IBM Power L922 (9008-22L)
The 9008-22L is end-of-life Power 9 Linux hardware. Compare its workload, memory, storage, and I/O with Power 11 L1122 or L1124.
The IBM Power L922 9008-22L is end-of-life Power 9 Linux hardware. Use the active cores, peak workload, memory, storage, adapters, Linux release, and virtualization design to compare Power 11 L1122 and L1124.
At a Glance
Structured Specifications
IBM Power L922 (9008-22L) specification summary
| Area | Detail |
|---|---|
| Family | Linux-optimized scale-out |
| Processor choices | 8, 10, or 12 cores per socket; size the replacement from the current Linux workload |
| Storage and I/O | 8 SFF-3 bays and up to 14.4 TB internal; external expansion supported |
| PCIe | 5 PCIe Gen4 and 4 PCIe Gen3 adapter slots; up to 24 slots with an I/O drawer |
| Operating systems | Linux, PowerVM, VIOS |
| Software tier | IBM i is not supported |
Power 9 is an end-of-life generation. Confirm the 9008-22L service contract while the Linux replacement is planned.
Build the L922 upgrade decision
Compare L1122
Use it when the current Linux workload, memory, storage, and expansion needs fit the smaller model.
Compare L1124
Use it when the workload needs more cores, memory, I/O, partitions, or growth.
Carry the workload
Bring peak CPU, memory, storage, adapters, Linux release, virtualization, and growth into the quote.
Set the cutover
Define backup, testing, downtime, rollback, and application checks before the old server sets the date.
Price the L922 replacement
Use the Power 9 upgrade matrix to compare L1122 and L1124, then request an IBM Power quote with the 9008-22L workload facts.
Sources
- Power 9 specifications by server model ... Midland Information Systems
- Power 9 systems overview ... IBM Redbooks
What does the IBM Power L922 cost?
No published L922 price turned up in our October 2026 check. It is a Linux-only S922, so a used unit prices below the IBM i version with the same cores and is quoted per serial number.
Where these prices come from
- Data Tech Computer and Midland Information Systems, no L922 price posted checked October 27, 2026
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IBM Power S914 (9009-41G)
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The 9009-22A reached its support transition. Compare its processor, IBM i limit, memory, storage, and I/O with Power 11 S1122.
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