501-2588 - Sun Wide SCSI Disk Card without Disk Drives

SKU 501-2588

Brand Sun

Wide SCSI interface
Designed for Sun Microsystems servers
Connects SCSI disk drives
Does not include disk drives
PCI or PCI-X interface (check specific slot compatibility)
Provides high-speed data transfer for storage
Enables expansion of server storage capacity
Requires compatible SCSI cabling and drives

Available to order

501-2588 isn't on our shelf today — we source it to order. Request a quote and we'll confirm price and lead time within one business day.

Key specifications

See full specs ↓

Product Type: SCSI Controller Card
Interface: Wide SCSI
Compatibility: Sun Microsystems Servers
Included: Controller Card only (no drives)
Bus Type: PCI or PCI-X (verify specific version)
Data Transfer Rate: Dependent on SCSI standard (e.g., Ultra320)

Product details

The Sun 501-2588 is a Wide SCSI Disk Card designed to provide storage connectivity for Sun Microsystems servers. This adapter card allows for the connection of SCSI disk drives but does not include the drives themselves.

Technical Information

Product Type	SCSI Controller Card
Interface	Wide SCSI
Compatibility	Sun Microsystems Servers

Additional Specifications

Included	Controller Card only (no drives)
Bus Type	PCI or PCI-X (verify specific version)
Data Transfer Rate	Dependent on SCSI standard (e.g., Ultra320)

Description

The Sun 501-2588 is a specialized Wide SCSI controller card manufactured by Sun Microsystems, intended for integration into compatible Sun server systems. Its primary function is to provide the necessary interface for connecting and managing multiple SCSI hard disk drives. This card is crucial for systems that require high-performance, reliable storage solutions, particularly in environments where large amounts of data need to be accessed quickly and efficiently. The 'Wide' designation typically refers to the use of a wider data bus (e.g., 16-bit) compared to standard SCSI, which allows for increased data transfer rates. This particular model, the 501-2588, is sold as a disk card without any accompanying disk drives. This means that users must procure their own compatible SCSI drives separately to utilize the card's functionality. The card itself will feature the appropriate connectors for both the SCSI bus (likely a 68-pin VHDCI or similar) and the server's expansion slot (e.g., PCI or PCI-X). The specific version of SCSI supported (e.g., Ultra320) will dictate the maximum theoretical transfer speeds achievable. Installation of the 501-2588 requires careful attention to compatibility with the host server's motherboard and operating system. Drivers may be necessary for the operating system to recognize and manage the SCSI controller and attached drives. This card is a component for building or expanding storage subsystems in older Sun server architectures that relied heavily on SCSI technology for their primary or secondary storage needs.

Condition: Refurbished