IBM Power 710 Express server offers IBM POWER7 technology in 2U rack-mount configuration
IBM United States Hardware Announcement 111-170October 12, 2011
ENUS111-170.PDF
(Corrected on October 18, 2011)
Features 3586 and 3587 were removed.
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The Power® 710 is fueled by the outstanding performance and energy efficiency of the POWER7® processor with a choice of AIX®, IBM® i, or Linux™ operating systems and solutions from thousands of ISVs that can set your business apart from the competition -- all in a 2U rack-mount package.
- Powerful 64-bit 4-core, 6-core, and 8-core POWER7 processor
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- 4-core, 6-core, and 8-core configurations
- Up to 128 GB of memory with optional memory riser cards, optionally augmented with Active Memory™ Expansion
- Rich I/O options in the system unit:
- Five available PCIe Gen2 Low Profile slots
- 1 Gb 2-port Ethernet adapter
- Six disk/solid-state drive (SSD) SAS SFF (small form-factor) bays -- up to 3.6 TB
- Slimline DVD-RAM
- Bay for tape or removable drive (with #EJ0E)
- Integrated SAS/SATA controller with RAID 0, 1, and 10 support for hard disk drive (HDD), SSD, tape, and DVD
- EnergyScale™ technology
- Expansion capabilities for storage drawers
For ordering, contact your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or IBM Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL (Reference: YE001).
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The Power 710 Express® server is a high-performance, energy-efficient, reliable, and secure infrastructure and application server in a dense form factor. As a high-performance infrastructure or application server, the Power 710 Express contains innovative workload-optimizing technologies that are designed to maximize performance based on client computing needs and Intelligent Energy features that are designed to maximize performance and optimize energy efficiency, resulting in one of the most cost-efficient solutions for UNIX™, IBM i, and Linux deployments.
The IBM Power 710 Express server is a 2U rack-mount server with one processor socket offering 4-core 3.0 GHz, 6-core 3.7 GHz, and 8-core 3.55 GHz configurations. The new Power 710 Express model 8231-E1C provides expanded I/O capabilities using the high-performance Gen2 PCIe interfaces.
The Power 710 Express server supports a maximum of eight DDR3 DIMM slots, with four DIMM slots included in the base configuration and four DIMM slots available with an optional memory riser card, allowing for a maximum system memory of 128 GB.
Memory features (two memory DIMMs per feature) supported are 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB and run at speeds of 1066 MHz. Also, the optional Active Memory Expansion can allow the effective maximum memory capacity to be much larger than the true physical memory. Innovative compression or decompression of memory content using processor cycles can allow memory expansion up to 100%. A server with a maximum of 128 GB can effectively be expanded up to 256 GB. This can enhance virtualization and server consolidation by allowing a partition to do significantly more work with the same physical amount of memory or a server to run more partitions and do more work with the same physical amount of memory.
The Power 710 Express server offers three storage backplane options. The first supports three SFF SAS HDDs or SSDs, an SATA DVD, and a half-high tape drive. The second supports six SFF SAS HDDs or SSDs and an SATA DVD. These two choices both provide an integrated SAS controller, offering RAID 0, 1, and 10 support. The third supports six SFF SAS HDDs or SSDs, an SATA DVD, and adds support for Dual Write Cache RAID 5 or 6, and an external SAS port. HDDs and SSDs are hot-swap and front accessible with each of the three alternatives.
Other integrated features include:
- Five PCIe x8 Gen2 Low Profile expansion slots
- 2-port 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Express Adapter (#9056)
- One GX++ slot for potential future expansion
- Service Processor
- Integrated SAS/SATA controller for HDD, SSD, tape, and DVD, supporting RAID 0, 1, and 10; RAID 5 and 6 available
- EnergyScale technology
- Two system ports, three USB ports, and two HMC ports
- Redundant and hot-swap power
- Redundant and hot-swap cooling
Available features offer expansion capabilities for attachment of storage drawers, supporting up to 102 disk bays.
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Refer to the Hardware requirements section and Software requirements section.
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October 21, 2011
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Power 710
Summary of standard features:
- Rack-mount (2U) configuration
- 4-core, 6-core, and 8-core processor modules
- 4-core, 6-core, and 8-core configurations
- 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB of 1066 MHz DDR3 ECC memory (error checking and correcting) memory, expandable to 128 GB
- Three storage backplane options:
- Three SFF SAS HDDs/SSDs, SATA DVD bay, tape drive bay
- Six SFF SAS HDDs/SSDs, SATA DVD bay
- Six SFF SAS HDDs/SSDs, SATA DVD bay, Dual Write Cache SAS RAID, external SAS port
- Five PCIe x8 Gen2 slots
- One GX++ slot
- Integrated:
- Service Processor
- EnergyScale technology
- Hot-swap and redundant cooling
- Three USB ports, two system ports, and two HMC ports
- One power supply
- 1725 Watt AC, Hot-swap
- Additional power supply available for redundant power
The minimum initial order must include a processor module, processor activations, memory, one HDD/SSD, a storage backplane, a LAN adapter, a power supply and power cord, an operating system indicator, and a Language Group Specify.
If IBM i is the Primary Operating System (#2145), the initial order must also include one additional HDD/SSD, Mirrored System Disk Level Specify Code, and a System Console Indicator. A DVD is defaulted on every order but may be de-selected.
The minimum defined initial order configuration, if no choice is made, when AIX or Linux is the primary operating system is:
Description Feature number 0/4 core 3.0 GHz POWER7 Processor Module EPC1 4 Processor Activations 4 x EPD1 4 GB (2 x 4096 MB) Memory EM04 146.8 GB 15k SFF HDD 1886 Storage Backplane for 2.5-inch Drives EJ0E /SATA DVD/Tape 2-Port 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Express Adapter 9056 Power Supply, 1725 Watt AC 5603 Language Group Specify 9300/97xx Primary Operating System Indicator - IBM AIX 2146 or 2147 (#2146) or Linux (2147) One Power Cord 6xxx
Note: No internal DASD is required if feature 0837 (Boot from
SAN) is selected. A Fibre Channel or Fibre Channel over Ethernet adapter
must be ordered if feature 0837 is selected.
The minimum defined initial order configuration, if no choice is made, when IBM i is the primary operating system is:
Description Feature number 0/4 core 3.0 GHz POWER7 Processor Module EPC1 4 Processor Activations 4 x EPD1 4 GB (2 x 4096 MB) Memory EM04 139.5 GB 15K RPM SAS SFF HDD 2 x 1888 Storage Backplane for six SFF Drives/SATA EJ0F DVD bay/Dual Write Cache SAS RAID, external SAS port 2-Port 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Express Adapter 9056 Power Supply, 1725 Watt AC 5603 Language Group Specify 9300/97xx) Primary Operating System Indicator - IBM i 2145 Mirrored System Disk Level Specify Code 0040 IBM i 6.1.1 or IBM i 7.1 indicator 0566 or 0567 System Console on HMC Indicator 5550 One Power Cord 6xxx
Notes:
- When IBM i is the primary operating system (#2145), a DVD-ROM or DVD-RAM must be accessible by the Power 710. A DVD will be defaulted on every order but may be de-selected.
- No internal DASD is required if feature 0837 (Boot from SAN) is selected. A Fibre Channel or Fibre Channel over Ethernet adapter must be ordered if feature 0837 is selected.
IBM Editions
IBM Editions are available only as initial order.
If you order a Power 710 server, IBM Edition as defined below, you can qualify for half the initial configuration's processor core activations at no additional charge.
The total memory (based on the number of cores) and the quantity/size of disks, SSDs, Fibre Channel adapters, or Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) adapters shipped with the server are the only features that determine if a customer is entitled to a processor activation at no additional charge.
Specifically, with an IBM Edition, processor activations for the processor module options are:
Power 710
- 3.0 GHz 4-core processor module (#EPC1)
- 2 x #EPD1 (chargeable) and 2 x #EPE1 (no-charge) with 4-core (1 x #EPC1) configuration
- 3.7 GHz 6-core processor module (#EPC2)
- 3 x #EPD2 (chargeable) and 3 x #EPE2 (no-charge) with 6-core (1 x #EPC2) configuration
- 3.55 GHz 8-core processor module (#EPC3)
- 4 x #EPD3 (chargeable) and 4 x #EPE3 (no-charge) with 8-core (1 x #EPC3) configuration
When you purchase an IBM Edition, you can purchase an AIX, IBM i, or Linux operating system license, or you may choose to purchase the system with no operating system. The AIX, IBM i, or Linux operating system is processed via a feature number on AIX 5.3, 6.1, or 7.1; IBM i 6.1.1 or IBM i 7.1; and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server or Red Hat Enterprise Linux. If you choose AIX 5.3, 6.1, or 7.1 for your primary operating system, you can also order IBM i 6.1.1 or IBM i 7.1 and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server or Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The converse is true if you choose an IBM i or Linux subscription as your primary operating system.
Processor modules and processor activations are only available to Solution Delivery Integration (SDIs) as MES orders.
IBM Edition minimum memory definition details:
A minimum of 1 GB memory per core on the 4-core Power 710 and 2 GB memory per core on the 6-core and 8-core Power 710 is needed to qualify for the IBM Edition. There can be different valid memory configurations that meet the minimum requirement.
Edition minimum disk/SSD/Fibre Channel/FCoE definition details:
- A minimum of two HDD, two SSD, or two Fibre Channel adapters,
or two FCoE adapters. You only need to meet one of these disk/SSD/FC/FCoE
criteria. Partial criteria cannot be combined.
- Two SAS HDDs -- any capacity drives located in the system unit, feature 5886 DASD drawer, or feature 5887 DASD drawer qualify.
- Two SAS SSDs -- any capacity drives located in the system unit, feature 5886 DASD drawer, or feature 5887 DASD drawer qualify.
- Two SSD Modules with eMLC (#1995/#1996) -- modules located in the system unit with feature 2053 qualify.
- Two Fibre Channel PCI-e adapters located in the system unit.
- Two Fibre Channel over Ethernet PCI-e adapters located in the system unit.
These sample configurations can be changed as needed and still qualify for processor entitlements at no additional charge. However, selection of total memory or HDD/SSD/Fibre Channel/FCoE adapter quantities smaller than the totals defined as the minimums disqualifies the order as an IBM Edition and the no-charge processor activations are then removed.
Multiple sample POWER7 IBM Edition configurations are provided in the IBM internal configurator tool, including:
- 3.0 GHz 4-core processor module
- 3.7 GHz 6-core processor module
- 3.55 GHz 8-core processor module
Dynamic logical partitioning
The dynamic logical partitioning (LPAR) function provides enhanced resource management for the Power 710 Express server. Dynamic LPAR allows available system resources to be quickly and easily configured across multiple logical partitions to meet the rapidly changing needs of your business.
Dynamic LPAR also allows you to add new system resources such as new HDDs or SSDs into your system's configuration without requiring a reboot. Without the optional PowerVM™ Standard Edition (#5227) or PowerVM Enterprise Edition (#5228) feature, as many as eight LPARs are supported in an 8-core Power 710. If the PowerVM Standard or Enterprise Edition feature is installed in the system, a maximum of 10 dynamic LPARs for each physical processor can be defined, with a Power 710 system maximum of 80 dynamic LPARs.
An HMC or IVM is required to manage the Power 710 (8231-E1C) implementing partitioning. Multiple Power 710 servers can be supported by a single HMC.
If an HMC is used to manage the Power 710, the HMC must be a CR3, or later, model rack-mount HMC or C05, or later, deskside HMC.
When IBM Systems Director is used to manage an HMC or if the HMC manages more than 254 partitions, the HMC should have 3 GB of RAM minimum and be a CR3 model, or later, rack-mount or C06, or later, deskside.
PowerVM Editions (optional)
Three optional PowerVM Edition features are now available on the Power 710 Express Edition, PowerVM Standard Edition, and PowerVM Enterprise Edition. These are managed using built-in Integrated Virtualization Manager (IVM) software or optionally through use of an HMC.
PowerVM Standard Edition (#5227) and PowerVM Enterprise Edition (#5228) allow customers to create partitions in units of less than 1 CPU (sub-CPU LPARs) and allow the same system I/O to be virtually added to these partitions. The optional features, available for a fee, also include a software component that provides cross-partition workload management.
PowerVM Standard and Enterprise Editions offer:
- Micro-Partitioning® (up to 10 partitions per processor core, 80 per Power 710 system )
- Virtualized disk and optical devices (VIOS)
- Automated CPU reconfiguration
- Real-time partition configuration and load statistics
- Support for dedicated and shared processor LPAR groups
- Support for manual provisioning of resources
At initial order entry, selecting feature number 5227 or 5228 will result in Micro-Partitioning to be enabled during manufacture and the enabling software media and publications to be shipped to the customer. When ordering feature number 5227 or 5228 as an MES, an activation key will be posted on an IBM website, and the customer must retrieve it and install it on the system.
The IBM website is
Other features of PowerVM Editions:
- If any processors in a system have the Virtualization feature, all active processors must have it.
- Once the Virtualization feature is installed in a system, it cannot be removed.
- Virtual Ethernet and Virtual Storage are part of PowerVM Editions.
PowerVM Enterprise Edition also includes Live Partition Mobility, which allows for the movement of a logical partition from one POWER6® or POWER7 server to another with no application downtime, and Active Memory Sharing, which dynamically reallocates memory between running logical partitions on a server. Also available is PowerVM Express (#5225), designed for users looking for an introduction to more advanced virtualization features at a highly affordable price. With PowerVM Express and IVM, users can create up to three partitions on the server, leverage VIOS, utilize Shared Dedicated Capacity to help optimize use of processor cycles, and even try out the Shared Processor Pool. With its intuitive browser-based interface, IVM is easy to use and helps reduce the time and effort required to manage virtual devices, processors, and partitions. An HMC is not required.
Notes:
- PowerVM 2.1.2.11 with Fix Pack 22.1 and Service Pack 1, or later, and a supported AIX or Linux operating system level are minimum requirements for performing Live Partition Mobility functions on POWER7. Refer to the Software requirements section for more information on minimum AIX and Linux operating system levels.
- Active Memory Sharing is planned to be supported with the availability of SLES 11 SP1.
Customers can upgrade from PowerVM Express to either PowerVM Standard or PowerVM Enterprise, or they can upgrade from PowerVM Standard to PowerVM Enterprise.
By upgrading to PowerVM Standard or PowerVM Enterprise, users gain the ability to create up to 80 logical partitions on the Power 710. Users also gain the ability to manage their PowerVM enabled machine with either an HMC or the Integrated Virtualization Manager.
By upgrading to PowerVM Enterprise, users can leverage Live Partition Mobility and Active Memory Sharing.
I/O drawer availability
Two disk-only I/O drawers are supported, providing large storage capacity and multiple partition support:
- Feature 5886 EXP12S holds 3.5-inch SAS disk or SSD.
