IBM 44V4951 – 1700W AC Power Supply (Hot-Swap, Base, R

Detailed Description:

The IBM 44V4951 denotes a high-capacity 1700W AC Power Supply, designed to meet the demanding power requirements of high-end IBM server systems. This hot-swap power supply unit (PSU) allows for seamless power replacement and upgrades without necessitating server downtime, ensuring uninterrupted operation of critical server applications. The ‘Base, R’ designation indicates that this PSU is the primary, or ‘base’, power source for the supported server models, with built-in redundancy (‘R’) for enhanced reliability. Its 1700W rating provides ample power to support the operation of energy-intensive server components, such as multiple processors, memory modules, and storage drives. By incorporating this PSU into their servers, businesses can benefit from increased power efficiency, reduced operational costs, and improved system reliability. The hot-swap capability is particularly valuable in enterprise data centers, where system uptime is crucial, enabling maintenance or upgrades to be performed quickly and efficiently.