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IBM 57B1 PCIe3 12GB Cache RAID PLUS SAS Adapter Quad-Port
- PCIe Gen3 interface
- Quad-Port SAS connectivity
- 12GB Cache Memory
- Designed for high-performance RAID configurations
- Enhances data transfer speeds and reliability
- Suitable for IBM server environments
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Key specifications
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- PCIe Gen3
- Ports
- 4 (SAS)
- RAID Levels
- Not Specified
- Cache Memory
- 12GB
- Form Factor
- Full-Height (assumed)
Product details
The IBM 57B1 is a PCIe Gen3 RAID adapter designed for high-performance storage solutions. It features quad-port connectivity, supporting SAS interfaces for robust data transfer. This adapter includes 12GB of cache memory, significantly enhancing RAID performance and data handling capabilities for demanding enterprise workloads.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCIe Gen3 |
| Ports | 4 (SAS) |
| RAID Levels | Not Specified |
Additional Specifications
| Cache Memory | 12GB |
| Form Factor | Full-Height (assumed) |
Description
The IBM 57B1 is a high-end RAID adapter engineered to deliver superior storage performance and reliability within IBM server environments. It leverages the high bandwidth of the PCI Express Gen3 interface, ensuring that data can be transferred rapidly between the host system and storage devices. The adapter is equipped with quad-port SAS connectivity, providing multiple high-speed connections for enterprise-grade storage arrays. A key feature of the IBM 57B1 is its substantial 12GB of cache memory. This large cache significantly accelerates RAID operations, buffering data during read and write requests to improve overall system responsiveness and throughput. This is particularly beneficial for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing where I/O performance is critical. Designed for robust data protection and performance optimization, the IBM 57B1 supports advanced RAID configurations. While specific RAID levels are not detailed in the title, adapters of this caliber typically offer a comprehensive suite of options to ensure data redundancy and fault tolerance. This makes the IBM 57B1 an essential component for building resilient and high-performing storage solutions in enterprise data centers.
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