- Feature 5887 EXP24S holds 2.5-inch SAS disk or SSD.
A single feature 5886 or 5887 drawer can be cabled to the CEC external SAS port when a feature EJ0F DASD backplane is installed in the 8231-E1C. A 3 Gbps YI cable (#3687) is used to connect the drawer to the CEC external SAS port. Feature 5886 and 5887 drawers are not available with 4-core processor feature EPC1.
EXP 12S SAS Drawer (#5886) (supported only -- not orderable)
The EXP 12S SAS Drawer (#5886) is a 2 EIA drawer and mounts in a 19-inch rack. The drawer can hold either SAS HDDs or SSD. The EXP 12S SAS drawer has twelve 3.5-inch SAS disk bays with redundant data paths to each bay. The drawer supports redundant hot-plug power and cooling and redundant hot-swap SAS expanders (Enclosure Services Manager-ESM). Each ESM has an independent SCSI Enclosure Services (SES) diagnostic processor.
The SAS HDDs or SSDs contained in the EXP12S are controlled by one or two PCIe SAS adapters connected to the EXP12S via SAS cables. The SAS cable will vary, depending upon the adapter being used, the operating system being used, and the protection desired. Twelve SAS bays are controlled by a single controller or a single pair of controllers.
A second EXP12S drawer can be attached to another drawer using two SAS EE cables, providing 24 SAS bays instead of 12 bays for the same SAS controller port. This is called cascading. In this configuration, all 24 SAS bays are controlled by a single controller or a single pair of controllers.
The feature 5886 can also be directly attached to the SAS port on the rear of the Power 710, providing a very low cost disk storage solution. When used this way, the imbedded SAS controllers in the system unit drive the HDDs in EXP12S. A second unit cannot be cascaded to a feature 5886 attached in this way.
EXP24S SFF Gen2-bay Drawer (#5887)
The EXP24S SFF Gen2-bay Drawer is an expansion drawer with twenty-four 2.5-inch form factor (SFF) SAS bays. It supports up to 24 hot-swap SFF SAS HDDs on POWER6 or POWER7 servers in 2U of 19-inch rack space. The EXP24S bays are controlled by SAS adapters or controllers attached to the I/O drawer by SAS X or Y cables.
The SFF bays of the EXP24S are different from the SFF bays of the POWER7 system units or 12X PCIe I/O Drawer (#5802). The EXP24S uses Gen2 or SFF-2 SAS drives that physically do not fit in the Gen1 or SFF-1 bays of the POWER7 system unit or 12X PCIe I/O Drawers or vice versa.
The following SFF-2/Gen2 SAS drives can be used in the EXP24S with the Power 710:
- HDDs
- 10k RPM 283 GB/300 GB (#1956, #1925)
- 10k RPM 571 GB/600 GB (#1962, #1964)
- 15k RRM 139 GB/146 GB (#1947, #1917, #1948, #1953)
The SAS adapters/controllers that support the EXP24S are:
- PCIe Dual-x4 SAS Adapter 3 Gb (#5278)
The integrated SAS controllers that support the EXP24S off the imbedded SAS port on the rear of the server are in:
- The Power 710, 720, 730, 740, 750, 755, 770, and 780
- The Power 520 (8203-E4A) and Power 550 (8204-E8A)
AIX, Linux, and VIOS support all of the above SAS adapters or controllers with the EXP24S.
Up to 24 HDDs can be supported with any of the supported SAS adapters or controllers.
The EXP24S has a fixed-length set of rails that allows it to fit in standard Power Systems™ 19-inch racks such as the 7014-T42 or -T00 or the feature 0551 or 0553.
19-inch racks
The Model 8231-E1C and its I/O drawers are designed to mount in the 25U 7014-S25 (#0555), 36U 7014-T00 (#0551), or the 42U 7014-T42 (#0553) rack. These racks are built to the 19-inch EIA standard. When you order a new 8231 system, you can also order the appropriate 7014 rack model with the system hardware on the same initial order. IBM is making the racks available as features of the 8231-E1C when you order additional I/O drawer hardware for an existing system (MES order). The rack feature number should be used if you want IBM to integrate the newly ordered I/O drawer in a 19-inch rack before shipping the MES order.
1.3-meter rack (#0555 -- supported only)
The 1.3-meter rack (#0555) is a 25 EIA unit rack. The rack is the same rack delivered when you order the 7014-S25 rack.
1.8-meter rack (#0551)
The 1.8-meter rack (#0551) is a 36 EIA unit rack. The rack that is delivered as feature 0551 is the same rack delivered when you order the 7014-T00 rack; the included features may be different. Some features that are delivered as part of the 7014-T00 must be ordered separately with the feature 0551. Order the feature 0551 only when required to support rack integration of MES orders prior to shipment from IBM.
2.0-meter rack (#0553)
The 2.0-meter rack (#0553) is a 42 EIA unit tall rack. The rack that is delivered as feature 0553 is the same rack delivered when you order the 7014-T42 rack; the included features may be different. Some features that are delivered as part of the 7014-T42 must be ordered separately with the feature 0553. Order the feature 0553 only when required to support rack integration of MES orders prior to shipment from IBM.
IBM Power Systems Deployment-ready Services
IBM offers a portfolio of integration, configuration, and customization services for IBM Power Systems. These Deployment-ready Services are designed to accelerate customer solution deployment and reduce related resources and cost. Offerings include:
- Integration
- Component integration
- Rack integration
- Operating system preinstallation
- Unit personalization
- Third-party hardware/software installation
- Customer-specified placement
- Asset tagging
- Standard tagging Radio Frequency Item Device (RFID)
- Special packaging
- Box consolidation
- System customization
- Remote access partitioning customized operating system or firmware
For more information on Deployment-ready Services, refer to
Reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features
Reliability, fault tolerance, and data correction
The reliability of systems starts with components, devices, and subsystems that are designed to be highly reliable. The POWER7 processor SCM uses lower-voltage technology, improving reliability with stacked latches to reduce soft error (SER) susceptibility. During the design and development process, subsystems go through rigorous verification and integration testing processes. During system manufacturing, systems go through a thorough testing process to help ensure the highest level of product quality.
The system cache and memory offer ECC (error checking and correcting) fault-tolerant features. ECC is designed to correct environmentally induced, single-bit, intermittent memory failures and single-bit hard failures. With ECC, the likelihood of memory failures will be reduced. ECC also provides double-bit memory error detection that helps protect data in the event of a double-bit memory failure.
The AIX and IBM i operating systems provide disk drive mirroring and disk drive controller duplexing. The Linux operating system supports disk drive mirroring (RAID 1) through software, while other RAID protection schemes are provided via hardware RAID adapters.
Memory error correction extensions
The memory has single-bit-error correction and double-bit-error detection ECC circuitry. The ECC code is also designed such that the failure of any one specific memory module within an ECC word by itself can be corrected absent any other fault.
Memory protection features include scrubbing to detect errors, a means to call for the deallocation of memory pages for a pattern of correctable errors detected, and signaling deallocation of a logical memory block when an error occurs that cannot be corrected by the ECC code.
Fault monitoring functions
- When a POWER7 processor-based system is initially powered on, BIST (built-in self-test) and POST (power-on self-test) check processor, cache, memory, and associated hardware required for proper booting of the operating system. If a noncritical error is detected or if the errors occur in resources that can be removed from the system configuration, the restarting process is designed to proceed to completion. The errors are logged in the system nonvolatile RAM (NVRAM).
- Disk drive fault tracking is designed to alert the system administrator of an impending disk drive failure before it impacts customer operation.
Mutual surveillance
The Service Processor monitors the operation of the firmware during the boot process, and also monitors the hypervisor for termination. The hypervisor monitors the Service Processor and will perform a reset/reload if it detects the loss of the Service Processor. If the reset/reload does not correct the problem with the Service Processor, the hypervisor will notify the operating system and the operating system can take appropriate action, including calling for service.
Environmental monitoring functions
POWER7 based servers include a range of environmental monitoring functions:
- Temperature monitoring warns the system administrator of potential environmental-related problems by monitoring the air inlet temperature. When the inlet temperature rises above a warning threshold, the system initiates an orderly shutdown. When the temperature exceeds the critical level or if the temperature remains above the warning level for too long, the system will shut down immediately.
- Fan speed is controlled by monitoring actual temperatures on critical components and adjusting accordingly. If internal component temperatures reach critical levels, the system will shut down immediately, regardless of fan speed. When a redundant fan fails, the system calls out the failing fan and continues running. When a nonredundant fan fails, the system shuts down immediately.
Availability enhancement functions
The POWER7 family of systems continues to offer and introduce significant enhancements designed to increase system availability.
POWER7 processor functions
As in POWER6, the POWER7 processor has the ability to do processor instruction retry and alternate processor recovery for a number of core-related faults. This significantly reduces exposure to both hard (logic) and soft (transient) errors in the processor core. Soft failures in the processor core are transient (intermittent) errors, often due to cosmic rays or other sources of radiation, and generally are not repeatable. When an error is encountered in the core, the POWER7 processor will first automatically retry the instruction. If the source of the error was truly transient, the instruction will succeed and the system will continue as before. On IBM systems prior to POWER6, this error would have caused a checkstop.
Hard failures are more difficult, being true logical errors that will be replicated each time the instruction is repeated. Retrying the instruction will not help in this situation. As in POWER6, POWER7 processors have the ability to extract the failing instruction from the faulty core and retry it elsewhere in the system for a number of faults, after which the failing core is dynamically deconfigured and called out for replacement. These systems are designed to avoid a full system outage.
POWER7 single processor checkstopping
As in POWER6, POWER7 provides single processor checkstopping. This significantly reduces the probability of a fault in any one processor affecting total system availability.
Partition availability priority
Also available is the ability to assign availability priorities to partitions. If an alternate processor recovery event requires spare processor resources in order to protect a workload, when no other means of obtaining the spare resources is available, the system will determine which partition has the lowest priority and attempt to claim the needed resource. On a properly configured POWER7 processor-based server, this allows that capacity to be first obtained from, for example, a test partition instead of a financial accounting system.
POWER7 cache availability
The POWER® processor-based line of servers continues to be at the forefront of cache availability enhancements. The L3 cache is now integrated on the POWER7 processor. The POWER7 processor provides both L2 and L3 cache line delete functions.
Special uncorrectable error handling
Special Uncorrectable Error (SUE) handling was an IBM innovation introduced for POWER5 processors, where an uncorrectable error in memory or cache does not immediately cause the system to terminate. Rather, the system tags the data and determines whether it will ever be used again. If the error is irrelevant, it will not force a checkstop.
PCI extended error handling
PCI extended error handling (EEH)-enabled adapters respond to a special data packet generated from the affected PCI slot hardware by calling system firmware, which will examine the affected bus, allow the device driver to reset it, and continue without a system reboot. For Linux, EEH support extends to the majority of frequently used devices, although some third-party PCI devices may not provide native EEH support.
Predictive failure and dynamic component deallocation
Servers with POWER processors have long had the capability to perform predictive failure analysis on certain critical components such as processors and memory. When these components exhibit certain symptoms that may indicate a failure is imminent, the system can dynamically deallocate and call home, when enabled, about the failing part before the error is propagated system-wide. In many cases, the system will first attempt to reallocate resources in such a way that will avoid unplanned outages. In the event that insufficient resources exist to maintain full system availability, these servers will attempt to maintain partition availability by user-defined priority.
Uncorrectable error recovery
When the auto-restart option is enabled, the system can automatically restart following an unrecoverable software error, hardware failure, or environmentally induced (ac power) failure.
Serviceability
The purpose of serviceability is to repair the system while attempting to minimize or eliminate service cost (within budget objectives), while maintaining high customer satisfaction. Serviceability includes system installation, MES (system upgrades/downgrades), and system maintenance/repair. Depending upon the system and warranty contract, service may be performed by the customer, an IBM representative, or an authorized warranty service provider.
The serviceability features delivered in this system provide a highly efficient service environment by incorporating the following attributes:
- Design for Customer Set Up (CSU), Customer Installed Features (CIF), and Customer Replaceable Units (CRU)
- Error detection and Fault Isolation (ED/FI)
- First Failure Data Capture (FFDC)
- Converged service approach across multiple IBM server platforms
Service environments
The HMC is a dedicated server that provides functions for configuring and managing servers for either partitioned or full-system partition using a GUI or command-line interface (CLI). An HMC attached to the system allows support personnel (with client authorization) to remotely log in to review error logs and perform remote maintenance if required.
The POWER7 processor-based platforms support two main service environments:
- Attachment to one or more HMCs is a supported option by the system. This is the default configuration for servers supporting logical partitions with dedicated or virtual I/O. In this case, all servers have at least one logical partition.
- No HMC. There are two service strategies for non-HMC systems:
- Full system partition: A single partition owns all the server resources and only one operating system may be installed.
- Partitioned system: In this configuration, the system can have more than one partition and can be running more than one operating system. In this environment, partitions are managed by the Integrated Virtualization Manager (IVM), which provides some of the functions provided by the HMC.
Service Interface
The Service Interface allows support personnel to communicate with the service support applications in a server using a console, interface, or terminal. Delivering a clear, concise view of available service applications, the Service Interface allows the support team to manage system resources and service information in an efficient and effective way. Applications available via the Service Interface are carefully configured and placed to give service providers access to important service functions.
Different service interfaces are used, depending on the state of the system and its operating environment. The primary service interfaces are:
- LEDs
- Operator Panel
- Service Processor menu
- Operating system service menu
- Service Focal Point™ on the HMC
- Service Focal Point Lite on IVM
In the light path LED implementation, the system can clearly identify components for replacement by using specific component-level LEDs, and can also guide the servicer directly to the component by signaling (turning on solid) the amber system fault LED, enclosure fault LED, and the component FRU fault LED. The servicer can also use the identify function to blink the FRU-level LED. When this function is activated, a roll-up to the blue enclosure locate and system locate LEDs will occur. These LEDs will turn on solid and can be used to follow the light path from the system to the enclosure and down to the specific FRU.
First Failure Data Capture and Error Data Analysis
First Failure Data Capture (FFDC) is a technique that helps ensure that when a fault is detected in a system, the root cause of the fault will be captured without the need to re-create the problem or run any sort of extending tracing or diagnostics program. For the vast majority of faults, a good FFDC design means that the root cause can also be detected automatically without servicer intervention.
First Failure Data Capture FFDC information, error data analysis, and fault isolation are necessary to implement the advanced serviceability techniques that enable efficient service of the systems and to help determine the failing items.
In the rare absence of FFDC and Error Data Analysis, diagnostics are required to re-create the failure and determine the failing items.
Diagnostics
General diagnostic objectives are to detect and identify problems such that they can be resolved quickly. Elements of IBM's diagnostics strategy include:
- Provide a common error code format equivalent to a system reference code, system reference number, checkpoint, or firmware error code.
