Name: Flex System Enterprise Chassis
Brand: IBM
Price: 1059.95 USD
Availability: InStock

IBM 8721-HC1 Flex System Enterprise Chassis

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$1,059.95

In Stock: 5
Manufacturer: IBM
Model or Part: 8721-HC1
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 3.00lb

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Description

Overview

The IBM Flex System Enterprise Chassis (model 8721-HC1) is a high-density, modular platform designed to simplify data center deployment and management. Built for enterprise workloads, this chassis integrates compute, storage, networking and power in a single enclosure, allowing IT teams to scale resources quickly while maintaining low footprint and reduced cabling complexity.

Key Features

Scalable architecture supports up to 16 compute nodes or 8 I/O modules per chassis
Unified management through IBM Flex System Manager for streamlined provisioning
Redundant power supplies and fans deliver high availability and fault tolerance
Hot-swap capability enables maintenance without service interruption
Integrated cable management reduces clutter and improves airflow
Support for a broad range of IBM server blades, storage modules and networking adapters

Technical Specifications

Model number: 8721-HC1
Dimensions (H x W x D): 4U height, 23.5 inches width, 27.2 inches depth
Maximum power draw: up to 12 kW per chassis
Power supply options: dual redundant 2200W or 3000W units
Cooling: variable speed fans with intelligent temperature monitoring
Supported operating systems: IBM PowerVM, Linux, Microsoft Windows Server and VMware ESXi
Management interfaces: dedicated management port, Ethernet, and optional Fibre Channel connectivity

Typical Applications

Virtualization farms requiring dense compute resources with easy scaling
Database clusters that demand high performance and continuous availability
Enterprise private cloud deployments where unified management reduces operational overhead
High-performance computing (HPC) workloads that benefit from rapid reconfiguration of blade resources
Converged infrastructure solutions that combine compute, storage and networking in a single chassis

The Flex System Enterprise Chassis delivers the flexibility and reliability needed for modern data centers, helping organizations accelerate deployment cycles while maintaining control over power, cooling and space constraints.