7063-CR2 IBM HMC Hardware Management Console
1U base configuration
POWER9 130W 6c CPU
64 GB (4 x 16 GB) or 128 GB (4 x 32 GB) of DDR4 system memory
2 x 1.8 TB SAS SFF 2.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD) RAID 1
Rail bracket option for round-hole rack mounts
Two USB 3.0 hub ports in the front of the server (option to remove)
Two USB 3.0 hub ports in the rear of the server
Redundant 900W power supplies
4 x 1 Gb Ethernet ports
2 x 10 Gb Ethernet Ports on optional PCI adapter
1 x 1 Gb baseboard management controller (BMC) Ethernet port
The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC is a dedicated rack-mounted workstation that enables administratoers to configure and manage system resources on IBM Power servers with IBM Power11, Power10, Power9, Power8 and Power7 based processors. The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC connects to one or more managed systems to perform the following primary functions:
Provide a console for system administrators and service providers to manage server hardware
Deliver basic virtualization management through support for configuring logical partitions (LPARs) and dynamic resource allocation, including processor and memory settings
Detect, report, and store changes in hardware conditions
Act as a service focal point for service providers to determine an appropriate service strategy
Display operating system session terminals for each partition
Provide the call home focal point for managed servers
Display ASMI menus for managed servers
The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC also supports advanced service functions, including guided repair and verify, concurrent firmware updates for managed systems, and around-the-clock error reporting with Electronic Service Agent for faster support. The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC is delivered with its machine code preinstalled on the HDD. After the IBM 7063-CR2 HMC is installed and connected to a managed Power system, an administrator can perform system management tasks.
The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC machine code does not have provisions for loading or running additional applications that are not related to hardware management or service. All of the tasks needed to maintain the managed system, the underlying operating system, and the HMC machine code are available by using the HMC management interface.
IBM also offers the Power Systems virtual HMC or vHMC, also know as a software-based alternative to the 7063-CR2 HMC appliance. The vHMC software is delivered in the form of a prebuilt virtual machine VM that can be downloaded and deployed on IBM PowerVM or various x86 virtualization platforms. The vHMC software is updated in alignment with updates to the 7063-CR2 HMC appliance.
Due to client demand, HMC V9.2 code is now available for 7042-CR9 HMC. HMC V9.2 will be the last supported HMC code release for 7042-CR9. POWER9 servers with 950 firmware (FW950) or later, if managed by an HMC, require either the x86-based HMC, 7042-CR9, POWER-based HMC, 7063-CR1 or later; or the HMC Virtual Appliance, 5765-HMW (x86 based), or 5765-HMB (POWER based) or later. For additional information, see the HMC Support Matrix.
The IBM 7063-CR2 HMC can be integrated into a rack for ease of use and optimizing space. To assure compatibilty and serviceability in non-IBM industry-standard racks, review the installation planning information for any product-specific installation requirements.
Minimum Software requirements
The following web browsers are supported for connection with the HMC Licensed Machine Code V9R2M950:
Microsoft Internet Explorer 1082.18362.0.
Firefox (version 82.0.1 (64-bit).
Chrome 86.0.4240.111 (Official Build) (64-bit) and Java™ 8 Runtime Environment are supported.
Safari (versions 14.0 and 12.0.5)
The following web browsers are supported for connection with the OpenPower BMC:
Chrome version 60
Firefox version 52.1.2
Microsoft Internet Explorer version 11
Safari version 10.1.2
Physical specifications
Width: 17.1 in. or 434.10 mm
Depth: 28.6 in. or 726.76 mm
Height: 1.7 in. or 43.71 mm
Weight: 38.8 lbs or 17.6 kg
Compare the IBM 7063-CR1 specifications and features with other IBM HMC models on our blog post.