- Provide fault detection and problem isolation procedures. Support remote connection ability to be used by the IBM Remote Support Center or IBM Designated Service.
- Provide interactive intelligence within the diagnostics with detailed online failure information while connected to IBM's back-end system.
Automatic diagnostics
Because of the FFDC technology designed into IBM servers, it is not necessary to perform re-create diagnostics for failures or require user intervention. Solid and intermittent errors are designed to be correctly detected and isolated at the time the failure occurs. Runtime and boottime diagnostics fall into this category.
Stand-alone diagnostics
As the name implies, stand-alone or user-initiated diagnostics require user intervention. The user must perform manual steps, including:
- Compact disk-based diagnostics
- Keying in commands
- Interactively selecting steps from a list of choices
Concurrent maintenance
The system will continue to support concurrent maintenance of power, cooling, DASD, DVD, and firmware updates (when possible). The determination of whether a firmware release can be updated concurrently is identified in the readme information file released with the firmware.
Service labels
Service providers use these labels to assist them in performing maintenance actions. Service labels are found in various formats and positions, and are intended to transmit readily available information to the servicer during the repair process. Following are some of these service labels and their purpose:
- Location diagrams: Location diagrams are located on the system hardware, relating information regarding the placement of hardware components. Location diagrams may include location codes, drawings of physical locations, concurrent maintenance status, or other data pertinent to a repair. Location diagrams are especially useful when multiple components are installed such as DIMMs, CPUs, processor books, fans, adapter cards, LEDs, and power supplies.
- Remove/replace procedures: Service labels that contain remove/replace procedures are often found on a cover of the system or in other spots accessible to the servicer. These labels provide systematic procedures, including diagrams, detailing how to remove/replace certain serviceable hardware components.
- Arrows: Numbered arrows are used to indicate the order of operation and serviceability direction of components. Some serviceable parts such as latches, levers, and touch points need to be pulled or pushed in a certain direction and certain order for the mechanical mechanisms to engage or disengage. Arrows generally improve the ease of serviceability.
Packaging for service
The following service enhancements are included in the physical packaging of the systems to facilitate service:
- Color coding (touch points): Terracotta-colored touch points indicate that a component (FRU/CRU) can be concurrently maintained. Blue-colored touch points delineate components that are not concurrently maintained -- those that require the system to be turned off for removal or repair.
- Tool-less design: Selected IBM systems support tool-less or simple tool designs. These designs require no tools or simple tools such as flathead screw drivers to service the hardware components.
- Positive retention: Positive retention mechanisms help to assure proper connections between hardware components such as cables to connectors, and between two cards that attach to each other. Without positive retention, hardware components run the risk of becoming loose during shipping or installation, preventing a good electrical connection. Positive retention mechanisms like latches, levers, thumb-screws, pop Nylatches (U-clips), and cables are included to help prevent loose connections and aid in installing (seating) parts correctly. These positive retention items do not require tools.
Error handling and reporting
In the event of system hardware or environmentally induced failure, the system runtime error capture capability systematically analyzes the hardware error signature to determine the cause of failure. The analysis result will be stored in system NVRAM. When the system can be successfully restarted either manually or automatically, the error will be reported to the operating system. Error Log Analysis (ELA) can be used to display the failure cause and the physical location of the failing hardware.
With the integrated Service Processor, the system has the ability to automatically send out an alert via phone line to a pager or call for service in the event of a critical system failure. A hardware fault will also turn on the amber system fault LED located on the system unit to alert the user of an internal hardware problem. The indicator may also be set to blink by the operator as a tool to allow system identification. For identification, the blue locate LED on the enclosure and at the system level will turn on solid. The amber system fault LED will be on solid when an error condition occurs.
On POWER7 processor-based servers, hardware and software failures are recorded in the system log. When an HMC is attached, an ELA routine analyzes the error, forwards the event to the Service Focal Point (SFP) application running on the HMC, and notifies the system administrator that it has isolated a likely cause of the system problem. The Service Processor event log also records unrecoverable checkstop conditions, forwards them to the SFP application, and notifies the system administrator. Once the information is logged in the SFP application, if the system is properly configured, a call home service request will be initiated and the pertinent failure data with service parts information and part locations will be sent to an IBM Service organization. Customer contact information and specific system-related data such as the machine type, model, and serial number, along with error log data related to the failure are sent to IBM Service.
Service Processor
The Service Processor provides the capability to diagnose, check the status of, and sense the operational conditions of a system. It runs on its own power boundary and does not require resources from a system processor to be operational to perform its tasks.
The Service Processor supports surveillance of the connection to the HMC and to the system firmware (hypervisor). It also provides several remote power control options, environmental monitoring, reset, restart, remote maintenance, and diagnostic functions, including console mirroring. The Service Processors menus (ASMI) can be accessed concurrently with system operation, allowing nondisruptive abilities to change system default parameters.
Call Home
Call Home refers to an automatic or manual call from a customer location to IBM support structure with error log data, server status, or other service-related information. Call Home invokes the service organization in order for the appropriate service action to begin. Call Home can be done through HMC or most non-HMC managed systems. While configuring Call Home is optional, clients are encouraged to implement this feature in order to obtain service enhancements such as reduced problem determination and faster and potentially more accurate transmittal of error information. In general, using the Call Home feature can result in increased system availability. The Electronic Service Agent™ application can be configured for automated call home. Refer to the next section for specific details on this application.
IBM Electronics Services
Electronic Service Agent and the IBM Electronic Services web portal comprise the IBM Electronic Services solution -- dedicated to providing fast, exceptional support to IBM customers. IBM Electronic Service Agent is a no-charge tool that proactively monitors and reports hardware events such as system errors, performance issues, and inventory. Electronic Service Agent can help focus on the customer's company business initiatives, save time, and spend less effort managing day-to-day IT maintenance issues.
Integrated in the operating system in addition to the HMC, Electronic Service Agent is designed to automatically and electronically report system failures and customer-perceived issues to IBM, which can result in faster problem resolution and increased availability. System configuration and inventory information collected by Electronic Service Agent also can be viewed on the secure Electronic Services web portal and used to improve problem determination and resolution between the customer and the IBM support team. As part of an increased focus to provide even better service to IBM customers, Electronic Service Agent tool configuration and activation comes standard with the system. In support of this effort, a new HMC External Connectivity security whitepaper has been published, which describes data exchanges between the HMC and the IBM Service Delivery Center (SDC) and the methods and protocols for this exchange. To read the whitepaper and prepare for Electronic Service Agent installation, go to the "Reference Guide" section at
Select your country.
Click on "IBM Electronic Service Agent Connectivity Guide."
Benefits
Increased uptime: Electronic Service Agent is designed to enhance the warranty and maintenance service by providing faster hardware error reporting and uploading system information to IBM Support. This can optimize the time monitoring the symptoms, diagnosing the error, and manually calling IBM Support to open a problem record. And 24 x 7 monitoring and reporting means no more dependency on human intervention or off-hours customer personnel when errors are encountered in the middle of the night.
Security: Electronic Service Agent is secure in monitoring, reporting, and storing the data at IBM. Electronic Service Agent securely transmits via the Internet (HTTPS or VPN) and can be configured to communicate securely through gateways to provide customers a single point of exit from their site. Communication between the customer and IBM only flows one way; activating Service Agent does not enable IBM to call into a customer's system. System inventory information is stored in a secure database, which is protected behind IBM firewalls. The customer's business applications or business data is never transmitted to IBM.
More accurate reporting: Because system information and error logs are automatically uploaded to the IBM Support Center in conjunction with the service request, customers are not required to find and send system information, decreasing the risk of misreported or misdiagnosed errors. Once inside IBM, problem error data is run through a data knowledge management system and knowledge articles are appended to the problem record.
Customized support: Using the IBM ID entered during activation, customers can view system and support information in the "My Systems" and "Premium Search" sections of the Electronic Services website.
The Electronic Services web portal is a single Internet entry point that replaces the multiple entry points traditionally used to access IBM Internet services and support. This web portal enables you to gain easier access to IBM resources for assistance in resolving technical problems. The newly improved My Systems and Premium Search functions make it even easier for Electronic Service Agent-enabled customers to track system inventory and find pertinent fixes.
My Systems provides valuable reports of installed hardware and software using information collected from the systems by IBM Electronic Service Agent. Reports are available for any system associated with the customer's IBM ID. Premium Search combines the function of search and the value of Electronic Service Agent information, providing advanced search of the technical support knowledgebase. Using Premium Search and the Service Agent information that has been collected from the system, customers are able to see search results that apply specifically to their systems.
For more information on how to utilize the power of IBM Electronic Services, visit the following website or contact an IBM Systems Services Representative
Accessibility by people with disabilities
A US Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) containing details on accessibility compliance can be requested at
Section 508 of the US Rehabilitation Act
IBM Power 710 server is capable as of October 21, 2011, when used in accordance with associated IBM documentation, of satisfying the applicable requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, provided that any assistive technology used with the product properly interoperates with it. A US Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) can be requested at
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IBM plans to offer a 15 meter, 3 Gb bandwidth SAS cable for the feature 5913 PCIe2 1.8 GB Cache RAID SAS Adapter when attaching the feature 5887 EXP24S Drawer for large configurations where the 10 meter cable is a distance limitation.
IBM intends to enhance the IBM Systems Director Management Console (SDMC) to support the Power 710 (8231-E1C). IBM also intends for the current Hardware Management Console (HMC) 7042-CR6 to be upgradable to an IBM SDMC that supports the Power 710 (8231-E1C).
SUSE intends to support the IBM PCIE2 4-PORT 10 Gb & 1 Gb Ethernet Adapters (#5279, #5280) with an upcoming SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 Service Pack. Their plans have a targeted availability of first quarter 2012. For additional questions about the availability of this release, contact SUSE.
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The following are newly announced features on the specific models of the IBM Power Systems 8231 machine type:
Machine Feature
Description type Model number
IBM Power 710 8231 E1C Solution Delivery Integration 8231 E1C 0002 SSD Placement Indicator 5887 8231 E1C 0465 #1879 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0870 #1948 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0872 283GB 15K RPM SAS Disk 8231 E1C 1879 300GB 15K RPM SAS Disk 8231 E1C 1880 283GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1948 300GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1953 PCIe2 4Port 10GBE&1GBE SFP+ LP 8231 E1C 5279 PCIe2 4-Port 10GbE&1GbE SR LP 8231 E1C 5280 PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE TX Adapter 8231 E1C 5281 PCIe2 LP 2-Port 4X IB QDR Adap 8231 E1C 5283 PCIe2 LP 2 port 10GbE SR Adapt 8231 E1C 5284 PCIe2 LP 2 Port 10GbE SFP Copp 8231 E1C 5286 PCIe LP 2 Port Async EIA 232 A 8231 E1C 5290 Sys Console-Ethernet No IOP 8231 E1C 5557 PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE TX Adapter 8231 E1C 9056 Storage Backplane 6 SFF Dri 8231 E1C EJ0D Storage Backplane 3 SFF Dri 8231 E1C EJ0E Storage Backplane w/ext SAS 8231 E1C EJ0F 4GB (2x2GB) Memory DIMMs 1066 8231 E1C EM04 8GB (2x4GB) Memory DIMMs 1066 8231 E1C EM08 16GB(2x8GB) Memory Dimms, 1066 8231 E1C EM16 32GB (2x16GB) MemoryDIMMs,1066 8231 E1C EM32 4-core 3.0 GHz POWER7 Processr 8231 E1C EPC1 6-core 3.7 GHz POWER7 Processr 8231 E1C EPC2 8-core 3.55 GHz POWER7 Procesr 8231 E1C EPC3 One processor Activ for #EPC1 8231 E1C EPD1 One processor Activ for #EPC2 8231 E1C EPD2 One processor Activ for #EPC3 8231 E1C EPD3 Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC1 8231 E1C EPE1 Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC2 8231 E1C EPE2 Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC3 8231 E1C EPE3 1TB Removable Disk Cartridge 8231 E1C EU01
The following are features already announced for the IBM Power Systems 8231 machine type:
Machine Feature
Description type Model number
