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IBM 97P3158 2-Ports SCSI 16MB Cache RAID Controller Card
- 2 SCSI ports for connecting multiple storage devices
- 16MB cache memory to improve data transfer performance
- Supports various RAID levels (e.g., 0, 1, 5, 10) for data redundancy and performance
- PCI interface (specific type like PCI-X may vary, research needed for exact slot)
- Designed for IBM servers and storage solutions
- Provides hardware RAID for enhanced data protection
- Suitable for environments requiring SCSI-based storage
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Product Overview
The IBM 97P3158 is a RAID controller card featuring 2 SCSI ports and 16MB of cache memory. It is designed to provide reliable data storage management for systems requiring SCSI connectivity.
Technical Information
| Interface | SCSI |
| Ports | 2 |
| Cache Memory | 16MB |
Additional Specifications
| Controller Type | RAID Controller |
| RAID Levels Supported | Typically 0, 1, 5, 10 (verify specific model) |
| Form Factor | PCI/PCI-X Add-in Card |
Product Description
The IBM 97P3158 RAID controller card is built to deliver dependable storage management for systems that utilize SCSI interfaces. With its dual SCSI ports, it offers the capability to connect and manage multiple SCSI storage devices, providing flexibility in storage configuration. The integrated 16MB of cache memory serves to buffer data operations, thereby enhancing the overall speed and efficiency of read and write tasks, which is particularly beneficial in busy server environments. This controller supports hardware RAID functionality, allowing for the creation of redundant storage arrays to protect against data loss. Common RAID levels such as RAID 0 (striping for performance), RAID 1 (mirroring for redundancy), RAID 5 (striping with parity for balance), and RAID 10 (striped mirrors for performance and redundancy) are typically supported, though the exact configuration options should be verified for the specific model. The card is designed to plug into a PCI or PCI-X slot, depending on the system's compatibility, making it suitable for a range of older server generations. As a component within IBM's server and storage ecosystem, the 97P3158 is intended to provide a reliable foundation for critical data. Its focus on SCSI connectivity makes it a relevant choice for environments that continue to rely on this established storage interface, offering a cost-effective upgrade path or replacement for existing SCSI RAID solutions.
