Product Description
The IBM ESA3 PCIe2 1.8GB Cache RAID SAS Adapter Tri-port 6Gb (Part Number: 00FX339) is a high-performance RAID controller designed for IBM Power Systems, offering robust SAS storage connectivity for enterprise data centers. Engineered for industries like finance, healthcare, and retail, this PCIe Gen2 x8 adapter features three Mini-SAS HD connectors, supporting up to 72 HDDs or 24 SSDs in EXP24S, EXP12S, or 5802/5803 drawers. It provides a 1.8GB write-cache with flash memory protection, requiring paired installation for mirrored cache and redundancy. Available refurbished, this cost-effective adapter supports IBM i, AIX, and Linux, making it ideal for businesses upgrading midrange servers or enhancing storage performance. Its energy-efficient design and high availability ensure reliable, scalable solutions for mission-critical applications, streamlining data management and backup processes.
- 1.8GB write-cache with flash memory protection for data integrity during power failures, no batteries needed.
- Three Mini-SAS HD connectors support up to 72 HDDs or 24 SSDs in EXP24S, EXP12S, or 5802/5803 drawers.
- Delivers high-performance RAID controller functionality for Power Systems, enhancing enterprise storage and connectivity.
- Requires paired ESA3 adapters for mirrored cache and redundancy, ensuring high availability in RAID setups.
- Supports IBM i, AIX, and Linux, ideal for diverse workloads in finance, healthcare, and retail sectors.
- Refurbished IBM adapter with a 90-day warranty and free technical support, offering cost-effective reliability.
Technical Specifications
| Feature Codes | ESA3, 5913 |
| Part Numbers | 00FX339, 00E7971, 00E7972, 00E9419 |
| CCIN | 57BB |
| Form Factor | PCIe2 x8 Single Wide, Full-Height, Short |
| Interface | SAS 6 Gbps (Tri-port) |
| Cache | 1.8GB Write-Cache (Flash-Backed) |
| Connectors | 3x Mini-SAS HD (YO, X, AT SAS Cables) |
Compatibility with Power Systems
The IBM ESA3 PCIe2 1.8GB Cache RAID SAS Adapter (00FX339) is compatible with a wide range of IBM Power Systems, ensuring seamless integration for enterprise storage and server upgrades across industries like banking, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics:
- IBM i (V6R1 with RS610-10, V7R1 with RS710-10, VIOS 2.2.3.0), AIX (6.1 or later), Linux (RHEL 6, SLES 11 or later).
- Power Systems models: 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, 8205-E6D, 8231-E2C, 8231-E2D, 8233-E8B, 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8408-E8D, 9080-MHE, 9080-MME, 9117-MMB, 9117-MMC, 9117-MMD, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME, 9179-MHB, 9179-MHC, 9179-MHD, supporting critical workloads.
- Requires PCIe2 x8 slot, paired ESA3 adapter, and SAS AA cable for cache mirroring; supports EXP24S (#5887), EXP12S (#5886), 5802/5803 drawers (max 3 EXP24S or 6 EXP12S).
Note: IBM i requires both ESA3 adapters in the same system/partition; AIX/Linux supports cross-system pairing. Not supported for EXP24S mode 2 dual-half attachment. Double looping recommended for performance with multiple adapters.
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