One CSC Billing Unit 8231 E1C 0010 Ten CSC Billing Uits 8231 E1C 0011 Mirrored System Disk Level, Sp 8231 E1C 0040 Device Parity Protection All 8231 E1C 0041 Device Parity RAID 6 All 8231 E1C 0047 RISC to RISC Data Migration 8231 E1C 0205 AIX Partition Specify 8231 E1C 0265 Linux Partition Specify 8231 E1C 0266 IBM i Partition Specify 8231 E1C 0267 Specify Custom Data Protection 8231 E1C 0296 Mirrored Level System Specify 8231 E1C 0308 RAID Hot Spare Specify 8231 E1C 0347 V.24/EIA232 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI C 8231 E1C 0348 V.24/EIA232 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI 8231 E1C 0349 V.35 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0353 V.35 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0354 V.36 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0356 X.21 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0359 X.21 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0360 V.24/EIA232 (80 Ft) PCI Cable 8231 E1C 0365 Customer Specified Placement 8231 E1C 0456 SSD Placement Indicator CEC 8231 E1C 0462 19 inch, 1.8 meter high rack 8231 E1C 0551 19 inch, 2.0 meter high rack 8231 E1C 0553 19 inch, 1.3 meter high rack 8231 E1C 0555 IBM i 6.1 w/6.1.1 Machine Code 8231 E1C 0566 IBM i 7.1 Specify Code 8231 E1C 0567 Rack Filler Panel Kit 8231 E1C 0599 Load Source Not in CEC 8231 E1C 0719 #1787 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0722 #1996 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0724 Specify 5886 Load Source plac 8231 E1C 0727 #5887 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0728 SAN Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0837 3677 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0839 3678 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0840 3658 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0844 1888 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0853 1909 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0854 1911 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0856 #1916 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0857 #1947 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0871 #1956 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0874 #1962 Load Source Specify 8231 E1C 0875 US TAA Compliance Indicator 8231 E1C 0983 USB 160 GB Removable Disk Dr 8231 E1C 1106 USB 500 GB Removable Disk Dr 8231 E1C 1107 USB Internal Docking Station 8231 E1C 1123 80/160GB DAT160 SAS Tape Drive 8231 E1C 1124 Custom Serv. Specify, Roch 8231 E1C 1140 200V 16A 4.3m (14 Ft) TL Line 8231 E1C 1406 4.3m 200V/16A Pwr Cd Italy 8231 E1C 1408 125V 4.3m (14 Ft) Line Cord 8231 E1C 1413 200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Locking Line 8231 E1C 1414 200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Watertight LC 8231 E1C 1415 200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Locking Line 8231 E1C 1416 200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Watertight L 8231 E1C 1417 4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord EU/As 8231 E1C 1420 4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord CH/DK 8231 E1C 1421 200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Locking Line 8231 E1C 1424 200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Watertight Li 8231 E1C 1425 200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Locking Line 8231 E1C 1426 200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Watertight L 8231 E1C 1427 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord EU/As 8231 E1C 1439 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Denma 8231 E1C 1440 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord S. Af 8231 E1C 1441 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Swiss 8231 E1C 1442 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord UK 8231 E1C 1443 4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Israe 8231 E1C 1445 4.3m 200V/32A Power Cord EU 1 8231 E1C 1449 4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord EU 2 8231 E1C 1450 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Line Cord 8231 E1C 1451 200V (14 Ft) 4.3m Line Cord 8231 E1C 1452 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Locking Line 8231 E1C 1453 200V 12A (14 Ft) 4.3m TL Line 8231 E1C 1454 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Watertight Li 8231 E1C 1455 200V (14 Ft) 4.3m Watertight L 8231 E1C 1456 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Upper Line Co 8231 E1C 1457 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Upper Locking 8231 E1C 1458 200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Locking 8231 E1C 1459 4.3m 200V/16A Pwr Cd 8231 E1C 1477 177GB SFF-1 SSD w/ eMLC AIX/Li 8231 E1C 1775 177GB SFF-1 SSD w/ eMLC IBM i 8231 E1C 1787 600GB 10k RPM SAS SFF Disk 8231 E1C 1790 System port/UPS Conversion Cab 8231 E1C 1827 300GB 10K RPM SFF SAS Disk D 8231 E1C 1885 146GB 15K RPM SFF SAS Disk D 8231 E1C 1886 139GB 15K RPM SFF SAS Disk D 8231 E1C 1888 69GB SFF SAS Solid State D 8231 E1C 1890 69GB SFF SAS Solid State Drive 8231 E1C 1909 283GB 10K RPM SFF SAS Disk Dri 8231 E1C 1911 571GB 10k RPM SAS SFF Disk 8231 E1C 1916 146GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1917 300GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1925 139GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1947 283GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1956 571GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1962 600GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk 8231 E1C 1964 177GB SSD Module with eMLC (AI 8231 E1C 1995 1 Gigabit iSCSI TOE PCI X on C 8231 E1C 1996 PCIe LP RAID SSD SAS Adapter 3 8231 E1C 2053 Primary OS - IBM i 8231 E1C 2145 Primary OS AIX 8231 E1C 2146 Primary OS Linux 8231 E1C 2147 Factory Deconfiguration of 1 c 8231 E1C 2319 LC-SC 50 Micron Fiber Conv Cab 8231 E1C 2456 LC-SC 62.5 Mic.Fib.Conv.Cable 8231 E1C 2459 Asynch.Termin/Print.Cbl EIA232 8231 E1C 2934 Asynchronous Cable EIA 232/V 8231 E1C 2936 Ser to Ser Port Cab Draw/Draw 8231 E1C 3124 Serial to Se.Port Cbl Rack 8M 8231 E1C 3125 3-meter DDR 4X Copper 8231 E1C 3246 Widescreen LCD Monitor 8231 E1C 3632 T541H/L150p 15inchTFT Col.M 8231 E1C 3637 ThinkVision L170p Flat Pan.M 8231 E1C 3639 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel M 8231 E1C 3640 IBM T115 Flat Panel Monitor 8231 E1C 3641 ThinkVision L191p Flat Panel M 8231 E1C 3642 IBM T120 Flat Panel Monitor 8231 E1C 3643 19in. Flat Panel Monitor 8231 E1C 3644 17in. Flat Panel Monitor 8231 E1C 3645 146GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3647 300GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3648 450GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3649 SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 1M 8231 E1C 3652 SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 3M 8231 E1C 3653 SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 6M 8231 E1C 3654 428GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3658 SAS Cable (X) Adapter to SAS E 8231 E1C 3661 SAS Cbl X Adp SAS Enclosure 6M 8231 E1C 3662 SAS Cbl X Adp SAS Encl 15M 8231 E1C 3663 139.5GB 15k rpm SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3677 283.7GB 15k rpm SAS Disk Drive 8231 E1C 3678 SAS Cab (AE) Adapter to En 3M 8231 E1C 3684 SAS Cable(AE) Adapter to En 6M 8231 E1C 3685 SAS Ca(YI) System to SAS 3M 8231 E1C 3687 SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS1.5M 8231 E1C 3691 SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 3M 8231 E1C 3692 SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 6M 8231 E1C 3693 SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 15M 8231 E1C 3694 0.3M Serial Prt Converter Cbl 8231 E1C 3925 Serial Port Null Mod Cab 3.7M 8231 E1C 3927 Ser.Port Null Modem Cable,10M 8231 E1C 3928 System Serial Port Converter C 8231 E1C 3930 6Foot Extend.Cbl for Displays 8231 E1C 4242 Extender Cable USB Keybo 1.8M 8231 E1C 4256 VGA to DVI Connection Converte 8231 E1C 4276 One and only one rack indicator feature is required on all orders (#4650 to #4666). No Factory Integration Ind. 8231 E1C 4650 Rack Indicator, Rack 1 8231 E1C 4651 Rack Indicator, Rack 2 8231 E1C 4652 Rack Indicator, Rack 3 8231 E1C 4653 Rack Indicator, Rack 1 8231 E1C 4654 Rack Indicator, Rack 5 8231 E1C 4655 Rack Indicator, Rack 6 8231 E1C 4656 Rack Indicator, Rack 7 8231 E1C 4657 Rack Indicator, Rack 8 8231 E1C 4658 Rack Indicator, Rack 9 8231 E1C 4659 Rack Indicator, Rack 10 8231 E1C 4660 Rack Indicator, Rack 11 8231 E1C 4661 Rack Indicator, Rack 12 8231 E1C 4662 Rack Indicator, Rack 13 8231 E1C 4663 Rack Indicator, Rack 14 8231 E1C 4664 Rack Indicator, Rack 15 8231 E1C 4665 Rack Indicator, Rack 16 8231 E1C 4666 Active Memory Expansion Enabl 8231 E1C 4795 Software Preload Required 8231 E1C 5000 Customer Solution Center Roche 8231 E1C 5002 Power Dist Unit 1 Phase NEMA 8231 E1C 5160 Power Dist Unit 1 Phase IEC 8231 E1C 5161 Power Dist Unit 2 of 3 Phase 8231 E1C 5162 Power Dist Unit - 3 Phase 8231 E1C 5163 PowerVM Express Edition 8231 E1C 5225 PowerVM Standard Edition 8231 E1C 5227 PowerVM Enterprise Edition 8231 E1C 5228 Memory Riser Card 8231 E1C 5265 PCIe LP POWER GXT145 Graphics 8231 E1C 5269 PCIe LP 10Gb FCoE 2 port Adapt 8231 E1C 5270 PCIe LP 4 Port 10/100/1000 Bas 8231 E1C 5271 PCIe LP 10GbE CX4 1 port Adapt 8231 E1C 5272 PCIe LP 8Gb 2 Port Fibre Chann 8231 E1C 5273 PCIe LP 2 Port 1GbE SX Adapter 8231 E1C 5274 PCIe LP 10GbE SR 1 port Adapt 8231 E1C 5275 PCIe LP 4Gb 2 Port Fibre Chann 8231 E1C 5276 PCIe LP 4 Port Async EIA 232 A 8231 E1C 5277 PCIe LP 2 x4 port SAS Adapter 8231 E1C 5278 RFID Tags for Servers, Blades 8231 E1C 5524 Sys Console On HMC 8231 E1C 5550 System AC Power Supply, 1725 W 8231 E1C 5603 SATA Slimline DVD RAM Drive 8231 E1C 5762 EXP 12S Expansion Drawer 8231 E1C 5886 EXP24S SFF Gen2-bay Drawer 8231 E1C 5887 Full Width Key USB, US English 8231 E1C 5951 Full Width Key USB, French 8231 E1C 5952 Full Width Key USB, Italian 8231 E1C 5953 Full Width Key USB, German/Aus 8231 E1C 5954 Full Width Key USB, UK English 8231 E1C 5955 Full Width Key USB, Spanish 8231 E1C 5956 Full Width Key USB, Japanese 8231 E1C 5957 Full Width Key USB, BrazilianP 8231 E1C 5958 Full Width Key USB, Hungarian 8231 E1C 5959 Full Width Key USB, Korean 8231 E1C 5960 Full Width Key USB, Chinese 8231 E1C 5961 Full Width Key USB, French Can 8231 E1C 5962 Full Width Key USB, Belgian/UK 8231 E1C 5964 Full Width Key USB, Swedish/Fi 8231 E1C 5965 Full Width Key USB, Danish 8231 E1C 5966 Full Width Key USB, Bulgarian 8231 E1C 5967 Full Width Key USB, Swiss/Fr/G 8231 E1C 5968 Full Width Key USB, Norwegian 8231 E1C 5969 Full Width Key USB, Dutch 8231 E1C 5970 Full Width Key USB, Portuguese 8231 E1C 5971 Full Width Key USB, Greek 8231 E1C 5972 Full Width Key USB, Hebrew 8231 E1C 5973 Full Width Key USB, Polish 8231 E1C 5974 Full Width Key USB, Slovakian 8231 E1C 5975 Full Width Key USB, Czech 8231 E1C 5976 Full Width Key USB, Turkish 8231 E1C 5977 Full Width Key USB, LA Spanish 8231 E1C 5978 Full Width Key USB, Arabic 8231 E1C 5979 Full Width Key USB, Thai 8231 E1C 5980 Full Width Key USB, Russian 8231 E1C 5981 Full Width Key USB, Slovenian 8231 E1C 5982 Full Width Key USB, US English 8231 E1C 5983 Opt Front Door for 1.8m Rack 8231 E1C 6068 Opt Front Door for 2.0m Rack 8231 E1C 6069 1.8m Rack Acoustic Doors 8231 E1C 6248 2.0m Rack Acoustic Doors 8231 E1C 6249 1.8m Rack Trim Kit 8231 E1C 6263 2.0m Rack Trim Kit 8231 E1C 6272 Pwr Cbl 14FT, Drwr - IBM PDU 8231 E1C 6458 Pwr Crd (14FT), Drwr - OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6460 Pwr Crd 4.3M, Drwr - OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6469 PWR Cord(6foot),To Wall 8231 E1C 6470 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6471 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6472 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6473 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6474 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6475 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6476 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6477 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6478 PWR Cord(9foot),(250V,10A) 8231 E1C 6479 PWR Cord(9foot),(125V,15A) 8231 E1C 6488 4.3m (14 Ft) 3PH/24A Power Cor 8231 E1C 6489 4.3m (14 Ft) 1PH/48A Pwr Cord 8231 E1C 6491 4.3m (14 Ft) 1PH/48 60A Pwr Co 8231 E1C 6492 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A 8231 E1C 6493 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A 8231 E1C 6494 To Wall/OEM PDU, (250V, 10A) 8231 E1C 6495 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A 8231 E1C 6496 PWR Cord(6ft),To Wall/OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6497 Power Cord 6ftTo Wall OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6498 Power Cable Drawer to IBM PD 8231 E1C 6577 Optional Rack Security Kit 8231 E1C 6580 Modem Tray for 19-Inch Rack 8231 E1C 6586 Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 125V,15A 8231 E1C 6651 4.3m 1PH/24-30A Pwr Cord 8231 E1C 6654 4.3m 14Ft 1PH/24 30A WR Pwr 8231 E1C 6655 4.3m 14Ft 1PH/24A Power Cord 8231 E1C 6656 Pwr.Cord(9ft),To Wall/OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6659 PWR Cord(14ft),Dr.to OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6660 Pwr Cord 3M, Drwr to IBM PDU 8231 E1C 6665 Pwr Crd 4.3M, Drwr - OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6669 Pwr Crd 6-FT, (125V,15A)PT#59 8231 E1C 6670 Pwr Crd 2.7M, Drwr - IBM PDU 8231 E1C 6671 Pwr Crd 1.5M, Drwr - IBM PDU 8231 E1C 6672 Pwr Crd 2.7M, Wall - OEM PDU 8231 E1C 6680 Power Cord (6ft),To Wall 8231 E1C 6687 IIntelligent PDU+ 1 EIA Unit 8231 E1C 7109 Environmental Monitoring Probe 8231 E1C 7118 Power Distribution Unit 8231 E1C 7188 AAP Software Pre-Inst.Indic. 8231 E1C 7305 2.0m Rack Side Attach Kit 8231 E1C 7780 Eth Cbl 6M HW Management 8231 E1C 7801 Eth Cbl 15M HW Management 8231 E1C 7802 Side-by-Side for 1.8m Racks 8231 E1C 7840 Ruggedize Rack Kit 8231 E1C 7841 Linux Software Preinstall 8231 E1C 8143 Linux Software Preinstall BP 8231 E1C 8144 Mouse-USB,Black KBD Att C 8231 E1C 8841 USB Mouse 8231 E1C 8845 Order Routing Indicator Syste 8231 E1C 9169 Language Group Spcf-US Eng 8231 E1C 9300 specify mode-1 & (1)5901/5278 8231 E1C 9359 Specify mode-1 & (2)5901/5278 8231 E1C 9360 Specify mode-2 & (2)5901/5278 8231 E1C 9361 Specify mode-4 & (4)5901/5278 8231 E1C 9365 Specify mode-2 & (4)5901/5278 8231 E1C 9366 Specify mode-1 & CEC SAS port 8231 E1C 9384 New AIX License Core Counter 8231 E1C 9440 New IBM i Lic Core Counter 8231 E1C 9441 New Red Hat Lic Core Counter 8231 E1C 9442 New SUSE Lic Core Counter 8231 E1C 9443 Other AIX Lic Core Counter 8231 E1C 9444 Other Linux Lic Core Counter 8231 E1C 9445 3rd Party Linux Lic Core Cnt 8231 E1C 9446 VIOS Core Counter 8231 E1C 9447 Month Indicator 8231 E1C 9461 Day Indicator 8231 E1C 9462 Hour Indicator 8231 E1C 9463 Minute Indicator 8231 E1C 9464 Qty Indicator 8231 E1C 9465 Countable Member Indicator 8231 E1C 9466 Language Group Spcf-Dutch 8231 E1C 9700 Language Group Spcf-French 8231 E1C 9703 Language Group Spcf-German 8231 E1C 9704 Language Group Spcf-Polish 8231 E1C 9705 Lang Group Specify - Norwegian 8231 E1C 9706 Lang.Group Spcf-Portuguese 8231 E1C 9707 Language Group Spcf-Spanish 8231 E1C 9708 Language Group Spcf-Italian 8231 E1C 9711 Langua Gr Speci Canadian Frenc 8231 E1C 9712 Language Group Spcf-Japanese 8231 E1C 9714 Language Group Specify Tr Chin 8231 E1C 9715 Language Group Spcf-Korean 8231 E1C 9716 Language Group Spcf-Turkish 8231 E1C 9718 Language Group Spcf-Hungarian 8231 E1C 9719 Language Group Spcf-Slovakian 8231 E1C 9720 Language Group Spcf-Russian 8231 E1C 9721 Lang Group Spcf Simpl Chinese 8231 E1C 9722 Language Group Spcf-Czech 8231 E1C 9724 Language Group Spcf-Romanian 8231 E1C 9725 Lang Group Specify - Croatian 8231 E1C 9726 Language Group Spcf-Slovenian 8231 E1C 9727 Lang Group Specify - Braz Port 8231 E1C 9728 Lang Group Specify - Thai 8231 E1C 9729 Trial Live Partition Mobility 8231 E1C ELPM 1m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax 8231 E1C EN01 3m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax 8231 E1C EN02 5m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax 8231 E1C EN03
The following are newly announced features on the specific models of the IBM Power Systems 7891 machine type:
Machine Feature
Description type Model number
USB External Docking Station R 7891 73X 1104
74X
USB 160 GB Removable Disk Dr 7891 73X 1106
74X
USB 500 GB Removable Disk Dr 7891 73X 1107
74X
Feature conversions
The existing components being replaced during a model or feature conversion become the property of IBM and must be returned.
