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81Y4580 - IBM ServeRAID M5100 Series 1GB Flash/RAID 5 Upgrade for System x
- Type: RAID Controller Card
- Brand: IBM ServeRAID
- Model: 81Y4580
- Manages multiple hard drives as a single logical unit
- Provides data redundancy and fault tolerance
- Enhances storage performance through RAID configurations
- Suitable for enterprise server environments
- Supports various RAID levels for flexible configuration
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- RAID Controller
- Brand
- IBM ServeRAID
- Model
- 81Y4580
Product details
The IBM 81Y4580 ServeRAID is a RAID controller designed to manage multiple hard drives, offering data redundancy and performance improvements. This controller is a key component for servers requiring reliable storage solutions and enhanced data protection capabilities.
Technical Information
| Product Type | RAID Controller |
| Brand | IBM ServeRAID |
Additional Specifications
| Model | 81Y4580 |
Description
The IBM 81Y4580 ServeRAID controller is engineered to provide robust storage management for IBM server platforms. It enables the creation of Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) configurations, which are essential for protecting data against drive failures and improving overall storage I/O performance. By combining multiple physical drives into a single logical volume, the controller offers flexibility in how storage is presented to the operating system. This controller supports various RAID levels, allowing IT administrators to tailor the storage solution to specific needs. Whether the priority is maximum data redundancy (e.g., RAID 1 mirroring), a balance of performance and protection (e.g., RAID 5 or RAID 6 with parity), or high performance with redundancy (e.g., RAID 10), the 81Y4580 provides the necessary functionality. Its hardware-based RAID processing offloads these intensive tasks from the server's CPU, ensuring that system resources are available for applications. As a ServeRAID product, the 81Y4580 is designed for reliability and integration within IBM's server ecosystem. It typically includes features such as hot-swap support for drives, allowing for drive replacement without system downtime, and advanced management tools for monitoring array health and performance. This makes it a critical component for mission-critical servers that require continuous operation and data availability.
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