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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 2078-AF3
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM V5000 SFF Controller kit (part number 2078-AF3) delivers a compact, high-performance storage solution that integrates power supplies and controller modules in a single small form factor chassis. Designed for data centers, remote offices and edge deployments, this system provides reliable I/O processing while minimizing space and power consumption.
Key Features
- All-in-one package includes dual hot-swap power supplies and redundant controller cards
- Small form factor (SFF) design fits standard 19-inch racks with a depth of less than 600 mm
- Supports up to eight SAS or SATA drives for flexible storage configurations
- Enterprise grade reliability with built-in fault tolerance and predictive failure analysis
- Integrated management interface compatible with IBM Director and OpenManage tools
- Low power draw - typical consumption under 250 watts per unit
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 2078-AF3
- Controller Architecture: Dual Intel Xeon processor based, up to 2.4 GHz per core
- Memory: Up to 64 GB DDR4 ECC RAM
- Drive Bays: 8 x 2.5 inch hot-swap SAS/SATA bays
- Power Supplies: Two redundant 550 watt AC units, hot-swappable
- Network Interfaces: Dual 10 Gb Ethernet ports with optional Fibre Channel add-on
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius (32 to 104 Fahrenheit)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 438 mm x 44.5 mm x 600 mm
- Weight: Approx 15 kg (33 lbs)
Applications
- Virtualization hosts that require high I/O throughput and fast storage access
- Database servers handling transaction intensive workloads
- Backup and archival systems needing reliable, scalable capacity
- Edge computing nodes where space and power are limited but performance cannot be compromised
- High-performance computing clusters that benefit from low latency storage connectivity
This IBM V5000 SFF Controller kit offers a balanced mix of performance, density and manageability, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to modernize their infrastructure without sacrificing reliability.