalability.

Typical Specifications (Common Across Listings)

Processor: POWER8 (single or dual-socket), cores 4–24 per system, 3.52–4.19 GHz.
Performance: CPW ratings vary widely (e.g., 20,000–100,000+ CPW on higher-core configs; IBM i tier P10–P30).
Memory: 32 GB–512 GB DDR3/DDR4 base (scalable to 1–2 TB depending on model and DIMMs).
Storage: SAS/SFF-3 bays, 300 GB–1.8 TB 15K RPM HDD or SSD (RAID-5/6/10 support).
Connectivity: Multiple 1/10 GbE ports/adapters, PCIe Gen3 slots for expansion.
Form Factor: 2U or 4U rack-mount (some tower convertible).
Operating Systems: IBM i 7.1–7.4, AIX 7.1+, Linux (RHEL/SLES/Ubuntu), PowerVM virtualization.
Reliability: Redundant hot-swap power/cooling, concurrent maintenance, EnergyScale.
Warranty: 60 days (from seller; extended IBM support available on many units).

These POWER8 servers remain popular for cost-effective IBM i upgrades, virtualization hosting, and workloads not requiring the latest Power10/Power11 features.