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Note: Please refer to the product documentation to resolve any product-specific
Server
The following lists IBM Servers that can be used in a SAN:
v IBM
v IBM
v IBM
v IBM
Fibre Channel host bus adapter
The IBM FAStT Host Adapter is an intelligent, high-performance, direct memory
access (DMA) bus master host adapter designed for high-end systems. The
intelligence and performance of this leading-edge PCI adapter are derived from an
ISP2200A chip.
The ISP2200A chip combines a powerful RISC processor, a fibre protocol module
(FPM) with gigabit transceivers, and a 64-bit peripheral component interconnect
(PCI) local bus interface in a single-chip solution. The IBM FAStT Host Adapter is
compatible with all Fibre Channel peripherals that support private loop direct attach
(PLDA) and fabric loop attach (FLA).
Fibre Channel RAID controller enclosure unit
The IBM FAStT500 RAID controller enclosure unit provides dual, redundant
controllers with Fibre Channel interfaces to both the host and drive channels. The
controller unit has redundant cooling, redundant power, and battery backup of the
controller cache.
Designed to provide maximum host and drive side redundancy, the controller
enclosure unit supports direct attachment of up to four hosts containing two host
adapters each. Using externally managed hubs and switches in conjunction with the
RAID controller unit, you can build even larger configurations.
FAStT500 RAID Controller enclosure unit features include:
v Dual RAID controller units
v Support for up to 220 HDDs in a dual-loop
v Built-in fail-over protection; no single point of failure
v Two host and two drive mini-hubs included
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IBM Fibre Channel: Basic SAN Configuration Setup Guide
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xSeries mission-critical servers
xSeries mission-critical servers contain features that help deliver superior
performance and scalability. xSeries mission-critical servers deliver unmatched
performance and reliability through IBM X-architecture technology.
xSeries price/performance servers
These servers offer fast Intel
industry-leading performance benchmarks. Integrated features and bundled
software enhance the value and performance of these economical servers.
xSeries value servers
xSeries value servers offer an affordable, off-the-shelf solution that provides a
high-quality design, craftsmanship, and bundled software.
xSeries rack-optimized servers
xSeries rack-optimized servers have ample room for expansion and options. For
heavy-duty computing capability in minimal space, xSeries rack-optimized servers
and options can help any organization that needs to maximize its computing
space.
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processors, excellent scalability, and
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