44E8688 - IBM ServeRAID BR10i 8-Port SAS / SATA PCI-Express RAID Controller

SKU 44E8688

Brand IBM

Supports SATA/300 and SAS interfaces for broad drive compatibility.
PCIe interface for high-speed data transfer.
Provides hardware RAID functionality for improved performance and data redundancy.
Offers support for RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60.
Features onboard cache memory for accelerated I/O operations.
Designed for enterprise environments requiring reliable storage management.

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Key specifications

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Interface: PCIe
Drive Support: SATA/300, SAS
RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Cache Memory: Varies by model, typically 256MB or 512MB
Form Factor: PCIe Add-in Card

Product details

The IBM 44E8688 ServeRAID controller is a high-performance RAID solution designed for IBM System x servers. It supports both SATA and SAS drives, offering flexibility and enhanced data protection through various RAID levels.

Technical Information

Interface	PCIe
Drive Support	SATA/300, SAS
RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60

Additional Specifications

Cache Memory	Varies by model, typically 256MB or 512MB
Form Factor	PCIe Add-in Card

Description

The IBM 44E8688 ServeRAID controller is engineered to deliver robust storage management and data protection for IBM System x servers. Leveraging a PCIe interface, it ensures high-speed communication with the host system, enabling efficient data throughput for demanding applications. This controller supports a wide array of drive types, including both SATA/300 and SAS interfaces, providing users with the flexibility to choose the most suitable storage media for their needs. At its core, the 44E8688 provides comprehensive hardware RAID capabilities, allowing for the creation of redundant disk arrays to protect against drive failures and enhance performance. It supports a rich set of RAID levels, including RAID 0 for striping, RAID 1 for mirroring, RAID 5 and 6 for parity-based redundancy, and RAID 10, 50, and 60 for more advanced configurations. This extensive support ensures that businesses can implement storage solutions tailored to their specific requirements for performance, capacity, and data availability. Designed for enterprise-grade reliability, the IBM 44E8688 often includes onboard cache memory, which significantly accelerates read and write operations by buffering data. This feature is crucial for improving the overall responsiveness of storage-intensive applications and databases. Its integration into IBM's ServeRAID family signifies a commitment to quality, performance, and seamless compatibility within IBM server environments.

Condition: Refurbished