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| Product Overview |
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The IBM ServeRAID B5015 PCIe RAID Controller Card manages data storage by providing hardware RAID support primarily for the IBM System x3550 M2. It fits into a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot, facilitating fast and reliable connection to multiple SAS and SATA drives, making it a practical choice for enterprise servers requiring balanced performance and data protection. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 46M0969 |
| Alternate Part Number | 46M0969-12-CT |
| Technical Specification | |
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| Chipset | LSI SAS2008 (LSI/Avago/Broadcom SAS controller) |
| Host Interface | PCI Express 2.0 x8 |
| Data Rate | 6 Gbps per port (SAS/SATA III) |
| RAID Levels | 0,1,5,6,10,50,60,JBOD |
| Ports | 8 |
| Connectivity | SAS, SATA (6Gb/s) |
| Compatibility | IBM System x3550 M2 (compatible with IBM System x servers with a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
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| Form Factor | PCIe low-profile (half-height) card |
| Weight | 3.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV |
| Product Description |
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The IBM ServeRAID B5015 RAID Controller Card is built for managing storage arrays with enhanced performance and reliability. It's commonly found in IBM System x3550 M2 servers, providing efficient RAID management for enterprise workloads. System administrators and IT professionals often rely on this card to optimize data access speeds and protect against drive failures through hardware RAID configurations. Its compatibility with both SAS and SATA drives makes it versatile in various server setups. Key Features
This RAID controller is typically deployed in data centers or enterprise server environments where data integrity and uptime are critical. It helps maintain consistent access to stored information while minimizing downtime due to disk failures. By handling RAID operations independently, the ServeRAID B5015 reduces the load on the host server, allowing other applications to run smoothly without storage bottlenecks. |
| Use Cases |
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The 46M0969 IBM ServeRAID B5015 RAID controller card is primarily used to manage and protect server storage arrays in enterprise environments. How It's Used:
By integrating this RAID controller, IT professionals can ensure robust data protection and improved storage efficiency within their server infrastructure. |