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IBM 74Y8313 3Gb/s SAS PCI-X Raid Controller
- Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- Data Transfer Rate: 3Gb/s
- Bus Type: PCI-X
- RAID Levels Supported: RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Onboard Cache: Typically 128MB or 256MB (model dependent)
- Features: Battery backup unit (BBU) support for cache protection
- Connectors: Internal and external SAS ports for drive connectivity
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Product Overview
The IBM 74Y8313 is a 3Gb/s SAS PCI-X RAID controller designed for enterprise storage solutions. It provides high-speed data transfer and robust data protection capabilities for servers and storage arrays.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Interface | 3Gb/s SAS |
| Bus | PCI-X |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 74Y8313 |
Product Description
The IBM 74Y8313 RAID controller is engineered to deliver high-performance storage connectivity and data redundancy for demanding server environments. Leveraging the SAS interface, it offers superior throughput and scalability compared to older SCSI technologies, making it suitable for applications requiring rapid data access and reliable storage management. Its PCI-X bus ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise-grade servers that utilize this expansion slot standard. This controller supports a comprehensive suite of RAID levels, including RAID 0 for performance, RAID 1 for mirroring, RAID 5 and 6 for parity-based redundancy, and RAID 10/50/60 for advanced striping and mirroring configurations. This flexibility allows administrators to tailor storage solutions to specific needs, balancing performance, capacity, and data protection. The inclusion of onboard cache, often accompanied by support for a Battery Backup Unit (BBU), safeguards cached data in the event of a power failure, preventing data loss and ensuring data integrity. With its robust feature set and enterprise-grade reliability, the IBM 74Y8313 is an ideal choice for mission-critical applications, database servers, and high-volume transaction processing systems. It facilitates the creation of high-availability storage pools, enhances data availability, and optimizes I/O performance, contributing to overall system efficiency and uptime.
