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74Y7210 - IBM 3-Port SAS 3GB PCI-X DDR 1.5GB Cache RAID Adapter
- Interface Type: PCI Express (PCIe)
- Data Transfer Rate: 3Gb/s
- Supported Protocols: SATA and SAS
- Number of Ports: Varies (typically 4 or more)
- Form Factor: Standard PCIe card
- Purpose: Add storage connectivity
- Brand: IBM
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Key specifications
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- PCI Express
- Data Transfer Rate
- 3Gb/s
- Supported Protocols
- SATA, SAS
- Brand
- IBM
- Part Number
- 74Y7210
- Controller Type
- SATA/SAS
Product details
The IBM 74Y7210 is a PCI Express controller card that provides SATA and SAS connectivity. It operates at 3Gb/s and is designed to add storage interface capabilities to servers or workstations.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCI Express |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3Gb/s |
| Supported Protocols | SATA, SAS |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 74Y7210 |
| Controller Type | SATA/SAS |
Description
The IBM 74Y7210 is a Host Bus Adapter (HBA) or RAID controller card that connects to a server or workstation via a PCI Express slot. It is designed to provide enhanced storage connectivity by offering support for both SATA (Serial ATA) and SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interfaces. This allows for the connection of a variety of storage devices, including hard drives and solid-state drives, to the system. Operating at a data transfer rate of 3Gb/s per channel, this controller card was common in systems of its era, offering a significant upgrade over older interface technologies. The dual support for SATA and SAS provides flexibility, as SAS controllers can typically connect to both SAS and SATA drives, while SATA controllers are generally limited to SATA drives. This makes the 74Y7210 a versatile option for systems requiring diverse storage configurations. This card is typically used to add more storage ports to a system that has limited onboard connectivity or to provide RAID capabilities for data redundancy and performance. Its integration into the IBM ecosystem suggests it was often used in IBM servers and workstations, ensuring compatibility and support within those environments. The PCI Express interface ensures a direct and high-speed connection to the system's motherboard.
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