Product Description
IBM ALBL 10 Gb Ethernet 4 Port Adapter Cards (Pair)
The IBM ALBL is a pair of 10 Gb Ethernet adapter cards designed for the IBM FlashSystem 5200. It provides high-speed Ethernet connectivity for iSCSI host attachment, replication, and system communication.
Product Description
The IBM ALBL (feature code ALBL, FRU/part number 03GH773) supplies a matched pair of 10 Gb Ethernet 4-port adapter cards for the IBM FlashSystem 5200 (machine type 4662, models 6H2 and UH6). Each adapter delivers four 10 Gbps Ethernet ports with SFP+ transceivers, enabling high-bandwidth iSCSI (and FCoE where supported) connectivity to hosts, switches, and other systems. These adapters expand the system’s Ethernet host interface options beyond the onboard ports and are ideal for environments that require reliable, high-performance Ethernet-based storage connectivity, including IBM Power Systems workloads.
Features
- Pair of 10 Gb Ethernet 4-port adapter cards
- 10 Gbps per port with SFP+ transceivers
- Supports iSCSI host connectivity
- Suitable for host attachment, replication, and inter-system communication
- Hot-plug capable in supported FlashSystem node canisters
- Full integration with IBM Storage Virtualize
- Provides redundant, high-availability connectivity when installed as a pair
- Expands Ethernet connectivity options on the FlashSystem 5200
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ALBL
- Part Number / FRU: 03GH773 x2
- Description: 10 Gb Ethernet 4 Port Adapter Cards (Pair)
- Port Speed: 10 Gbps
- Ports: 4 ports per adapter (8 ports total in the pair)
- Transceivers: SFP+ (included)
- Compatibility: IBM FlashSystem 5200 (4662-6H2 / 4662-UH6)
- Function: iSCSI host I/O, replication, and clustering
Compatibility
The IBM ALBL 10 Gb Ethernet 4 Port Adapter Cards (Pair) is compatible with:
- Storage Systems: IBM FlashSystem 5200 (machine type 4662, models 6H2 and UH6)
- Environments: Systems running IBM Storage Virtualize
- Host Connectivity: Ethernet networks using iSCSI (and FCoE where supported)
- Limitations: Must be installed in matching pairs across node canisters for proper redundancy. Verify exact slot placement rules, transceiver compatibility, and firmware requirements via IBM documentation.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
