Product Description
IBM 8284 22A pSeries AIX Power8 Server EPXL 8-Core
The IBM Power System S822 (8284-22A) with EPXL 8-core processor is a robust 2U rack-mount server from the POWER8 family, optimized for AIX workloads in enterprise environments. This configuration features an 8-core POWER8 processor at 4.15 GHz, delivering high throughput for demanding applications. It includes 32 GB DDR3 memory (scalable up to 1 TB with limitations on this processor module), dual 300 GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-3 disk drives (total 600 GB), a 2-port 10/1 GbE BaseT RJ45 Ethernet adapter, DVD-RAM drive, EJ0T storage backplane with 12 SFF-3 bays, and all necessary components for rack-mount deployment. The server supports AIX operating system natively, with PowerVM virtualization capabilities for flexible partitioning and resource allocation.
Key Features
- Processor: EPXL 8-core POWER8 at 4.15 GHz (single socket configuration).
- Memory: 32 GB DDR3 (2 x 16 GB CDIMM; scalable, but max 512 GB with 16/32 GB DIMMs on this module).
- Storage: 600 GB (2 x 300 GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-3 4K block drives) with RAID support.
- Connectivity: 2-port 10/1 GbE BaseT RJ45 Ethernet adapter.
- Media: DVD-RAM drive included.
- Backplane: EJ0T with 12 SFF-3 bays and DVD bay.
- Form Factor: 2U rack-mount.
- Reliability: Enterprise-class with hot-plug components and high-availability design.
- Software: AIX support (PowerVM for virtualization).
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Type Model | 8284-22A (Power S822) |
| Processor Feature | EPXL |
| Processor Type/Speed | 8-core POWER8 / 4.15 GHz |
| Cores/Threads | 8 cores (single socket) |
| Memory | 32 GB DDR3 (max 512 GB with 16/32 GB DIMMs on this module; up to 1 TB possible with higher DIMMs in general) |
| DASD | 600 GB (2 x 300 GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-3) |
| Ethernet | 2-port 10/1 GbE BaseT RJ45 adapter |
| Storage Bays | 12 SFF-3 bays + DVD bay (EJ0T backplane) |
| Form Factor | 2U rack-mount |
| Operating System | AIX (PowerVM supported) |
| Warranty | 60 days |
This configuration emphasizes balanced performance for AIX workloads, with options for memory and storage expansions. Note that the EPXL processor has specific restrictions, including a max ambient temperature of 30°C and limited support for certain low-profile PCIe adapters in the system unit.
Compatibilities
The IBM Power S822 8284-22A (EPXL) is compatible with:
- AIX operating system (versions supported on POWER8).
- PowerVM for virtualization and logical partitioning.
- IBM Power Systems storage and peripherals via SAS/SFF-3 bays and PCIe Gen3 slots.
- Ethernet networks and compatible adapters.
- Backward compatibility with AIX applications from prior Power generations.
- Enterprise workloads in rack environments, with support for high-availability clustering and data-intensive tasks.
Experience reliable, high-core POWER8 performance for AIX with this compact 2U server, ideal for efficient enterprise operations in data center setups.
Configuration
IBM pSeries AIX Power8 Model 8284-22A EPXL 8-Core
- 600GB 15K RPM SAS DASD
- 32 GB Memory
- 2 Port 10/1GbE BaseT RJ45 Adapter
- Rack mount
IBM 8284-22A Power System S822 8-Core Processor EPXL: 4.1 GHz, Power8 8-Core Processor. Memory: 32GB to 1TB, pSeries Disk Drives: Minimum of 2 Disk Drives with 12 slots in the system unit. Configuration includes: 5771 DVD-RAM, EJ0T Storage Backplane 12 SFF-3 Bays/DVD Bay, EM83 16GB CDIMM DDR3 Memory (QTY=2), EN0X LP 2-Port 10/1GBE BaseT RJ45 Adapter, ESFB 300GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-3 4K Block Disk Drive (QTY=2).
