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IBM 47C8664 ServeRAID Raid Controller
- Product Type: RAID Controller
- Brand: IBM
- Series: ServeRAID
- Provides hardware RAID functionality
- Enhances data redundancy and fault tolerance
- Improves storage subsystem performance
- Designed for IBM server platforms
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Product Overview
The IBM 47C8664 is a ServeRAID RAID Controller, designed to manage and enhance storage performance and reliability in IBM server environments. It provides hardware-level RAID capabilities for data protection and improved I/O throughput.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Brand | IBM |
| Series | ServeRAID |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | Varies (check specific model documentation) |
| RAID Levels Supported | Varies (check specific model documentation) |
Product Description
The IBM 47C8664 ServeRAID RAID Controller is a dedicated hardware component engineered to manage multiple hard drives as a single logical unit. This allows for the implementation of various RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) levels, such as RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, etc., depending on the specific controller's capabilities. By offloading RAID calculations from the host CPU, the controller significantly improves storage performance, especially for I/O-intensive applications. Beyond performance enhancement, the primary benefit of a RAID controller is data protection. By configuring drives in redundant arrays (e.g., RAID 1, 5, 6), the system can withstand the failure of one or more drives without data loss. This fault tolerance is crucial for business continuity and minimizing downtime in mission-critical server environments. The controller actively monitors drive health and manages rebuild processes in the event of a drive failure. This specific ServeRAID controller is designed to integrate seamlessly with IBM's server infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. It typically connects via a PCIe slot or a dedicated server backplane interface. Administrators can manage the controller and configure RAID arrays through a BIOS utility or dedicated management software, providing granular control over their storage subsystem.
