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IBM 9406-9411 PCI Express Ultra4 SCSI RAID Controller Card
- PCI Express Ultra4 SCSI interface
- Integrated RAID controller for data redundancy and performance
- Supports multiple hard drives for scalable storage
- Designed for IBM server platforms
- Hot-swappable drive support
- Advanced error detection and correction features
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Product Overview
The IBM 9406-9411 is a PCI Express Ultra4 SCSI RAID Controller Card designed for high-performance storage solutions. It provides advanced RAID capabilities for data protection and performance enhancement in server environments.
Technical Information
| Interface | PCI Express Ultra4 SCSI |
| RAID Levels Supported | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 (typical) |
| Number of Drives Supported | Varies by configuration, typically 4 or more |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | PCIe Add-in Card |
| Host Bus Interface | PCI Express |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 320 MB/s per channel (Ultra4) |
Product Description
The IBM 9406-9411 represents a robust solution for managing and protecting data in demanding server environments. Leveraging the PCI Express interface, this controller card offers significantly higher bandwidth compared to older PCI standards, enabling faster data access and transfer rates. Its integrated RAID functionality is a cornerstone of its design, providing a range of RAID levels (such as RAID 0 for striping, RAID 1 for mirroring, RAID 5 for parity, and RAID 6 for double parity) that cater to different needs for performance, redundancy, or a balance of both. This controller is engineered to support a substantial number of hard drives, allowing for flexible and scalable storage configurations. The ability to support hot-swappable drives is crucial for enterprise environments where downtime must be minimized; drives can be replaced or added without powering down the system. Furthermore, the Ultra4 SCSI interface ensures compatibility with a wide array of SCSI devices while offering enhanced performance characteristics over previous SCSI generations. Beyond basic RAID operations, the IBM 9406-9411 typically includes advanced features like background parity initialization, patrol read, and comprehensive error handling mechanisms. These features contribute to data integrity, proactive maintenance of the storage subsystem, and overall system reliability. Its integration into IBM's server ecosystem ensures optimized performance and compatibility with IBM hardware and software.
