IBM ELEC30-05A Serveraid 4L Ultra160 SCSI Raid Controller

SKU ELEC30-05A

Brand IBM

Ultra160 SCSI RAID Controller
Serveraid 4L Model
Supports RAID 0, 1, 5
PCI Interface
Hardware RAID acceleration
Hot-swap drive support

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Key specifications

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Interface: Ultra160 SCSI
RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 5
Model: Serveraid 4L
Form Factor: PCI Adapter

Product details

The IBM ELEC30-05A Serveraid 4L is an Ultra160 SCSI RAID controller designed for server environments. It provides hardware RAID capabilities to enhance data protection and improve storage performance. This controller is suitable for systems requiring reliable SCSI connectivity and RAID functionality.

Technical Information

Interface	Ultra160 SCSI
RAID Levels Supported	0, 1, 5

Additional Specifications

Model	Serveraid 4L
Form Factor	PCI Adapter

Description

The IBM ELEC30-05A, identified as the Serveraid 4L, is a hardware RAID controller that leverages the Ultra160 SCSI interface to provide enhanced data storage solutions for IBM servers. It is engineered to offer improved performance and data redundancy compared to software RAID configurations. The controller supports essential RAID levels, including RAID 0 for striping, RAID 1 for mirroring, and RAID 5 for striping with parity, offering a balance between performance and data protection. This controller is designed to integrate seamlessly into compatible IBM server systems, providing a reliable pathway for connecting and managing SCSI hard drives. Its hardware-based RAID processing offloads the CPU, freeing up system resources for other applications and improving overall server efficiency. The inclusion of features like hot-swap support ensures that drives can be replaced or added without interrupting system operation, thereby minimizing downtime. As an Ultra160 SCSI controller, the ELEC30-05A is built for environments that demand high throughput and reliability for their storage subsystems. It is a key component for ensuring the availability and integrity of critical data, making it a valuable addition to servers hosting databases, file servers, or other I/O-intensive applications.

Condition: Refurbished