IBM 03X3617 Serial ATA/600 512MB PCI Express 2.0 Raid Controller

SKU 03X3617

Brand IBM

Serial ATA/600 (SATA 3.0) interface
PCI Express 2.0 interface
512MB DDR2 cache memory
Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50
Onboard RAID-on-Chip (ROC) for efficient processing
Provides advanced data protection and performance features
Ideal for high-capacity storage and demanding applications

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Key specifications

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Interface: PCI Express 2.0
Drive Interface: Serial ATA/600 (SATA 3.0)
RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50
Cache Memory: 512MB DDR2
Controller Type: SATA RAID
Number of Ports: Varies (typically 4 or 8 internal/external)

Product details

The IBM 03X3617 is a Serial ATA/600 PCI Express 2.0 RAID controller featuring 512MB of cache memory. It is designed to enhance storage performance and data protection for server and workstation environments.

Technical Information

Interface	PCI Express 2.0
Drive Interface	Serial ATA/600 (SATA 3.0)
RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50

Additional Specifications

Cache Memory	512MB DDR2
Controller Type	SATA RAID
Number of Ports	Varies (typically 4 or 8 internal/external)

Description

The IBM 03X3617 is a high-performance Serial ATA/600 RAID controller that utilizes the PCI Express 2.0 interface to deliver enhanced storage capabilities. With its SATA/600 support, it provides the latest interface speeds for SATA drives, ensuring maximum throughput for demanding applications. The inclusion of 512MB of DDR2 cache memory significantly boosts read and write performance by buffering data, reducing latency, and improving overall system responsiveness. This controller is engineered with advanced RAID-on-Chip (ROC) technology, which offloads complex RAID calculations from the host CPU. This dedicated processing power ensures efficient operation of RAID arrays, allowing the system to dedicate its resources to other tasks. The 03X3617 supports a comprehensive suite of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50, offering a wide range of options for data redundancy, performance optimization, and capacity expansion. This flexibility makes it suitable for various server and workstation configurations. Designed for reliability and scalability, the IBM 03X3617 is an excellent choice for environments requiring robust data protection and high storage performance. Whether used for critical data storage, virtualization, or high-demand applications, this controller provides the necessary features to ensure data integrity and system uptime. Its PCI Express 2.0 interface offers sufficient bandwidth for modern storage needs, making it a valuable component for building advanced storage solutions.

Condition: Refurbished