The IBM 00AR161 Storwize V7000 10Gb Type 300 Node Canister is a core controller module used in IBM Storwize V7000 storage systems. It acts as the main processing unit inside the storage enclosure, handling all I/O operations between host servers and disk drives while also managing caching, virtualization, and system-level storage functions.

This Type 300 node canister is designed for high-performance enterprise environments and typically operates in a dual-controller configuration for redundancy and high availability. It supports 10Gb Ethernet connectivity along with Fibre Channel interfaces (depending on configuration), allowing fast and reliable data movement in SAN environments.

Specifications:

• Brand: IBM
• Part Number: 00AR161
• Type: Node Canister / Storage Controller
• Product Line: IBM Storwize V7000
• Cache Memory: 8GB (system dependent configuration)
• Connectivity: 10Gb Ethernet / Fibre Channel (model dependent)
• Form Factor: Plug-in controller module
• Application: Enterprise SAN storage system control
• Architecture: Dual-controller high availability design

Features:

• Acts as the main storage controller for V7000 systems
• Manages I/O, RAID functions, and storage virtualization
• Supports high-speed 10Gb networking for fast data transfer
• Dual-node architecture ensures redundancy and uptime
• Designed for enterprise SAN and data center environments
• Provides stable, continuous operation for critical workloads