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00KA062 Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card for System x3550 M5

SKU:

00KA062

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Compatible with Lenovo System x3550 M5 servers
  • Provides 2 PCI Express x8 slots for expansion
  • Enables additional high-speed hardware connectivity
  • Supports enhanced server performance and flexibility
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$249.42
Product Overview

The Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card for System x3550 M5 adds two PCIe x8 expansion slots, allowing users to enhance their servers with additional components like network or storage cards. It fits seamlessly within the x3550 M5 chassis, providing needed flexibility for hardware upgrades or customization in enterprise server setups.

General Information
Brand Lenovo
Part Number 00KA062
Alternate Part Number 00KA062-02-CT
Technical Specification
Host Interface PCI Express 3.0 x8 (riser connection to system board)
Ports 2 (PCIe x8 slots)
Compatibility Lenovo System x3550 M5 (00KA062)
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor Low-profile PCIe riser card (1U)
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards RoHS, CE, FCC


Product Description

This Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card is built for System x3550 M5 servers to increase hardware expansion capabilities. It allows users to add two PCIe x8 devices, like network cards or storage controllers, enhancing the server's functionality. Often found in data centers or enterprise environments, this riser card supports IT professionals who need scalable server solutions.

Key Features

  • Fits specifically with Lenovo System x3550 M5 models
  • Expands server with two PCIe x8 expansion slots
  • Facilitates installation of high-bandwidth peripherals
  • Ensures stable and reliable connectivity within the server chassis
  • Maintains optimal airflow and compatibility standards

This riser card is typically deployed in rack-mounted servers where space and expansion options are limited but critical. It plays a practical role in upgrading existing servers to meet growing demands without replacing the entire system.


Use Cases

The 00KA062 Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card is primarily used to expand the server's capability to accommodate additional PCIe cards, thereby enhancing overall system functionality.

How It's Used:

  • Installing multiple network interface cards to increase bandwidth and redundancy
  • Adding storage controllers to support additional hard drives or SSDs
  • Integrating graphics or accelerator cards for specialized computing tasks
  • Upgrading server hardware without extensive modifications
  • Supporting virtualization by enabling more hardware resources

These use cases make the riser card an essential upgrade path for IT professionals looking to maximize their Lenovo System x3550 M5 server capabilities efficiently.


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00KA062 Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card for System x3550 M5
00KA062 Lenovo 2x PCI Express x8 Riser Card for System x3550 M5
$249.42