IBM 57CE 4 x Ports 12GB Cache SAS 6Gb/s PCI Express 3.0 x8 Raid Full-Height Adapter

SKU 57CE

Brand IBM

RAID adapter for enterprise storage.
4 x 6Gb/s SAS ports.
12GB cache memory for improved performance.
PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface.
Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60.
Full-height form factor.
Provides high-speed data transfer for storage devices.
Enhances data redundancy and availability.

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SKU: 57CE
Title: IBM 57CE 4 x Ports 12GB Cache SAS 6Gb/s PCI Express 3.0 x8 Raid Full-Height Adapter
Product Type: RAID Adapter
Number of Ports: 4
Port Type: SAS
SAS Speed: 6Gb/s

Product details

The IBM 57CE is a high-performance RAID adapter designed for enterprise storage solutions. It features four 6Gb/s SAS ports and a 12GB cache, enabling fast and reliable data access for storage arrays. The adapter uses a PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface and is a full-height card.

Technical Information

SKU	57CE
Title	IBM 57CE 4 x Ports 12GB Cache SAS 6Gb/s PCI Express 3.0 x8 Raid Full-Height Adapter
Product Type	RAID Adapter
Number of Ports	4
Port Type	SAS

Additional Specifications

SAS Speed	6Gb/s
Cache Memory	12GB
Interface	PCI Express 3.0 x8
Form Factor	Full-Height

Description

The IBM 57CE is a powerful RAID controller designed to enhance the performance and reliability of enterprise storage systems. It is equipped with four 6Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) ports, providing high-speed connectivity to a wide range of SAS hard drives and solid-state drives. This allows for the creation of sophisticated storage configurations, including large-capacity arrays and high-performance storage pools, essential for demanding business applications. A significant feature of the 57CE is its substantial 12GB cache memory. This onboard cache significantly accelerates data read and write operations by temporarily storing frequently accessed data and pending I/O requests. By reducing the need to access slower storage media, the cache dramatically improves overall storage performance, leading to faster application response times and increased system throughput. The adapter supports various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, offering flexibility in balancing performance, capacity, and data protection. Utilizing the PCI Express 3.0 x8 interface, the 57CE ensures a high-bandwidth connection to the host server, preventing bottlenecks and maximizing data transfer rates. The full-height form factor is standard for many server chassis, facilitating easy installation. This RAID adapter is a critical component for businesses requiring robust data management, high availability, and optimized storage performance for their mission-critical data.

Condition: Refurbished