IBM DS8000 Upgrade Guide
Maximize the performance and lifespan of your IBM DS8000 (DS8000). Every upgrade option below is verified compatible.
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Upgrading components extends its useful life and avoids costly replacement.
Upgrade Accessories
Rails, bezels, cable management arms, and drive caddies keep your server organized and serviceable. Replacing worn accessories extends the physical life of your equipment.
IBM Cable 00FK818
00FK818 IBM HDD Backplane 150MM Cable
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IBM Cable 00FK819
00FK819 IBM HDD Backplane 150MM Cable
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IBM Cable 00KC582
00KC582 IBM Cable Front HDD 80MM
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IBM Cable 00KF463
00KF463 IBM HDD Frontal Cable 260MM
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IBM Cable 00KF464
00KF464 IBM Cable Front HDD 260MM
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IBM Cable 00KF474
00KF474 IBM Cable Front HDD 80MM
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Upgrade Controllers
Upgrading your RAID controller enables faster disk I/O, larger cache, and support for newer drive technologies. Essential when adding NVMe or SAS-4 drives.
IBM Storage Controller 111
111 IBM H3 FAS2050 N3600 Filer Controller
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IBM Storage Controller 23R0471
23R0471 IBM Controller Card for DS6800 Model 522
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IBM Storage Controller 44X2423
44X2423 IBM DS4700 Mod 70A Controller
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IBM Storage Controller 5268
5268 IBM 82XX RAID and Cache Storage Controller
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IBM Storage Controller 68Y8481
68Y8481 IBM DS3500 Storage Controller
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IBM Storage Controller 74Y3346
74Y3346 IBM Ccin 2BD9 RAID and Cache Storage Controller for POWER7 8231 E2B
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Upgrade Power & Cooling
This category provides verified compatible upgrade paths. ICD engineers validate every part for compatibility with your specific server model and workload requirements.
IBM Fan 00MU235
00MU235 IBM Lenovo Fan for X3500 M5
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IBM Fan 00MV921
00MV921 IBM Cooling Fan for X3650 M5
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IBM Fan 00N6409
00N6409 IBM Xseries 235 Front Fan
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IBM Fan 00N6991
00N6991 IBM Fan for Xseries 330 335
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IBM Fan 00N7248
00N7248 IBM Netfinity 4500 6000 Rear Fan
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IBM Fan 00Y8553
00Y8553 IBM Fan Module for X3550 M4
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