Feature conversions are always implemented on a "quantity of one for quantity of one" basis. Multiple existing features may not be converted to a single new feature. Single existing features may not be converted to multiple new features.
The following conversions are available to customers:
Feature conversions for 8231-E1C virtualization engine features:
Return
From FC: To FC: parts
5225 - PowerVM Express 5227 - PowerVM Standard No Edition Edition 5225 - PowerVM Express 5228 - PowerVM Enterprise No Edition Edition 5227 - PowerVM Standard 5228 - PowerVM Enterprise No Edition Edition
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If you are a Direct Reseller - System Reseller acquiring products from IBM, you may link directly to Business Partner information for this announcement. A PartnerWorld® ID and password are required (use IBM ID).
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Specified operating environment
Physical specifications
Rack-Mount: Width: 440 mm (19.0 in) Depth: 706 mm (27.8 in) Height: 89 mm (3.5 in) Weight (Maximum configuration): 28.2 kg (62 lbs)
Operating environment
- Temperature: (nonoperating) 5° to 45° C (41° to 113° F); recommended temperature (operating) 18° to 27° C (64° to 80° F); allowable operating temperature 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F)
- Relative humidity: Nonoperating 8% to 80%; recommended 5.5° C (42° F) dew point to 60% RH and 15° C (59° F) dew point
- Maximum dew point: 28° C (84° F)(operating)
- Operating voltage: 100 to 127 V ac or 200 to 240 V ac
- Operating frequency: 47/63 Hz
- Maximum measured power consumption:
- 750 watts (maximum)
- Power factor: 0.98
- Thermal output:
- 2,560 Btu/hour (maximum)
- Power-source loading
- 0.765 kVa (maximum configuration)
- Maximum altitude: 3,050 m (10,000 ft)
Note: The maximum measured value is the worst case power consumption expected from a fully populated server under an intensive workload. The maximum measured value also accounts for component tolerance and non-ideal operating conditions. Power consumption and heat load vary greatly by server configuration and utilization. The IBM Systems Energy Estimator should be used to obtain a heat output estimate based on a specific configuration
Noise level and sound power (Preliminary data)
6.6 bels (Operating and idling)
EMC conformance classification: This equipment is subject to FCC rules and shall comply with the appropriate FCC rules before final delivery to the buyer or centers of distribution.
- US: FCC Class A
- Europe: CISPR 22 Class A
- Japan: VCCI-A
- Korea: Korean Requirement Class A
- China: People's Republic of China commodity inspection law Class A
Homologation -- Telecom environmental testing (Safety and EMC): Homologation approval for specific countries has been initiated with the IBM Homologation and Type Approval (HT&A) organization in LaGaude, France. This Power Systems model and applicable features meet the environmental testing requirements of the country telecom and have been designed and tested in compliance with the Full Quality Assurance Approval (FQAA) process as delivered by the British Approval Board for Telecom (BABT), the UK Telecom regulatory authority.
This product is not certified for connection by any means whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact an IBM representative or reseller for any questions.
Product safety/Country testing/Certification
- UL 60950 Underwriters Laboratory, Safety Information
- CSA C22.2 No. 60950-00, Canadian Standards Association
- EN60950 European Norm
- IEC 60950, Edition 1, International Electrotechnical Commission, Safety Information
- Nordic deviations to IEC 60950-1 1st Edition
General requirements: The product is in compliance with IBM Corporate Bulletin C-B 0-2594-000 Statement of Conformity of IBM Product to External Standard (Suppliers Declaration).
Hardware requirements
Power 710 minimum system configuration
The Power 710 offers 4-core, 6-core, and 8-core configurations with one processor module. The Power 710 can contain up to 128 GB of system memory (64 GB maximum per memory riser card).
The Power 710 offers five PCIe x8 Gen2 slots and one PCIe x4 Gen2 Low Profile slot, and three or six SFF HDDs/SDDS and one or two media devices, depending on the storage back-plane selected.
Power 710 initial order must include a minimum of the following items:
- One system central electronics complex (CEC) enclosure with the
following items:
- One power cord (#6458, #6460, #6469-#6478, #6488, #6489, #6491-#6494, #6496, #6577, #6580, #6651, #6653-#6660, #6665, #6669, #6671, #6672, or #6680)
- One Language Group, Specify (#9300 or #97xx)
- Choose one processor module from:
- 4-core 3.0 GHz POWER7 processor module (#EPC1)
- 6-core 3.7 GHz POWER7 processor module (#EPC2)
- 8-core 3.55 GHz POWER7 processor module (#EPC3)
- Choose processor activations from:
- 4 x #EPD1, or 2 x #EPD1 and 2 x #EPE1 with processor card #EPC1
- 6 x #EPD2, or 3 x #EPD2 and 3 x #EPE2 with processor card #EPC2
- 8 x #EPD3, or 4 x #EPD3 and 4 x #EPE3 with processor card #EPC3 Notes:
- Features EPE1, EPE2, and EPE3 are part of IBM Editions.
- Processor activations are only available to SDIs as MES orders.
- Choose 4 GB minimum memory from:
- 4 GB (2 x 2 GB) Memory DIMMs, 1066 MHz, DDR3 (EM04)
- 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) Memory DIMMs, 1066 MHz, DDR3 (#EM08)
- 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) Memory DIMMs, 1066 MHz, DDR3 (#EM16)
- 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) Memory DIMMs, 1066 MHz, DDR3 (EM32)
- Choose Storage Backplane from:
- 3 x SFF/SATA DVD bay/Tape bay (#EJ0E)
- 6 x SFF/SATA DVD bay (#EJ0D)
- 6 x SFF/SATA DVD bay with Dual Write Cache RAID, and an external SAS port (#EJ0F)
Note: IBM i (#2145) requires feature EJ0F.
- One 2-Port 10/100/1000 Base-TX Ethernet PCI Express Adapter (#9056) Note: Takes up one PCIe slot.
- Choose HDDs or SSDs from:
- 177 GB SAS SFF SSD (#1775) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 177 GB SAS SFF SSD (#1787) (IBM i)
- 600 GB SAS SFF HDD 10,000 RPM (#1790) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 283 GB SAS SFF HDD 10,000 RPM (#1879) (IBM i)
- 300 GB SAS SFF HDD 15,000 RPM (#1880) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 146.8 GB SAS SFF HDD 15,000 RPM (#1886) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 300 GB SAS SFF HDD 15,000 RPM (#1885) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 139.5 GB SAS SFF HDD 15,000 RPM (#1888) (IBM i)
- 283 GB SAS SFF HDD 10,000 RPM (#1911) (IBM i)
- 571 GB SAS SFF 10,000 RPM (#1916) (IBM i)
- 146.8 GB SAS HDD 15,000 RPM (#1917) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 300 GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (#1925) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 139 GB SAS HDD 15,000 RPM (#1947) (IBM i)
- 283 GB SAS HDD 15,000 RPM (#1948) (IBM i)
- 283 GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (#1953) (IBM i)
- 283 GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (#1956) (IBM i)
- 571 GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (#1962) (IBM i)
- 600 GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (#1964) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 177 GB SAS 1.8" Solid-State Drive (#1995) (AIX/Linux/VIOS)
- 177 GB SAS 1.8" Solid-State Drive (#1996) (IBM i)
Notes:
- Features 1995 and 1996 require feature 2053.
- When feature 2145, the IBM i operating system, is selected, a minimum of two HDDs or SSDs is required.
- No internal HDD or SSD is required if feature 0837 (Boot from SAN) is selected. In this case, a Fibre Channel or Fibre Channel over Ethernet adapter must also be ordered.
- One 1725 watt AC Power Supply (1 x #5603) and one power cord (1 x #6xxx)
- Choose Primary Operating System Indicator from:
- IBM i (#2145 -- requires #0566 or #0567, #5550 or #5557, #5762, and #0040)
- AIX (#2146)
- Linux (#2147)
Note: One nonfeaturized memory riser card is included in the base system. One additional memory riser card feature (#5265) can be ordered on the Power 710.
RAID
There are multiple protection options for HDD/SSD drives in the SAS SFF bays in Power 710 system units or drives in disk-only I/O drawers. Although protecting drives is always recommended, AIX/Linux users may choose to leave some or all drives unprotected at their own risk and IBM supports these configurations. IBM i configuration rules differ in this regard, and IBM supports IBM i partition configurations only when HDD/SSD drives are protected.
This HDD/SSD drive protection can be provided by AIX, IBM i, and Linux software or by the HDD or SSD hardware controllers. Mirroring of drives is provided by AIX, IBM i, and Linux software. In addition, AIX and Linux support controllers providing RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, or 10. IBM i integrated storage management already provides striping, so IBM i also supports controllers providing RAID 5 or 6. To further augment HDD/SSD protection, hot spare capability can be used for protected drives. Specific hot spare prerequisites apply.
An integrated SAS HDD/SSD controller is provided in the Power 710 system unit and provides support for JBOD and RAID 0, 1, and 10 for AIX or Linux. It is optionally augmented by RAID 5 and RAID 6 capability when storage backplane feature number EJ0F is added to the configuration. AIX or Linux supports all of these options. IBM i does not use JBOD and uses imbedded functions instead of RAID 10, but does leverage the RAID 5 or 6 function of the integrated controllers. Other disk/SSD controllers are provided as PCIe SAS adapters are supported. PCI Controllers with and without write cache are supported. RAID 5 and RAID 6 on controllers with write cache are supported.
AIX and Linux can use disk drives formatted with 512 byte blocks when being mirrored by the operating system. These disk drives must be reformatted to 528 byte sectors when used in RAID arrays. Although a small percentage of the drive's capacity is lost, additional data protection such as ECC and bad block detection is gained in this reformatting. For example, a 300 GB disk drive when reformatted provides around 283 GB. IBM i always uses drives formatted to 528 byte. IBM Power SSDs are formatted to 528 byte.
Software requirements
If installing the AIX operating system (one of these):
- AIX Version 7.1 with the 7100-01 Technology Level, or later
- AIX Version 7.1 with the 7100-00 Technology Level, with Service Pack 4 (planned availability: November 16, 2011), or later
- AIX Version 6.1 with the 6100-07 Technology Level, or later
- AIX Version 6.1 with the 6100-06 Technology Level with Service Pack 6, or later
- AIX Version 6.1 with the 6100-05 Technology Level with Service Pack 7, or later
- AIX Version 5.3 with the 5300-12 Technology Level with Service Pack 5, or later
Note: VIOS support requires VIOS 2.2.1.0, or later
If installing the IBM i operating system:
- IBM i 6.1 with i 6.1.1 machine code, or later
- IBM i 7.1, or later
If installing the Linux operating system (one of these):
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 Service Pack 1, or later, with current maintenance updates available from SUSE to enable all planned functionality
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Service Pack 4, with current maintenance updates available from SUSE to enable all planned functionality
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux Version 6.1 for POWER, or later
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux Version 5.7 for POWER,
or later
Users should also update their systems with the latest Linux for Power service and productivity tools available at
If installing VIOS:
- VIOS 2.2.1.0, or later
If installing IBM Systems Director:
- IBM Systems Director Editions for Power Systems, V6.2.1, or later
Firmware level efw 7.4 is required.
Java™ 1.4.2 on POWER7
There are unique considerations when running Java 1.4.2 on POWER7. For best exploitation of the outstanding performance capabilities and most recent improvements of POWER7 technology, IBM recommends upgrading Java-based applications to Java 6 or Java 5 whenever possible.
For more information, visit
Refer to the IBM Prerequisite website for software requirements for each feature number
Limitations
System
- Integrated system ports are not supported under AIX or Linux when the HMC ports are connected to an HMC. Either the HMC ports or the integrated system ports can be used, but not both. IBM i can continue to use a system port for communication to a UPS even with an HMC attached.
- The integrated system ports are supported for modem and async terminal connections by AIX or Linux. Any other application using serial ports requires a serial port adapter to be installed in a PCI slot. The integrated system ports do not support HACMP™ configurations. IBM i only supports the use of the system ports for attachment to a UPS.
Hardware Management Console (HMC) machine code
An HMC or IVM is required to manage the Power 710 (8231-E1C) implementing partitioning. Multiple Power 710 servers can be supported by a single HMC.
If an HMC is used to manage the Power 710, the HMC must be a CR3, or later, model rack-mount HMC or C05, or later, deskside HMC.
If attaching an HMC to a new server or adding function to an existing server that requires a firmware update, the HMC machine code may need to be updated.
To determine the HMC machine code level required for the firmware level on any server, go to the following web page to access the Fix Level Recommendation Tool (FLRT) on or after the planned availability date for this product. FLRT will identify the correct HMC machine code for the selected system firmware level
If a single HMC is attached to multiple servers, the HMC machine code level must be updated to the server with the most recent firmware level. All prior levels of server firmware are supported with the latest HMC machine code level.
When IBM Systems Director is used to manage an HMC or if the HMC manages more than 254 partitions, the HMC should have 3 GB of RAM minimum and be a CR3 model, or later, rack-mount or C06, or later, deskside.
Boot requirements
- Selection of feature 0837 will indicate boot from SAN.
