Product Description
The IBM 5604 Memory Riser Card (Part Number: 74Y3278) is an optional memory expansion component designed for IBM Power Systems running IBM i, AIX, or Linux. Featuring 8 DDR3 DIMM sockets, it doubles memory capacity in compatible servers, supporting up to 128GB or 256GB depending on the system. This riser card enhances performance for enterprise applications like virtualization and database management.
Key Features
- 8 DDR3 DIMM Sockets: Supports up to 8 memory modules for expansion.
- Paired DIMM Installation: Requires memory DIMMs to be installed in pairs.
- Memory Support: Compatible with 8GB and 16GB DDR3 memory features.
- Low-Profile Design: Fits seamlessly in supported Power7 servers.
- Enhanced Capacity: Enables up to 128GB (Power 720) or 256GB (Power 740).
- High Reliability: Built for enterprise-grade performance and stability.
- 60-Day Warranty: Includes a 60-day warranty for reliability.
- Part Number: 74Y3278, for precise system compatibility.
- Optional Expansion: Adds to base riser for increased memory slots.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: 74Y3278
- Feature Code: 5604
- CCIN: Not specified
- Memory Slots: 8 DDR3 DIMM sockets
- Memory Support: 8GB, 16GB DDR3 DIMMs (installed in pairs)
- Maximum Capacity: Up to 128GB (8202-E4B/E4C/E4D), 256GB (8205-E6B)
- Form Factor: Low-profile memory riser card
- Supported Systems: 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B
Compatibility
The IBM 5604 Memory Riser Card is designed for IBM Power Systems, providing additional memory slots for enhanced performance in applications like virtualization and database management. Below are the compatibility details:
- Supported Models:
- Power7: 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D (Power 720), 8205-E6B (Power 740)
- Operating System: IBM i V6R1 or later, AIX, Linux (Power7-compatible versions).
- Memory Requirements: Requires 8GB or 16GB DDR3 DIMMs installed in pairs.
- Restrictions:
- Compatible only with Power7 systems listed above.
- Not compatible with non-Power7 systems or non-DDR3 memory modules.
- One non-featurized riser included in base system; 5604 adds optional slots.
- Maximum capacity depends on system (128GB for Power 720, 256GB for Power 740).
