46C8931 - IBM ServeRAID M5025 SAS / SATA Controller with Battery

SKU 46C8931

Brand IBM

ServeRAID SATA 6Gb/s SAS RAID Controller.
512MB cache memory.
PCIe interface.
Supports SATA and SAS drives.
Provides RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 functionality.
Enhances storage performance and reliability.
Designed for IBM System x servers.

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$231.68

Was $272.21 · You save $40.53

Key specifications

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Product Type: RAID Controller Card
Interface: SATA 6Gb/s SAS
Cache Memory: 512MB
Bus Interface: PCIe
RAID Support: 0, 1, 5, 10
Brand: IBM ServeRAID

Product details

The IBM 46C8931 ServeRAID is a SATA 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller card. It features a PCIe interface and 512MB of cache memory, designed to provide reliable storage management and data protection for IBM systems.

Technical Information

Product Type	RAID Controller Card
Interface	SATA 6Gb/s SAS
Cache Memory	512MB

Additional Specifications

Bus Interface	PCIe
RAID Support	0, 1, 5, 10
Brand	IBM ServeRAID

Description

The IBM 46C8931 ServeRAID controller card is a robust storage solution designed to enhance the capabilities of IBM System x servers. It supports both SATA and SAS drives, offering flexibility in storage configurations, and operates at a high speed of 6Gb/s per interface, ensuring efficient data transfer rates. This controller is crucial for implementing reliable RAID arrays, providing essential data redundancy and performance improvements for critical business applications. Featuring 512MB of onboard cache memory, the 46C8931 accelerates RAID operations by buffering data, thereby reducing latency and increasing throughput. This cache is vital for maintaining system responsiveness, especially under heavy I/O loads. The card supports common RAID levels including RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for balance), and RAID 10 (striped mirrors for performance and redundancy), allowing administrators to tailor storage solutions to specific performance and data protection requirements. Installed via a PCIe slot, this controller card integrates seamlessly into compatible IBM server platforms. It is engineered for reliability and continuous operation, making it suitable for mission-critical environments where data integrity and availability are paramount. The IBM 46C8931 ServeRAID controller is an essential component for organizations looking to optimize their storage infrastructure with advanced RAID capabilities and robust data management.

Condition: Refurbished