I/O Module and Cable connect to Gigabit Ethernet networks.
Press Release Summary:
BladeCenter(TM) Copper Pass-Thru Module provides unconfigured network connection that enables blade servers in BladeCenter unit to connect to existing Gigabit Ethernet network infrastructure. Unit requires no configuration, conforms to mechanical and electrical requirements for BladeCenter, and provides self test and diagnostics capability. It allows up to 14 blade connections per module and up to 5 blade connections per cable.
Original Press Release:
IBM eServer BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module and Cable -- An Alternative Connection to Gigabit Ethernet Networks and Low-Profile Handles
Overview
The Copper Passthru Module (CuPM) is an unswitched/unblocked
bidirectional copper connection to each blade server. This option provides Ethernet network connectivity for customers who have available ports on external Ethernet switches by delivering an alternative method to connect to Gigabit Ethernet network architectures.
The IBM eserver BladeCenter(TM) Type 8677 chassis supports installation of I/O modules that enable it to communicate with your external resources. The IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module, also called an I/O module, provides an unconfigured network connection that enables the blade servers in the BladeCenter unit to connect to an existing Gigabit Ethernet network infrastructure. No configuration of the copper pass-thru module is required.
o Allows multiple blade servers to connect to external resources
o Conforms to mechanical and electrical requirements for BladeCenter
o Transmits and receives network data between blades and Gigabit
Ethernet network environments(does not support 10/100 Ethernet networks)
o Provides self test and diagnostics capability
The IBM BladeCenter Copper Pass-thru Module Cable provides a connection between the copper pass-thru module and an external Gigabit Ethernet environment. This cable allows up to five copper connections to blade servers.
IBM eServer® BladeCenter HS20 Low Profile Handle (25K8358): This
option accommodates customers who require deployment of the
BladeCenter T bezel and accompanying filter for harsh environments. It includes low-profile blade handles and is for HS20 8832 model blades supported in BladeCenter T or BladeCenter
chassis.
IBM eServer BladeCenter HS40 Low Profile Handle (25K8359): This option accommodates customers who require deployment of the
BladeCenter T bezel and accompanying filter for harsh
environments. It includes low-profile blade handles and is for HS40 8839 model blades supported in BladeCenter T or BladeCenter
chassis.
Additional information: All offers are subject to availability. IBM reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice. IBM is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors.
IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party
products or services.
Planned availability dates
o August 13, 2004, low-profile handles (25K8358 and 25K8359)
o August 27, 2004, Copper Pass-thru Module and Cable
At a glance
IBM eServer BladeCenter Copper Passthru Module and Cable:
o Used to transfer data between the BladeCenter units and the external Gigabit Ethernet networking environments.
o Allows up to 14 blade connections per module.
o Allows up to five blade connections per cable.
For technical support:
o Call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378)
or
o Request technical information via the Personal Computing
Division Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
