IBM Power S914 (9009-41A)
The 9009-41A reached its support transition. Compare its processor feature, CPW, IBM i tier, and capacity with S1112 or S1122.
The IBM Power S914 9009-41A reached its January 2026 support transition. Use the exact processor feature, peak CPW, IBM i tier, memory, storage, and adapters to compare S1112 and S1122 before the old server sets the deadline.
At a Glance
Structured Specifications
IBM Power S914 (9009-41A) specification summary
| Area | Detail |
|---|---|
| Family | Entry scale-out A-generation |
| Processor features | EP10: 4 cores and 52,500 CPW; EP11: 6 cores and 78,500 CPW; EP12: 8 cores and 122,500 CPW |
| Storage and I/O | 12 SFF-3 bays or 18 SFF-3 bays with the expanded backplane; up to 32.4 TB internal |
| PCIe | 2 PCIe Gen4 and 6 PCIe Gen3 adapter slots; up to 13 slots with an I/O drawer |
| Operating systems | IBM i, AIX, Linux, VIOS |
| Software tier | P05, P10 |
IBM lists January 31, 2026 as the transition to end of support services for 9009-41A.
Build the S914 upgrade decision
Compare S1112
Use it for the smaller entry workload when its IBM i tier, memory, storage, and I/O limits fit.
Compare S1122
Use it when the workload needs more capacity, expansion, partitions, or growth than S1112 can carry.
Carry the workload
Bring peak CPW, active cores, memory, storage, adapters, IBM i release, and software tier into the quote.
Set the cutover
Define backup, testing, downtime, rollback, and application checks before the support gap gets wider.
Price the S914 replacement
Use the Power 9 upgrade matrix to compare S1112 and S1122, then request an IBM Power quote with the 9009-41A processor feature and workload facts.
Sources
- 9009-41A model and processor details ... Midland Information Systems
- S914 9009-41A lifecycle ... IBM Support
- IBM i Platform Support Summary ... IBM Support
What does the IBM Power S914 cost?
A used S914 is a $4,000 to $8,500 server today. Data Tech Computer posts the IBM i builds at $7,500 for the EP10 four-core, $8,000 for the EP11 six-core and $8,500 for the EP12 eight-core, each with 64 GB and a 60-day warranty. The same three machines set up for AIX post at $4,000, $5,500 and $6,000.
Midland Information Systems' Power 9 page lists a configured S914 range of $12,500 to $28,300.
IBM's own list price at launch was $11,600 for a bare four-core base. The used price sits under that now, and the configured price sits above it, which tells you where the money went: into the entitlement and the warranty, not the box.
Published IBM Power S914 prices and what each one includes
| Configuration | What it includes | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| EP10 4-core, used, IBM i | 64 GB DDR4, 1.698 TB SAS, 60-day warranty, IBM i | $7,500 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP11 6-core, used, IBM i | 64 GB DDR4, 1.698 TB SAS, 60-day warranty, IBM i | $8,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP12 8-core, used, IBM i | 64 GB DDR4, 1.698 TB SAS, 60-day warranty, IBM i | $8,500 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP10 4-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $4,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP11 6-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $5,500 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| EP12 8-core, used, AIX | AIX or Linux build, 60-day warranty | $6,000 | Data Tech Computer, October 27, 2026 |
| Configured S914 range | Midland's published range for 41A and 41G builds | $12,500 to $28,300 | Midland Information Systems, October 27, 2026 |
| IBM list at launch, base | 4-core processor, no activations, no IBM i, 64 GB, 1.2 TB disk | $11,600 | IT Jungle, July 20, 2020 |
| IBM list, single core with 1.6 TB flash | One activated core, 64 GB, 1.6 TB NVMe flash, no IBM i | $11,942 | IT Jungle, July 20, 2020 |
| IBM list, Solution Edition, single core | Adds IBM i, user entitlements and development tools, a $6,635 bundle | $21,176 | IT Jungle, July 20, 2020 |
What the software adds
The used price does not include a fresh IBM i license. The entitlement transfers with the serial number only when the paperwork is right, so ask for it before you ask for the price. That is also why the same box costs $3,500 less set up for AIX.
Where these prices come from
- Data Tech Computer, published used S914 systems for IBM i and for AIX checked October 27, 2026
- Midland Information Systems, IBM Power 9 page checked October 27, 2026
- Vibrant Technologies, parts priced (a 9009-41A system planar at $2,995 with a 90-day warranty) and complete systems listed as contact for pricing checked October 27, 2026
- Flagship Technologies, S914 listed as call for pricing checked October 27, 2026
- IT Jungle: The Battle Of The Single-Core IBM i Machines July 20, 2020
Reference Documents
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Frequently Asked
What is 9009-41A?
9009-41A is the machine type-model for the original A-generation IBM Power S914 Power 9 server.