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- In Stock: 6
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 97P2477
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM Rio/hsl-2 Controller Card (part number 97P2477) is a high-performance interface solution designed for demanding server and workstation environments. Built to deliver reliable, low-latency communication between the host system and peripheral devices, this controller card supports multiple bus standards and offers flexible configuration options that simplify integration into existing IBM infrastructure.
Key Features
- Compact PCI form factor for easy installation in standard chassis
- Supports both 32-bit and 64-bit operating modes
- High throughput with up to 200 MB per second sustained data rate
- Advanced error detection and correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity
- Plug-and-play compatibility with IBM Power Systems and compatible x86 platforms
- Configurable interrupt handling for optimized system performance
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 97P2477
- Bus Interface: PCI Express Gen1 x4 lanes (compatible with legacy PCI)
- Power Consumption: Typical 12 watts, maximum 15 watts
- Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 6.5 inches (L) x 3.9 inches (W) x 1.2 inches (H)
- Supported Operating Systems: IBM AIX, Linux, Windows Server 2008 and later
- Connector Types: Dual RJ45 ports for Ethernet, one DB-9 serial port
- Firmware: Upgradable via standard IBM firmware update utilities
Typical Applications
- Enterprise data center servers requiring high speed I/O expansion
- High performance computing clusters where low latency communication is critical
- Storage area network (SAN) gateways that need reliable controller interfaces
- Industrial automation systems that demand robust error handling and continuous operation
- Virtualization platforms that benefit from dedicated hardware offload for network traffic
This IBM Rio/hsl-2 Controller Card delivers the performance, reliability and flexibility needed to keep modern IT infrastructures running at peak efficiency.