Product Description
IBM ALBQ SAS Enclosure Attach Card Pair
The IBM ALBQ SAS Enclosure Attach Card Pair provides high-speed SAS connectivity for IBM FlashSystem and compatible storage platforms. Each card delivers dual 12 Gb/s SAS ports for a total of four ports in the matched pair, enabling reliable attachment of SAS expansion enclosures to the control enclosure.
Supplied as a matched pair for active-active or high-availability configurations, these cards ensure continuous data access with full compatibility across FlashSystem 5300, 5600, 7300, 7600, and 9600 series systems.
Key Features of the IBM ALBQ SAS Enclosure Attach Card Pair
• Four 12 Gb/s SAS ports (dual ports per card) for high-throughput enclosure connectivity
• Supplied as a matched pair for redundant I/O configurations
• PCIe form factor with standard bracket for easy installation in control enclosures
• Support for SAS expansion enclosures (12G, 24G, and 92G)
• Advanced error correction and link-level reliability features
• Hot-plug capable in supported FlashSystem nodes
• Full integration with IBM Storage Virtualize for seamless expansion drawer management
• Optimized for tiered storage pools and high-capacity scaling in IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | ALBQ |
| Port Speed | 12 Gb/s SAS (per port) |
| Ports | 4 ports total (2 ports per card in supplied pair) |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Form Factor | Standard low-profile PCIe adapter card |
| Compatibility | FlashSystem 5300, 5600, 7300, 7600, 9600 and compatible Storwize platforms |
Virtualization, Security and Reliability
Every IBM ALBQ SAS Enclosure Attach Card Pair purchased from DataTechComputer.com is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.