- If IBM i
(#2145) is selected as the primary operating system and SAN boot is
not selected (#0837), one of the following Load Source specify codes
must be specified:
- #0722 -- #1787 (177 GB SFF SSD) Load Source Specify
- #0724 -- #1996 (177 GB 1.8" SSD) Load Source Specify
- #07271 -- Remote Load Source Specify in #5886
- #0728 -- Remote Load Source Specify in #5887
- #08391 -- #3677 (139.5 GB 15K RPM HDD) Load Source Specify
- #08401 -- #3678 (283.7 GB 15K RPM HDD) Load Source Specify
- #08441 -- #3658 (428 GB 15K RPM HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0853 -- #1888 (138 GB 15K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #08541 -- #1909 (69 GB SFF SSD) Load Source Specify
- #0856 -- #1911 (283 GB 10K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0857 -- #1916 (571 GB 10K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0870 -- #1879 (283 GB 15K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0871 -- #1947 (139 GB 15K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0872 -- #1948 (283 GB 15K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0874 -- #1956 (283 GB 10K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
- #0875 -- #1962 (571 GB 10K RPM SFF HDD) Load Source Specify
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- Support only, not orderable.
- If IBM i
(#2145) is selected, one of the following system console specify codes
must be selected:
- #5550 -- System Console on HMC
- #5557 -- System Console - Ethernet No IOP
Processor modules
- One processor module is required on an order with four, six, or eight processor cores on the processor module. A minimum/maximum of one processor module is required on a Power 710 order.
- All processors must be activated.
- The 4-core 3.0 GHz processor module (#EPC1) requires that four processor activation codes be ordered. A maximum of four processor activation code features (4 x #EPD1, or 2 x #EPD1 and 2 x #EPE1) are allowed per processor module.
- The 6-core 3.7 GHz processor module (#EPC2) requires that six processor activation codes be ordered. A maximum of six processor activation code features (6 x #EPD2, or 3 x #EPD2 and 3 x #EPE2) are allowed per processor module.
- The 8-core 3.55 GHz processor module (#EPC3) requires that eight processor activation codes be ordered. A maximum of eight processor activation code features (8 x #EPD3, or 4 x #EPD3 and 4 x #EPE3) are allowed per processor module.
Power supply
- One 1725 watt AC power supply (1 x #5603).
- A second 1725 watt ac power supply (#5603) is available for redundant power.
Redundant fans
- Redundant fans standard
Power cords
One power cord is required for each power supply on the order. The Power 710 supports 110-127 V ac and 200-240 V ac power cords.
System memory
A minimum 4 GB or two DIMMs of memory is required on the Power 710.
- The base machine contains one nonfeaturized memory riser card
with four DIMM sockets. Memory features consume two memory DIMM sockets.
- The Power 710 offers one optional memory riser card feature (1 x #5265) with an additional four DIMM sockets. Maximum system memory is 64 GB without feature 5265 and 128 GB with one x feature 5265.
- A system can be ordered with a single memory feature EM04, EM08, EM16, or EM32. The second memory feature ordered on the same memory riser card does not have to match the first memory feature. Memory features can be mixed on either memory riser card.
- A minimum of one memory feature must be plugged into each memory riser card. Empty memory riser cards are not allowed.
- There is a performance benefit when all DIMMs on a memory riser card are of the same capacity.
- It is generally recommended that memory be installed evenly across all memory riser cards in the system. Balancing memory across the installed memory riser cards allows memory access in a consistent manner and typically results in the best possible performance for your configuration. However, balancing memory fairly evenly across multiple memory riser cards, compared to balancing memory exactly evenly typically has a very small performance difference.
Plans for future memory upgrades should be taken into account when deciding which memory feature size to use at the time of initial system order.
Figure 1. Memory features
Feature Minimum Maximum
Feature number quantity quantity
4 GB 1066 MHz EM04 0 4
8 GB 1066 MHz EM08 0 4
16 GB 1066 MHz EM16 0 4
32 GB 1066 MHz EM32 0 4
Drawer/Tower attachment:
- Feature number 5886 EXP12S SAS DASD Expansion Drawer
- Feature number EJ0F supports one feature number 5886 drawer directly off the system unit's SAS port.
- EXP12S drawers are attached to a PCIe SAS adapter via SAS cables.
- Not orderable on a 4-core Power 710 system (#EPC1).
- The system maximum is eight.
- Feature number 5887 EXP24S SAS DASD Expansion Drawer
- Feature number EJ0F supports one feature number 5887 drawer directly off the system unit's SAS port.
- EXP24S drawers are attached to a PCIe SAS adapter via SAS cables.
- Not orderable on a 4-core Power 710 system (#EPC1).
- The system maximum is four.
The following list shows I/O drawers that are supported or available on the 8231 machine type and the correct interface to use for each of the drawers:
Order
Feature description status Interface
5886 Exp 12S SAS Disk Drawer Supported SAS
5887 Exp 24S SAS Disk Drawer Available SAS
PCI card slots
The Power 710 contains five PCIe x8 Gen2 slots and one PCIe x4 Gen2 Low Profile slot.
- Feature number 9056 is required in the 8231-E1C minimum configuration and occupies the x4 slot.
- One GX++ slot is available on the Power 710. The GX++ slot does not share space with the CEC PCIe Low Profile adapter slots.
Graphics adapters
- A graphics adapter, keyboard, and mouse are not required in the minimum configuration.
- The maximum number of graphics adapters supported in the Power 710 CEC is four. Not supported under IBM i.
I/O adapters
- Feature number 9056 is required in the 8231-E1C minimum configuration and occupies the x4 slot.
- Refer to Figure 2 for additional I/O adapter information.
Figure 2. I/O adapter features
Orderable Supported CEC Sys
feature feature Max Max
I/O adapter number number qty qty Size
PCIe LP RAID & SSD SAS A 2053 2 2 LP
PCIe LP POWER GXT145 Graphics Acc 5269 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 10Gb FCoE 2-port Adapter 5270 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 4-Port 10/100/1000 Base-T 5271 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 10GbE CX4 1-port Adapter 5272 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 8Gb 2-Port Fibre Channel 5273 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE SX Adapter 5274 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 10GbE SR 1-port Adapter 5275 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 4Gb 2-Port Fibre Channel 5276 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 4-Port Async EIA-232 Adap 5277 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 2-x4-port SAS Adapter 3Gb 5278 5 5 LP
PCIe2 LP 4-port 1/10GbE SFP+ 5279 5 5 LP
PCIe2 LP 4-port 1/10GbE SR 5280 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 2-port 1GbE TX 5281 5 5 LP
PCIe2 LP PCIe2 2-port 4X IB QDR 5283 5 5 LP
PCIe2 LP PCIe2 2-port 10GbE SR 5284 5 5 LP
PCIe2 LP PCIe2 2-Port 10GbE SFP 5286 5 5 LP
PCIe LP 2-Port Async EIA 232 5290 2 2 LP
PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE TX 9056 1 1 LP
Storage devices/Bays
- The Power 710 has a slim media bay that can contain an optional DVD-RAM (#5762 or follow-on) and a tape bay (only available with #EJ0E) that can contain a tape drive or removable disk drive.
- Either feature number EJ0E, EJ0D, or EJ0F must be selected.
- Feature number EJ0E supports three small form-factor (SFF) disk units, either HDD or SSD, an SATA DVD, and a tape. No split backplane supported. No RAID 5 or 6 support.
- Feature number EJ0D supports six SFF disk units, either HDD or SSD, and an SATA DVD. No split backplane supported. No RAID 5 or 6 support.
- Feature number EJ0F supports six SFF disk units, either HDD or SSD, and an SATA DVD. No split backplane supported. RAID 5 and 6 are supported.
- A valid orderable HDD or SSD is required in a minimum configuration. No HDDs or SSDs are required in the CEC if feature number 0837 is selected.
- A feature 1124 DAT160 80/160 GB tape feature and a feature 1123 USB Internal Docking Station for Removable RDX Disk Drive are mutually exclusive. One or the other can be on the system but not both. A minimum of one x feature 1106 or feature 1107 must be ordered with each feature 1124 ordered.
- SAS-bay-based SSDs (#1775, #1787, #1890, and #1909) support restrictions:
- SFF features 1775, 1787, 1890 and 1909 are supported in the Power 710 CEC.
- SSDs and disk drives (HDDs) are not allowed to mirror each other.
- When feature EJ0F contains SSDs, no feature 5886 or 5887 DASD drawer is allowed to connect to the external SAS port.
- HDD/SSD Data Protection -- if IBM i (#2145) is selected, one of
the following is required:
- Disk mirroring (default) -- requires feature 0040 or 0308
- SAN boot (#0837)
- RAID -- requires feature EJ0F
- Mixed Data Protection (#0296)
Figure 3. Storage device features
Orderable
Maximum feature
Device quantity Bay number
DVD-RAM (SATA) 1 Slim 5762
DAT160 80/160 GB Tape 1 Tape 1124
USB Internal Docking Station
for Removable RDX Disk
Drive 1 Tape 1123
Orderable Supported
Maximum feature feature
Device quantity Bay number number
AIX IBM i Linux
177 GB SAS, SFF, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1775
Solid-state
177 GB SAS, SFF, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1787
Solid-state
600 GB 10K, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1790
SAS, SFF
283 GB 10K, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1879
SAS, SFF
300 GB 10K, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1880
SAS, SFF
300 GB 10K, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1885
SAS, SFF
146.8 GB 15K, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1886
SAS, SFF
139.5 GB 15K, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1888
SAS, SFF
69 GB SAS, SFF, 6 0 6 SFF 1-6 1890
Solid-state
69 GB SAS, SFF, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1909
Solid-state
283 GB 10K, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1911
SAS, SFF
571 GB 10K, 0 6 0 SFF 1-6 1916
SAS, SFF
177 GB SAS, 1.8", 8 0 8 1995
Solid-state 8 in 2 x #2053
177 GB SAS, 1.8", 0 8 0 1996
Solid-state 8 in 2 x #2053
Note: Six hard disk drives or solid-state drives maximum can be
installed internally.
Orderable Supported
Maximum feature feature
Device quantity Bay number number
AIX IBM i Linux
146.8 GB 15K RPM, 96 0 96 8 x #5886 3647
SAS
300 GB 15K RPM, 96 0 96 8 x #5886 3648
SAS
450 GB 15K RPM, 96 0 96 8 x #5886 3649
SAS
139.6 GB 15K RPM, 0 96 0 8 x #5886 3677
SAS
283.8 GB 15K RPM, 0 96 0 8 x #5886 3678
SAS
428.4 GB 15K RPM, 0 96 0 8 x #5886 3658
SAS
146.8 GB, 15K, 96 0 96 4 x #5887 1917
SAS, SFF, GEN2
300 GB 10K, 96 0 96 4 x #5887 1925
SAS, SFF, GEN2
139 GB 15K, 0 96 0 4 x #5887 1947
SAS, SFF, GEN2
283 GB 15K, 0 96 0 4 x #5887 1948
SAS, SFF, GEN2
300 GB 15K, 96 0 96 4 x #5887 1953
SAS, SFF, GEN2
283 GB 10K, 0 96 0 4 x #5887 1956
SAS, SFF, GEN2
571 GB 10K, 0 96 0 4 x #5887 1962
SAS, SFF, GEN2
600 GB 10K, 96 0 96 4 x #5887 1964
SAS, SFF, GEN2
Notes:
- A 3.5-inch DASD is not supported in the 8231-E1C CEC.
- SCSI disks are not supported on the 8231-E1C.
- Each feature 5886 supports a maximum of 12 HDDs or 8 SSDs.
- Each feature 5887 supports a maximum of 24 HDDs or SSDs.
- 96 GEN2 disks or solid-state drives maximum can be installed in 4 x #5887
Planning information
Cable orders
No cables required.
Security, auditability, and control
This product uses the security and auditability features of host software and application software.
The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities.
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The Electronic Services news page is a single Internet entry point that replaces the multiple entry points traditionally used to access IBM Internet services and support. The news page enables you to gain easier access to IBM resources for assistance in resolving technical problems.
The Electronic Service Agent is no-additional-charge software that resides on your server. It monitors events and transmits system inventory information to IBM on a periodic, client-defined timetable. The Electronic Service Agent automatically reports hardware problems to IBM. Early knowledge about potential problems enables IBM to deliver proactive service that may result in higher system availability and performance. In addition, information collected through the Service Agent is made available to IBM service support representatives when they help answer your questions or diagnose problems. Installation and use of IBM Electronic Service Agent for problem reporting enables IBM to provide better support and service for your IBM server.
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IBM Global Financing
Yes
Warranty period
Three years. An IBM part or feature installed during the initial installation of an IBM machine is subject to a full warranty effective on the date of installation of the machine. An IBM part or feature that replaces a previously installed part or feature assumes the remainder of the warranty period for the replaced part or feature. An IBM part or feature added to a machine without replacing a previously installed part or feature is subject to a full warranty effective on its date of installation. Unless specified otherwise, the warranty period, type of warranty service, and service level of a part or feature are the same as those for the machine in which it is installed.
Warranty service
If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the types of warranty service specified for the machine. IBM will attempt to resolve your problem over the telephone, or electronically via an IBM website. You must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures that IBM specifies. Scheduling of service will depend the time of your call and is subject to parts availability. If applicable to your product, parts considered Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) will be provided as part of the machine's standard warranty service.
Service levels are response-time objectives and are not guaranteed. The specified level of warranty service may not be available in all worldwide locations. Additional charges may apply outside IBM's normal service area. Contact your local IBM representative or your reseller for country-specific and location-specific information.
CRU service:
IBM provides replacement CRUs to you for you to install. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your machine and are available from IBM upon your request. CRUs are designated as being either a Tier 1 (mandatory) or a Tier 2 (optional) CRU.
Tier 1 CRU:
Installation of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
Tier 2 CRU:
You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional charge.
Based upon availability, CRUs will be shipped for next-business-day (NBD) delivery. IBM specifies, in the materials shipped with a replacement CRU, whether a defective CRU must be returned to IBM. When return is required, return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU. You may be charged for the replacement CRU if IBM does not receive the defective CRU within 15 days of your receipt of the replacement.
The following parts have been designated as Tier 1 CRU parts:
- DASD Drive
- DASD Media Backplane
- DVD Drive
- Fan Air Baffle
- Fan
- All PCI Adapters
- Memory Riser Card
- Power Supply
- Line/power cord
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- External cables
- Display
- Operator Panel
- TOD Battery
- Memory DIMMs
- Processor VRM
- SAS Conduit Cable
- SAS Tape Drive Cables
- USB and SAS Tape Drive
- USB Tape Drive Signal Cable
- Storage Interposer
- SPCN Cable
- Interlock Switch
- RAID Battery
- RAID Battery Package Card
- RAID Battery Card
On-site Service:
IBM will repair the failing machine at your location and verify its operation. You must provide a suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the IBM machine. The area must be clean, well-lit, and suitable for the purpose.
Service level is:
- 9 hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, next-business-day response. Calls must be received by 5:00 pm local time in order to qualify for next-business-day response.
Non-IBM parts support
Warranty service: IBM is now shipping machines with selected non-IBM parts that contain an IBM field replaceable unit (FRU) part number label. These parts are to be serviced during the IBM machine warranty period. IBM is covering the service on these selected non-IBM parts as an accommodation to their customers, and normal warranty service procedures for the IBM machine apply.
