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47C8664 IBM 2GB Flash RAID 5 Upgrade ServeRAID M5200 Series

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47C8664
Condition: Refurbished
  • 2GB flash-enabled upgrade for IBM ServeRAID M5200 Series
  • Enhances RAID 5 performance and reliability
  • Compatible with IBM server systems using M5200 controllers
  • Improves data protection and recovery speed
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$161.60

Product Overview

The IBM ServeRAID M5200 Series 2GB Flash/RAID 5 Upgrade enhances existing M5200 controller setups by adding flash memory and enabling RAID 5 configuration. It fits into IBM server systems that require improved data protection and cache performance without replacing the entire controller hardware.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 47C8664
Alternate Part Number 47C8664-12-CT

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This upgrade module adds 2GB of flash memory and RAID 5 capabilities to existing IBM ServeRAID M5200 controllers. It's commonly used to boost data redundancy and performance for enterprise storage setups that demand consistent uptime and quick recovery.

Built for IT administrators and data center teams managing IBM servers, this upgrade ensures better protection for critical information with faster write caching and fault tolerance. It often appears in environments handling databases, virtual machines, or large file storage where data integrity is crucial.

Key Features

  • Increases cache size to 2GB for improved data handling
  • Enables RAID 5 support to balance speed and redundancy
  • Compatible with a range of IBM ServeRAID M5200 controllers
  • Supports faster rebuilds and recovery processes
  • Designed to integrate seamlessly with existing server hardware

This upgrade is typically found in mid-sized to large-scale IBM server deployments, helping maintain data availability and performance during hardware failures. Its role is essential in reducing downtime and protecting against data loss in demanding IT environments.


Use Cases

The IBM ServeRAID M5200 Series 2GB Flash/RAID 5 Upgrade is primarily deployed in enterprise server environments where data integrity and recovery speed are critical. It is especially beneficial for IT teams managing mid-sized to large data centers that require enhanced RAID 5 performance without the cost and disruption of replacing existing controllers.

How It's Used:

  • Upgrading storage arrays in virtualized data centers to improve cache efficiency and RAID 5 reliability.
  • Enhancing performance of IBM rack-mounted servers running database workloads in SMB and enterprise IT settings.
  • Supporting high-availability configurations in remote office servers with limited maintenance windows.
  • Improving data protection and resilience in storage clusters handling transactional applications.
  • Facilitating faster data recovery in business-critical file servers that require consistent uptime.

This upgrade supports operational efficiency by boosting RAID 5 caching capabilities, enabling quicker data access and recovery. It allows IT environments to scale storage reliability without extensive hardware replacement, maintaining performance under demanding workloads.


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47C8664 IBM 2GB Flash RAID 5 Upgrade ServeRAID M5200 Series
47C8664 IBM 2GB Flash RAID 5 Upgrade ServeRAID M5200 Series
$161.60