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- In Stock: 5
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 44V2780
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 18.00lb
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Overview
The IBM Power5 System Backplane (part number 44V2780) is a high-performance, carrier-grade backplane designed to interconnect Power5 processors, memory modules, I/O adapters and storage subsystems in a single, reliable chassis. Engineered for enterprise data centers, this backplane provides the bandwidth and signal integrity required for mission critical workloads such as large scale transaction processing, analytics and virtualization.
Key Features
- Robust 64-bit, 133 MHz bus architecture delivering up to 8.5 GB/s aggregate throughput
- Modular design supports hot-swap of compute and I/O cards without system downtime
- Advanced error detection and correction (EDC) to ensure data integrity across all channels
- Built-in redundancy with dual power and cooling paths for maximum availability
- Compatibility with IBM Power5 servers, storage enclosures and networking adapters
Technical Specifications
- Form factor: 19 inch rackmount, 6U height
- Connector type: High-density, pin-and-socket connectors supporting up to 96 signal lines per slot
- Power consumption: Typical 250 watts, peak 300 watts
- Operating temperature: 10 to 35 degrees Celsius (50 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Environmental compliance: RoHS, WEEE
Applications
The Power5 System Backplane is ideal for:
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and financial transaction systems
- High-performance computing (HPC) clusters that require low latency interconnects
- Virtualization platforms hosting dozens of virtual machines per server
- Data warehousing and business intelligence environments
- Mission critical web hosting and cloud infrastructure
By integrating the IBM Power5 System Backplane into your infrastructure, you gain a scalable, reliable foundation that maximizes the performance of your Power5 assets while simplifying cable management and reducing overall system complexity.