Non-IBM parts service
IBM is now shipping machines with selected non-IBM parts that contain an IBM field replaceable unit (FRU) part number label. These parts are to be serviced during the IBM machine warranty period. IBM is covering the service on these selected non-IBM parts as an accommodation to their customers, and normal warranty service procedures for the IBM machine apply.
Warranty service upgrades
During the warranty period, warranty service upgrades provide an enhanced level of On-site Service for an additional charge. A warranty service upgrade must be purchased during the warranty period and is for a fixed term (duration). It is not refundable or transferable and may not be prorated. If required, IBM will provide the warranty service upgrade enhanced level of On-Site Service acquired by the customer. Service levels are response-time objectives and are not guaranteed. See the Warranty services section for additional details.
IBM will attempt to resolve your problem over the telephone or electronically by access to an IBM website. Certain machines contain remote support capabilities for direct problem reporting, remote problem determination, and resolution with IBM. You must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures that IBM specifies. Following problem determination, if IBM determines on-site service is required, scheduling of service will depend upon the time of your call, machine technology and redundancy, and availability of parts.
On-site Service:
IBM will repair the failing machine at your location and verify its operation. You must provide a suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the IBM machine. The area must be clean, well lit, and suitable for the purpose. The following on-site response-time objectives are available as warranty service upgrades for your machine.
The service level is:
- 9 hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, 4-hour average, same-business-day response
- 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 4-hour average response, same day
- 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 2-hour average response, same day
Note: Canada does not offer 2 hour
response option.
Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) may be provided as part of the machine's standard warranty CRU Service except that you may install a CRU yourself or request IBM installation, at no additional charge, under the CRU and On-site Service level specified above. For additional information on the CRU Service, see the warranty information.
Maintenance services:
If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the types of maintenance service specified for the machine. IBM will attempt to resolve your problem over the telephone or electronically, via an IBM website. Certain machines contain remote support capabilities for direct problem reporting, remote problem determination, and resolution with IBM. You must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures that IBM specifies. Scheduling of service will depend upon the time of your call and is subject to parts availability. Service levels are response-time objectives and are not guaranteed. The specified level of maintenance service may not be available in all worldwide locations. Additional charges may apply outside IBM's normal service area. Contact your local IBM representative or your reseller for country-specific and location-specific information. The following service selections are available as maintenance options for your machine type.
On-site Service:
IBM will repair the failing machine at your location and verify its operation. You must provide a suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the IBM machine. The area must be clean, well-lit, and suitable for the purpose.
Service levels are:
- 9 hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, next-business-day response
- 9 hours per day, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, 4-hour average response, same-business day
- 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 4-hour average response, same day
- 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 2-hour average response, same day
Note: Canada does not offer 2-hour
response option.
Customer Replaceable Unit Service:
If your problem can be resolved with a CRU (for example, keyboard, mouse, speaker, memory, or hard disk drive), and depending upon the maintenance service offerings in your geography, IBM will ship the replacement CRU to you for you to install. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your machine and are available from IBM upon your request.
Based upon availability, CRUs will be shipped for next business day delivery. IBM specifies, in the materials shipped with a replacement CRU, whether a defective CRU must be returned to IBM. When return is required, 1) return instructions and a container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if IBM does not receive the defective CRU within 15 days of your receipt of the replacement.
CRUs may be provided as part of the machine's standard maintenance service except that you may install a CRU yourself or request IBM installation, at no additional charge, under any of the On-site Service levels specified above.
Non-IBM parts service
Under certain conditions, IBM provides services for selected non-IBM parts at no additional charge for machines that are covered under warranty service upgrades or maintenance services.
This service includes hardware problem determination (PD) on the non-IBM parts (for example, adapter cards, PCMCIA cards, disk drives, memory) installed within IBM machines and provides the labor to replace the failing parts at no additional charge.
If IBM has a Technical Service Agreement with the manufacturer of the failing part, or if the failing part is an accommodations part (a part with an IBM FRU label), IBM may also source and replace the failing part at no additional charge. For all other non-IBM parts, customers are responsible for sourcing the parts. Installation labor is provided at no additional charge, if the machine is covered under a warranty service upgrade or a maintenance service.
Warranty service upgrades
Usage plan machine
No
IBM hourly service rate classification
Two
When a type of service involves the exchange of a machine part, the replacement may not be new, but will be in good working order.
Field-installable features
Yes
Model conversions
No
Machine installation
Customer setup. Customers are responsible for installation according to the instructions IBM provides with the machine.
Graduated program license charges apply
Yes
The applicable processor tier is: Small
Licensed machine code
IBM Machine Code is licensed for use by a customer on the IBM machine for which it was provided by IBM under the terms and conditions of the IBM License Agreement for Machine Code, to enable the machine to function in accordance with its specifications, and only for the capacity authorized by IBM and acquired by the customer. You can obtain the agreement by contacting your IBM representative or visiting
Machine using LMC Type Model
IBM may release changes to the Machine Code. IBM plans to make the Machine Code changes available for download from the IBM pSeries® technical support website
If the machine does not function as warranted and your problem can be resolved through your application of downloadable machine code, you are responsible for downloading and installing these designated machine code changes as IBM specifies. If you would prefer, you may request IBM to install downloadable Machine Code changes; however, you may be charged for that service.
Educational allowance
A reduced charge is available to qualified education customers. The educational allowance may not be added to any other discount or allowance.
The educational allowance is 8% for the products in this announcement.
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Product charges
The following are newly announced features on the specific models of the IBM Power Systems 8231 machine type:
Minimum Initial/
Monthly MES/
Model Feature Purchase Maint. Both/ RP
Description number numbers price Charge Support CSU MES
IBM Power 710
E1C Yes
One CSC Billing Unit
E1C 0010 Both Yes No
Ten CSC Billing Uits
E1C 0011 Both Yes No
Mirrored System Disk Level, Sp
E1C 0040 Both Yes No
Device Parity Protection All
E1C 0041 Both Yes No
Device Parity RAID 6 All
E1C 0047 Both Yes No
RISC to RISC Data Migration
E1C 0205 Initial N/A No
AIX Partition Specify
E1C 0265 Both Yes No
Linux Partition Specify
E1C 0266 Both Yes No
IBM i Partition Specify
E1C 0267 Both Yes No
Specify Custom Data Protection
E1C 0296 Both Yes No
Mirrored Level System Specify
E1C 0308 Both Yes No
RAID Hot Spare Specify
E1C 0347 Both Yes No
V.24/EIA232 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI C
E1C 0348 Both Yes No
V.24/EIA232 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI
E1C 0349 Support Yes No
V.35 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0353 Both Yes No
V.35 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0354 Support Yes No
V.36 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0356 Support Yes No
X.21 6.1m (20 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0359 Both Yes No
X.21 15.2m (50 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0360 Support Yes No
V.24/EIA232 (80 Ft) PCI Cable
E1C 0365 Support Yes No
Customer Specified Placement
E1C 0456 Initial N/A No
SSD Placement Indicator CEC
E1C 0462 Both N/A No
SSD Placement Indicator 5887
E1C 0465 Initial N/A No
19 inch, 1.8 meter high rack
E1C 0551 MES Yes No
19 inch, 2.0 meter high rack
E1C 0553 MES Yes No
19 inch, 1.3 meter high rack
E1C 0555 Support Yes No
IBM i 6.1 w/6.1.1 Machine Code
E1C 0566 Both Yes No
IBM i 7.1 Specify Code
E1C 0567 Both Yes No
Rack Filler Panel Kit
E1C 0599 Both Yes No
Load Source Not in CEC
E1C 0719 Both Yes No
#1787 Load Source Specify
E1C 0722 Both Yes No
#1996 Load Source Specify
E1C 0724 Both Yes No
Specify 5886 Load Source plac
E1C 0727 Both Yes No
#5887 Load Source Specify
E1C 0728 Both Yes No
SAN Load Source Specify
E1C 0837 Both Yes No
3677 Load Source Specify
E1C 0839 Support Yes No
3678 Load Source Specify
E1C 0840 Support Yes No
3658 Load Source Specify
E1C 0844 Support Yes No
1888 Load Source Specify
E1C 0853 Both Yes No
1909 Load Source Specify
E1C 0854 Support Yes No
911 Load Source Specify
E1C 0856 Both Yes No
#1916 Load Source Specify
E1C 0857 Both Yes No
#1879 Load Source Specify
E1C 0870 Both Yes No
#1947 Load Source Specify
E1C 0871 Both Yes No
#1948 Load Source Specify
E1C 0872 Both Yes No
#1956 Load Source Specify
E1C 0874 Both Yes No
#1962 Load Source Specify
E1C 0875 Both Yes No
US TAA Compliance Indicator
E1C 0983 Both Yes No
USB 160 GB Removable Disk Dr
E1C 1106 Both Yes No
USB 500 GB Removable Disk Dr
E1C 1107 Both Yes No
USB Internal Docking Station
E1C 1123 Both Yes No
80/160GB DAT160 SAS Tape Drive
E1C 1124 Both Yes No
Custom Serv. Specify, Roch
E1C 1140 Both Yes No
200V 16A 4.3m (14 Ft) TL Line
E1C 1406 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/16A Pwr Cd Italy
E1C 1408 Support Yes No
125V 4.3m (14 Ft) Line Cord
E1C 1413 Support Yes No
200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Locking Line
E1C 1414 Support Yes No
200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Watertight LC
E1C 1415 Support Yes No
200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Locking Line
E1C 1416 Support Yes No
200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Watertight L
E1C 1417 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord EU/As
E1C 1420 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord CH/DK
E1C 1421 Support Yes No
200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Locking Line
E1C 1424 Support Yes No
200V 1.8m (6 Ft) Watertight Li
E1C 1425 Support Yes No
200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Locking Line
E1C 1426 Support Yes No
200V 4.3m (14 Ft) Watertight L
E1C 1427 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord EU/As
E1C 1439 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Denma
E1C 1440 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord S. Af
E1C 1441 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Swiss
E1C 1442 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord UK
E1C 1443 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/10A Power Cord Israe
E1C 1445 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/32A Power Cord EU 1
E1C 1449 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/16A Power Cord EU 2
E1C 1450 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Line Cord
E1C 1451 Support Yes No
200V (14 Ft) 4.3m Line Cord
E1C 1452 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Locking Line
E1C 1453 Support Yes No
200V 12A (14 Ft) 4.3m TL Line
E1C 1454 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Watertight Li
E1C 1455 Support Yes No
200V (14 Ft) 4.3m Watertight L
E1C 1456 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Upper Line Co
E1C 1457 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Upper Locking
E1C 1458 Support Yes No
200V (6 Ft) 1.8m Locking
E1C 1459 Support Yes No
4.3m 200V/16A Pwr Cd
E1C 1477 Support Yes No
177GB SFF-1 SSD w/ eMLC AIX/Li
E1C 1775 Both Yes No
177GB SFF-1 SSD w/ eMLC IBM i
E1C 1787 Both Yes No
600GB 10k RPM SAS SFF Disk
E1C 1790 Both Yes No
System port/UPS Conversion Cab
E1C 1827 Both Yes No
283GB 15K RPM SAS Disk
E1C 1879 Both Yes No
300GB 15K RPM SAS Disk
E1C 1880 Both Yes No
300GB 10K RPM SFF SAS Disk D
E1C 1885 Both Yes No
146GB 15K RPM SFF SAS Disk D
E1C 1886 Both Yes No
139GB 15K RPM SFF SAS Disk D
E1C 1888 Both Yes No
69GB SFF SAS Solid State D
E1C 1890 Support Yes No
69GB SFF SAS Solid State Drive
E1C 1909 Support Yes No
283GB 10K RPM SFF SAS Disk Dri
E1C 1911 Both Yes No
571GB 10k RPM SAS SFF Disk
E1C 1916 Both Yes No
146GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1917 Both Yes No
300GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1925 Both Yes No
139GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1947 Both Yes No
283GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1948 Both Yes No
300GB 15k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1953 Both Yes No
283GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1956 Both Yes No
571GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1962 Both Yes No
600GB 10k RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk
E1C 1964 Both Yes No
177GB SSD Module with eMLC (AI
E1C 1995 Both No No
1 Gigabit iSCSI TOE PCI X on C
E1C 1996 Both No No
PCIe LP RAID SSD SAS Adapter 3
E1C 2053 Both Yes No
Primary OS - IBM i
E1C 2145 Both Yes No
Primary OS AIX
E1C 2146 Both Yes No
Primary OS Linux
E1C 2147 Both Yes No
Factory Deconfiguration of 1 c
E1C 2319 Initial N/A No
LC-SC 50 Micron Fiber Conv Cab
E1C 2456 Both Yes No
LC-SC 62.5 Mic.Fib.Conv.Cable
E1C 2459 Both Yes No
Asynch.Termin/Print.Cbl EIA232
E1C 2934 Both Yes No
Asynchronous Cable EIA 232/V
E1C 2936 Both Yes No
Ser to Ser Port Cab Draw/Draw
E1C 3124 Both Yes No
Serial to Se.Port Cbl Rack 8M
E1C 3125 Both Yes No
3-meter DDR 4X Copper
E1C 3246 Both Yes No
Note: The monitor or display features are subject to a $16
Electronic Waste Recycling Fee (15-INCH TO 34-INCH VIDEO DEVICE.)
Widescreen LCD Monitor
E1C 3632 Both Yes No
T541H/L150p 15inchTFT Col.M
E1C 3637 Support Yes No
ThinkVision L170p Flat Pan.M
E1C 3639 Support Yes No
ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel M
E1C 3640 Support Yes No
IBM T115 Flat Panel Monitor
E1C 3641 Support Yes No
ThinkVision L191p Flat Panel M
E1C 3642 Support Yes No
IBM T120 Flat Panel Monitor
E1C 3643 Support Yes No
19in. Flat Panel Monitor
E1C 3644 Support Yes No
17in. Flat Panel Monitor
E1C 3645 Support Yes No
146GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3647 Both Yes No
300GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3648 Both Yes No
450GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3649 Both Yes No
SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 1M
E1C 3652 Both Yes No
SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 3M
E1C 3653 Both Yes No
SAS Cable (EE) Drawer to Dr 6M
E1C 3654 Both Yes No
428GB 15K RPM SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3658 Both Yes No
SAS Cable (X) Adapter to SAS E
E1C 3661 Both Yes No
SAS Cbl X Adp SAS Enclosure 6M
E1C 3662 Both Yes No
SAS Cbl X Adp SAS Encl 15M
E1C 3663 Both Yes No
139.5GB 15k rpm SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3677 Both Yes No
283.7GB 15k rpm SAS Disk Drive
E1C 3678 Both Yes No
SAS Cab (AE) Adapter to En 3M
E1C 3684 Both Yes No
SAS Cable(AE) Adapter to En 6M
E1C 3685 Both Yes No
SAS Ca(YI) System to SAS 3M
E1C 3687 Both Yes No
SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS1.5M
E1C 3691 Both Yes No
SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 3M
E1C 3692 Both Yes No
SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 6M
E1C 3693 Both Yes No
SAS Cab(YO) Adapter to SAS 15M
E1C 3694 Both Yes No
0.3M Serial Prt Converter Cbl
E1C 3925 Both Yes No
Serial Port Null Mod Cab 3.7M
E1C 3927 Both Yes No
Ser.Port Null Modem Cable,10M
E1C 3928 Both Yes No
System Serial Port Converter C
E1C 3930 Both Yes No
6Foot Extend.Cbl for Displays
E1C 4242 Both Yes No
Extender Cable USB Keybo 1.8M
E1C 4256 Both Yes No
VGA to DVI Connection Converte
E1C 4276 Both Yes No
One and only one rack indicator feature is required on
all orders (#4650 to #4666).
