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46M0908 - IBM 6GB 4-Port SAS Host Bus Adapter
- Interface: SAS 6Gb/s
- Number of Ports: 4 (Internal/External configuration may vary)
- Form Factor: PCI Express (PCIe)
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
- Designed for IBM System x
- Supports SAS and SATA drives
- Enables high-speed storage connectivity
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Key specifications
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- 46M0908
- Brand
- IBM
- Interface
- SAS 6Gb/s
- Number of Ports
- 4
- Form Factor
- PCI Express (PCIe)
- Product Type
- Host Bus Adapter (HBA)
Product details
The IBM 46M0908 is a 4-port SAS 6Gb/s PCI Express Host Bus Adapter (HBA). It is designed for IBM System x servers, providing high-speed connectivity for SAS storage devices.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 46M0908 |
| Brand | IBM |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | PCI Express (PCIe) |
| Product Type | Host Bus Adapter (HBA) |
| Compatibility | IBM System x Servers |
Description
The IBM 46M0908 is a high-performance Host Bus Adapter (HBA) that enables robust connectivity for SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) storage devices within IBM System x servers. Featuring four SAS 6Gb/s ports, this adapter provides the bandwidth necessary to support multiple high-speed drives, including HDDs and SSDs, as well as tape drives. The 6Gb/s transfer rate per lane ensures efficient data flow, making it suitable for demanding storage applications such as databases, virtualization, and file serving. Designed as a PCI Express (PCIe) card, the 46M0908 integrates seamlessly into the expansion slots of compatible IBM System x servers. This form factor ensures high bandwidth communication between the HBA and the server's motherboard. The adapter's primary function is to provide direct access to SAS storage, bypassing potential bottlenecks that might occur with other controller types, thereby optimizing storage performance and reliability. This HBA is crucial for building scalable and high-availability storage solutions. It supports various SAS configurations and can often manage both SAS and SATA drives, offering flexibility in storage hardware choices. For IT administrators managing IBM System x environments, the 46M0908 is a key component for ensuring efficient, reliable, and high-speed access to storage resources.
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