IBM 46K4732 2 x Ports SAS 3GB 1.5GB Cache PCI Express x4 SAS Disk/Tape Adapter

SKU 46K4732

Brand IBM

Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Ports: 2 x SAS
Cache: 1.5GB
Bus Interface: PCI Express (PCIe) x4
Data Transfer Rate: Supports SAS 3Gb/s
Functionality: Disk and Tape Adapter
Brand: IBM
Part Number: 46K4732

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Key specifications

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Interface Type: SAS
Number of Ports: 2
Cache Memory: 1.5GB
Bus Interface: PCI Express x4
Data Transfer Rate: 3Gb/s
Device Support: Disk/Tape

Product details

The IBM 46K4732 is a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) adapter designed for enterprise storage connectivity. It features two ports and a 1.5GB cache, utilizing a PCI Express x4 interface to provide high-speed data transfer for disk and tape devices.

Technical Information

Interface Type	SAS
Number of Ports	2
Cache Memory	1.5GB
Bus Interface	PCI Express x4

Additional Specifications

Data Transfer Rate	3Gb/s
Device Support	Disk/Tape
Brand	IBM
Part Number	46K4732

Description

The IBM 46K4732 is a high-performance Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) adapter engineered to facilitate robust and efficient storage connectivity within IBM server environments. Equipped with two SAS ports, this adapter allows for the connection of multiple SAS disk drives or tape devices, providing flexibility for storage expansion and data management. The inclusion of a substantial 1.5GB cache memory significantly enhances data throughput and system performance by buffering data transfers, thereby reducing latency and improving the overall responsiveness of storage operations. Operating over a PCI Express x4 (PCIe x4) bus interface, the 46K4732 adapter ensures high bandwidth communication with the server's motherboard. This PCIe x4 interface is capable of delivering the necessary throughput to support the 3Gb/s SAS data transfer rates, making it suitable for demanding storage applications such as RAID configurations, high-capacity disk arrays, and enterprise-level tape backup solutions. The adapter's design prioritizes reliability and performance for critical data storage and retrieval tasks. This adapter is specifically designed to support both direct-attached disk drives and tape libraries, offering a versatile solution for various storage needs. Whether used for expanding internal storage capacity with SAS hard drives or implementing a reliable tape backup system, the IBM 46K4732 provides the necessary hardware interface and performance characteristics. Its IBM branding indicates it is intended for integration within IBM's server ecosystem, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.

Condition: Refurbished