No Factory Integration Ind.
E1C 4650 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 1
E1C 4651 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 2
E1C 4652 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 3
E1C 4653 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 1
E1C 4654 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 5
E1C 4655 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 6
E1C 4656 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 7
E1C 4657 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 8
E1C 4658 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 9
E1C 4659 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 10
E1C 4660 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 11
E1C 4661 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 12
E1C 4662 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 13
E1C 4663 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 14
E1C 4664 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 15
E1C 4665 Initial N/A No
Rack Indicator, Rack 16
E1C 4666 Initial N/A No
Active Memory Expansion Enabl
E1C 4795 Both Yes No
Software Preload Required
E1C 5000 Initial N/A No
Customer Solution Center Roche
E1C 5002 Initial N/A No
Power Dist Unit 1 Phase NEMA
E1C 5160 Support Yes No
Power Dist Unit 1 Phase IEC
E1C 5161 Support Yes No
Power Dist Unit 2 of 3 Phase
E1C 5162 Support Yes No
Power Dist Unit - 3 Phase
E1C 5163 Support Yes No
PowerVM Express Edition
E1C 5225 Both Yes No
PowerVM Standard Edition
E1C 5227 Both Yes No
PowerVM Enterprise Edition
E1C 5228 Both Yes No
Memory Riser Card
E1C 5265 Both Yes No
PCIe LP POWER GXT145 Graphics
E1C 5269 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 10Gb FCoE 2 port Adapt
E1C 5270 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 4 Port 10/100/1000 Bas
E1C 5271 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 10GbE CX4 1 port Adapt
E1C 5272 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 8Gb 2 Port Fibre Chann
E1C 5273 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 2 Port 1GbE SX Adapter
E1C 5274 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 10GbE SR 1 port Adapt
E1C 5275 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 4Gb 2 Port Fibre Chann
E1C 5276 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 4 Port Async EIA 232 A
E1C 5277 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 2 x4 port SAS Adapter
E1C 5278 Both Yes No
PCIe2 4Port 10GBE&1GBE SFP+ LP
E1C 5279 Both Yes No
PCIe2 4-Port 10GbE&1GbE SR LP
E1C 5280 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE TX Adapter
E1C 5281 Both Yes No
PCIe2 LP 2-Port 4X IB QDR Adap
E1C 5283 Both Yes No
PCIe2 LP 2 port 10GbE SR Adapt
E1C 5284 Both Yes No
PCIe2 LP 2 Port 10GbE SFP Copp
E1C 5286 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 2 Port Async EIA 232 A
E1C 5290 Both Yes No
RFID Tags for Servers, Blades
E1C 5524 Initial N/A No
Sys Console On HMC
E1C 5550 Both Yes No
Sys Console-Ethernet No IOP
E1C 5557 Initial N/A No
System AC Power Supply, 1725 W
E1C 5603 Both Yes No
SATA Slimline DVD RAM Drive
E1C 5762 Both Yes No
EXP 12S Expansion Drawer
E1C 5886 Support Yes No
EXP24S SFF Gen2-bay Drawer
E1C 5887 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, US English
E1C 5951 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, French
E1C 5952 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Italian
E1C 5953 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, German/Aus
E1C 5954 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, UK English
E1C 5955 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Spanish
E1C 5956 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Japanese
E1C 5957 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, BrazilianP
E1C 5958 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Hungarian
E1C 5959 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Korean
E1C 5960 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Chinese
E1C 5961 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, French Can
E1C 5962 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Belgian/UK
E1C 5964 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Swedish/Fi
E1C 5965 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Danish
E1C 5966 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Bulgarian
E1C 5967 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Swiss/Fr/G
E1C 5968 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Norwegian
E1C 5969 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Dutch
E1C 5970 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Portuguese
E1C 5971 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Greek
E1C 5972 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Hebrew
E1C 5973 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Polish
E1C 5974 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Slovakian
E1C 5975 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Czech
E1C 5976 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Turkish
E1C 5977 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, LA Spanish
E1C 5978 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Arabic
E1C 5979 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Thai
E1C 5980 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Russian
E1C 5981 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, Slovenian
E1C 5982 Both Yes No
Full Width Key USB, US English
E1C 5983 Both Yes No
Opt Front Door for 1.8m Rack
E1C 6068 MES Yes No
Opt Front Door for 2.0m Rack
E1C 6069 MES Yes No
1.8m Rack Acoustic Doors
E1C 6248 MES Yes No
2.0m Rack Acoustic Doors
E1C 6249 MES Yes No
1.8m Rack Trim Kit
E1C 6263 MES Yes No
2.0m Rack Trim Kit
E1C 6272 MES Yes No
Pwr Cbl 14FT, Drwr - IBM PDU
E1C 6458 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd (14FT), Drwr - OEM PDU
E1C 6460 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 4.3M, Drwr - OEM PDU
E1C 6469 Both Yes No
PWR Cord(6foot),To Wall
E1C 6470 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6471 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6472 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6473 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6474 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6475 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6476 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6477 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6478 Both Yes No
PWR Cord(9foot),(250V,10A)
E1C 6479 Support Yes No
PWR Cord(9foot),(125V,15A)
E1C 6488 Both Yes No
4.3m (14 Ft) 3PH/24A Power Cor
E1C 6489 MES Yes No
4.3m (14 Ft) 1PH/48A Pwr Cord
E1C 6491 MES Yes No
4.3m (14 Ft) 1PH/48 60A Pwr Co
E1C 6492 MES Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A
E1C 6493 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A
E1C 6494 Both Yes No
To Wall/OEM PDU, (250V, 10A)
E1C 6495 Support Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 250V,10A
E1C 6496 Both Yes No
PWR Cord(6ft),To Wall/OEM PDU
E1C 6497 Support Yes No
Power Cord 6ftTo Wall OEM PDU
E1C 6498 Support Yes No
Power Cable Drawer to IBM PD
E1C 6577 Both Yes No
Optional Rack Security Kit
E1C 6580 MES Yes No
Modem Tray for 19-Inch Rack
E1C 6586 MES Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7m 9ft Wall 125V,15A
E1C 6651 Both Yes No
4.3m 1PH/24-30A Pwr Cord
E1C 6654 MES Yes No
4.3m 14Ft 1PH/24 30A WR Pwr
E1C 6655 MES Yes No
4.3m 14Ft 1PH/24A Power Cord
E1C 6656 MES Yes No
Pwr.Cord(9ft),To Wall/OEM PDU
E1C 6659 Both Yes No
PWR Cord(14ft),Dr.to OEM PDU
E1C 6660 Both Yes No
Pwr Cord 3M, Drwr to IBM PDU
E1C 6665 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 4.3M, Drwr - OEM PDU
E1C 6669 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 6-FT, (125V,15A)PT#59
E1C 6670 Support Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7M, Drwr - IBM PDU
E1C 6671 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 1.5M, Drwr - IBM PDU
E1C 6672 Both Yes No
Pwr Crd 2.7M, Wall - OEM PDU
E1C 6680 Both Yes No
Power Cord (6ft),To Wall
E1C 6687 Support Yes No
IIntelligent PDU+ 1 EIA Unit
E1C 7109 MES Yes No
Environmental Monitoring Probe
E1C 7118 Both Yes No
Power Distribution Unit
E1C 7188 MES Yes No
AAP Software Pre-Inst.Indic.
E1C 7305 Initial N/A No
2.0m Rack Side Attach Kit
E1C 7780 Support Yes No
Eth Cbl 6M HW Management
E1C 7801 Support Yes No
Eth Cbl 15M HW Management
E1C 7802 Both Yes No
Side-by-Side for 1.8m Racks
E1C 7840 Support Yes No
Ruggedize Rack Kit
E1C 7841 Support Yes No
Linux Software Preinstall
E1C 8143 Initial N/A No
Linux Software Preinstall BP
E1C 8144 Initial N/A No
Mouse-USB,Black KBD Att C
E1C 8841 Support Yes No
USB Mouse
E1C 8845 Both Yes No
PCIe LP 2-Port 1GbE TX Adapter
E1C 9056 Initial N/A No
Order Routing Indicator Syste
E1C 9169 Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-US Eng
E1C 9300 NC Initial N/A No
specify mode-1 & (1)5901/5278
E1C 9359 Both Yes No
Specify mode-1 & (2)5901/5278
E1C 9360 Both Yes No
Specify mode-2 & (2)5901/5278
E1C 9361 Both Yes No
Specify mode-4 & (4)5901/5278
E1C 9365 Both Yes No
Specify mode-2 & (4)5901/5278
E1C 9366 Both Yes No
Specify mode-1 & CEC SAS port
E1C 9384 Both Yes No
New AIX License Core Counter
E1C 9440 NC Initial N/A No
New IBM i Lic Core Counter
E1C 9441 NC Initial N/A No
New Red Hat Lic Core Counter
E1C 9442 NC Initial N/A No
New SUSE Lic Core Counter
E1C 9443 NC Initial N/A No
Other AIX Lic Core Counter
E1C 9444 NC Initial N/A No
Other Linux Lic Core Counter
E1C 9445 NC Initial N/A No
3rd Party Linux Lic Core Cnt
E1C 9446 NC Initial N/A No
VIOS Core Counter
E1C 9447 NC Initial N/A No
Month Indicator
E1C 9461 Initial N/A No
Day Indicator
E1C 9462 Initial N/A No
Hour Indicator
E1C 9463 Initial N/A No
Minute Indicator
E1C 9464 Initial N/A No
Qty Indicator
E1C 9465 Initial N/A No
Countable Member Indicator
E1C 9466 Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Dutch
E1C 9700 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-French
E1C 9703 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-German
E1C 9704 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Polish
E1C 9705 NC Initial N/A No
Lang Group Specify - Norwegian
E1C 9706 NC Initial N/A No
Lang.Group Spcf-Portuguese
E1C 9707 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Spanish
E1C 9708 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Italian
E1C 9711 NC Initial N/A No
Langua Gr Speci Canadian Frenc
E1C 9712 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Japanese
E1C 9714 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Specify Tr Chin
E1C 9715 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Korean
E1C 9716 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Turkish
E1C 9718 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Hungarian
E1C 9719 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Slovakian
E1C 9720 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Russian
E1C 9721 NC Initial N/A No
Lang Group Spcf Simpl Chinese
E1C 9722 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Czech
E1C 9724 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Romanian
E1C 9725 NC Initial N/A No
Lang Group Specify - Croatian
E1C 9726 NC Initial N/A No
Language Group Spcf-Slovenian
E1C 9727 NC Initial N/A No
Lang Group Specify - Braz Port
E1C 9728 NC Initial N/A No
Lang Group Specify - Thai
E1C 9729 NC Initial N/A No
Storage Backplane 6 SFF Dri
E1C EJ0D Both Yes No
Storage Backplane 3 SFF Dri
E1C EJ0E Both Yes No
Storage Backplane w/ext SAS
E1C EJ0F Both Yes No
Trial Live Partition Mobility
E1C ELPM Both Yes No
4GB (2x2GB) Memory DIMMs 1066
E1C EM04 Both Yes No
8GB (2x4GB) Memory DIMMs 1066
E1C EM08 Both Yes No
16GB(2x8GB) Memory Dimms, 1066
E1C EM16 Both Yes No
32GB (2x16GB) MemoryDIMMs,1066
E1C EM32 Both Yes No
1m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax
E1C EN01 Both Yes No
3m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax
E1C EN02 Both Yes No
5m 10GbE Cable SFP+ Act Twinax
E1C EN03 Both Yes No
4-core 3.0 GHz POWER7 Processr
E1C EPC1 Both Yes No
6-core 3.7 GHz POWER7 Processr
E1C EPC2 Both Yes No
8-core 3.55 GHz POWER7 Procesr
E1C EPC3 Both Yes No
One processor Activ for #EPC1
E1C EPD1 Both Yes No
One processor Activ for #EPC2
E1C EPD2 Both Yes No
One processor Activ for #EPC3
E1C EPD3 Both Yes No
Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC1
E1C EPE1 Both Yes No
Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC2
E1C EPE2 Both Yes No
Zero-priced Proc Act for #EPC3
E1C EPE3 Both Yes No
1TB Removable Disk Cartridge
E1C EU01 Both Yes No
The following are newly announced features on the specific models of the IBM Power Systems 7891 machine type:
Minimum Initial/
Monthly MES/
Description Model Feature Purchase Maint. Both/ RP
Machine type 7891 number numbers Price Charge Support CSU MES
USB External Docking Station R
73X 1104 Both Yes
74X Both Yes
USB 160 GB Removable Disk Dr
73X 1106 Both Yes No
74X Both Yes No
USB 500 GB Removable Disk Dr
73X 1107 Both Yes
74X Both Yes
Feature conversions
Feature conversions for 8231-E1C virtualization engine features:
Parts Purchase
From FC: To FC: Returned Price
5225 - PowerVM Express 5227 - PowerVM Standard No
Edition Edition
5225 - PowerVM Express 5228 - PowerVM No
Edition Enterprise Edition
5227 - PowerVM Standard 5228 - PowerVM No
Edition Enterprise Edition
Pricing terms
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ServicePac prices
For ServiceElect (ESA) maintenance service charges, contact IBM Global Services at 888-IBM-4343 (426-4343).
IBM Global Financing
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IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing of hardware, software, and services, from both IBM and other manufacturers or vendors.
Financing Power Systems solutions from IBM Global Financing can help customers acquire more from existing budgets while helping them conserve cash, and provides a comprehensive end to end multi vendor IT financing solution. This end-to-end approach helps form the foundation of a cohesive technology management strategy that can be superior to ownership. We can help reduce costs compared to purchase, increase ROI, lower Total Cost of Ownership, minimize risk, improve accountability, and enable customers to focus on their core business strategies while giving customers the ability to make flexible equipment decisions throughout the entire technology life cycle.
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