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IBM 45W2868: 4 Gbit/s short wave host card for an IBM storage frame. Confirm the machine type and cabling before ordering.

The IBM 45W2868 is recorded as a short wave host card rated at 4 Gbit/s. Host cards sit at the front of an IBM enterprise storage system and carry the Fibre Channel or FICON links that servers use to reach the disk behind them. Short wave means multimode optics, suited to runs within a data centre, and 4 Gbit/s places the card in the generation that preceded the 8 Gbit/s hardware. Speed, wavelength and machine type all have to line up, so confirm those details with us before ordering.

IBM’s enterprise disk systems, principally the DS8000 family under machine type 2107 and the DS6000 and DS4000 ranges before it, are built from a pair of POWER based processor complexes, host adapters facing the storage network, device adapters driving the disk enclosures behind them, and the drive modules themselves. Each of those is a field replaceable unit, and matched spares are how capacity and redundancy are restored after a failure.

Give us the system details or a picture of the part label and we will physically verify the match before despatch. Tech-Star (UK-based, shipped worldwide) holds IBM equipment for data centre maintenance work. Please contact our sales team for current availability and pricing.

Worldwide supply. We export new and refurbished telecoms and networking equipment internationally. International buyers welcome, request a delivered quote in your currency. Supply subject to export checks.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the IBM 45W2868 refurbished or new?
Tech-Star supplies both new and refurbished IBM 45W2868. Refurbished items are tested and graded against manufacturer specifications; the condition is confirmed at quote.
What warranty is included with the IBM 45W2868?
Refurbished IBM 45W2868 comes with a 90-day parts and labour warranty as standard. Extended warranty options are available on request.
How do I get a price for the IBM 45W2868?
Pricing reflects current stock and lead time, so we quote per enquiry. Submit the part number through the contact form for a quote, typically within one business hour.
Can the IBM 45W2868 be returned?
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery in line with our return policy. A restocking fee may apply for opened items.
How quickly can the IBM 45W2868 be delivered?
Lead time depends on current stock. UK-based items typically ship the next business day; sourced items vary. We confirm lead time at quote.

Key FeaturesGenuine IBM component; @STORAGE SHORT WAVE HSTCDSW4GB; compatible with its IBM host system
ApplicationsIBM system maintenance; component redundancy and spares; capacity expansion
CompatibilityIBM compatible host systems/chassis
Specifications@STORAGE SHORT WAVE HSTCDSW4GB
PlatformIBM server / storage / networking hardware
ManufacturerIBM

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