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Table 17. PhysicalPackage (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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