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Table 5. Chassis (continued)
Property Description
PackageType
Enumeration defining the type of the PhysicalPackage.
Possible values are:
0 = Unknown Indicates that the package type is not
known.
1 = Other The package type does not correspond to an
existing enumerated value. The value is specified using the
OtherPackageType property.
2 = Rack
3 = Chassis/Frame
4 = Cross Connect/Backplane
5 = Container/Frame Slot
6 = Power Supply
7 = Fan
8 = Sensor
9 = Module/Card
10 = Port/Connector
11 = Battery
12 = Processor
13 = Memory
14 = Power Source/Generator
15 = Storage Media Package (example, Disk or Tape Drive)
16 = Blade
17 = Blade Expansion
NOTE:
This enumeration expands on the list in the Entity
MIB (the attribute, entPhysicalClass). The numeric values
are consistent with CIM's enum numbering guidelines, but
are slightly different than the MIB's values.
The values Rack through Port/Connector are defined per
the Entity-MIB (where the semantics of rack are equivalent to
the MIB's stack value).
The other values (for battery, processor, memory, power
source/generator and storage media package) are self-
explanatory. A value of Blade should be used when the
PhysicalPackage contains the operational hardware aspects of
a ComputerSystem, without the supporting mechanicals such
as power and cooling. For example, a Blade Server includes
processor(s) and memory, and relies on the containing chassis
to supply power and cooling.
In many respects, a Blade can be considered a Module/Card.
However, it is tracked differently by inventory systems and
differs in terms of service philosophy. For example, a Blade is
intended to be hot-plugged into a hosting enclosure without
requiring additional cabling, and does not require a cover to be
removed from the enclosure for installation. Similarly, a Blade
Expansion has characteristics of a Blade and a Module/
Card. However, it is distinct from both due to inventory
tracking and service philosophy, and because of its hardware
dependence on a Blade. A Blade Expansion must be attached
to a Blade prior to inserting the resultant assembly into an
enclosure.
PartNumber
The part number assigned by the organization that is
responsible for producing or manufacturing the
PhysicalElement.
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