IBM 46M0963 ServeRAID SATA/600 512MB PCIe 2.0 x8 Raid Controller

SKU 46M0963

Brand IBM

PCIe 2.0 x8 interface for enhanced throughput
SATA/600 interface for high-speed drive connectivity
512MB cache memory for improved RAID performance
Supports multiple RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60)
Onboard RAID processing for reduced CPU load
Designed for IBM System x servers

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Key specifications

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Interface: PCIe 2.0 x8
Drive Interface: SATA/600
Cache Memory: 512MB
RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Form Factor: Add-in Card

Product details

The IBM 46M0963 ServeRAID controller is a SATA/600 PCIe 2.0 x8 RAID controller with 512MB cache, designed to provide high-performance storage management for IBM servers. It supports advanced RAID levels for data protection and performance optimization.

Technical Information

Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Drive Interface	SATA/600
Cache Memory	512MB

Additional Specifications

RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Form Factor	Add-in Card

Description

The IBM 46M0963 ServeRAID controller is a powerful storage solution engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern enterprise environments. Equipped with a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface, it offers substantial bandwidth for data transfer, ensuring that storage operations do not become a bottleneck for system performance. The SATA/600 interface further enhances connectivity by supporting the latest high-speed SATA drives, enabling faster read and write operations. With 512MB of onboard cache memory, this controller significantly accelerates RAID operations. The cache stores frequently accessed data and RAID parity information, reducing the need for constant access to slower storage media and improving overall system responsiveness. The controller supports a comprehensive range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexible options for data redundancy, fault tolerance, and performance optimization tailored to specific application needs. Designed primarily for IBM System x servers, the 46M0963 integrates seamlessly into the IBM ecosystem, offering reliable and efficient storage management. Its dedicated RAID processing capabilities offload intensive calculations from the host CPU, freeing up system resources for other critical tasks. This makes it an ideal choice for applications requiring high availability, data integrity, and superior storage performance.

Condition: Refurbished