9406-5580 - IBM 9406 RAID Card with Cache

SKU 9406-5580

Brand IBM

IBM SCSI PCI Express RAID Controller.
Model: 9406-5580.
Designed for IBM AS/400 and iSeries servers.
Utilizes SCSI interface for storage connectivity.
Offers RAID capabilities for data redundancy.
Enhances storage performance and reliability.
PCI Express interface for high-speed communication.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: RAID Controller
Brand: IBM
Model: 9406-5580
Interface: SCSI
Host Interface: PCI Express
Compatibility: IBM AS/400, iSeries

Product details

The IBM 9406-5580 is a SCSI PCI Express RAID controller designed for IBM AS/400 and iSeries systems. It provides enhanced storage management capabilities with SCSI connectivity and RAID functionality for data protection and performance.

Technical Information

Product Type	RAID Controller
Brand	IBM
Model	9406-5580

Additional Specifications

Interface	SCSI
Host Interface	PCI Express
Compatibility	IBM AS/400, iSeries

Description

The IBM 9406-5580 is a specialized RAID controller engineered for integration into IBM's AS/400 and iSeries server platforms. This controller leverages the robust SCSI interface, a long-standing standard for high-performance storage in enterprise environments, to connect to disk drives. Its primary purpose is to provide advanced storage management features, including the implementation of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configurations. By supporting RAID technology, the 9406-5580 enables the creation of redundant disk arrays. This means that data can be distributed across multiple SCSI drives in a way that protects against data loss in the event of a single drive failure. Depending on the configured RAID level, it can also offer performance improvements by allowing simultaneous read and write operations across multiple drives. The PCI Express interface ensures a high-speed connection to the server's motherboard, facilitating efficient data flow between the controller and the system's processor. This controller is a key component for organizations relying on the IBM AS/400 or iSeries for their critical business operations. It enhances the reliability and availability of the storage subsystem, ensuring that data remains accessible and protected. The 9406-5580 is designed to meet the demanding requirements of business-critical applications, providing a solid foundation for data storage within these powerful IBM systems.

Condition: Refurbished