Description
Product Information of 81Y4481 IBM Serveraid
The IBM 81Y4481 Serveraid M5110 SAS/SATA RAID Controller is a type of hardware device used in servers to manage and control the data storage subsystems. It is designed specifically for use in IBM System X servers and is intended to enhance the performance and reliability of the server’s storage system. The device is essentially a card that can be installed into the server’s PCIe slot, allowing it to interface with the server’s internal storage devices. This controller provides a high level of data protection and storage flexibility, allowing for the management of both SAS and SATA drives in a variety of RAID configurations.
Features and Specifications
The IBM 81Y4481 Serveraid M5110 SAS/SATA RAID Controller comes with a range of features that make it an ideal solution for managing server storage systems. Some of its key features include:
- Support for SAS and SATA drives: The controller is compatible with both SAS and SATA drives, providing greater flexibility in the choice of storage devices used with the server.
- RAID support: The controller supports a range of RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60. This allows for the creation of more resilient and efficient storage systems.
- 6 Gbps data transfer rate: The controller supports data transfer rates of up to 6 Gbps, providing high-speed access to data on the server’s storage devices.
- Battery backup: The controller includes a battery backup unit that provides protection against data loss in the event of a power failure.
- Cache memory: The controller has 512 MB of cache memory, which helps to improve the performance of the storage system by caching frequently accessed data.
Compatibility
The IBM 81Y4481 Serveraid M5110 SAS/SATA RAID Controller is designed specifically for use in IBM System X servers. It is compatible with a wide range of System X models, including the x3650 M4, x3650 M3, x3500 M4, x3500 M3, and x3250 M5, among others. It is important to note that this controller is not compatible with non-IBM servers, and should not be used with non-System X models.
Overall, the IBM 81Y4481 Serveraid M5110 SAS/SATA RAID Controller is a powerful and versatile hardware device that can greatly enhance the performance and reliability of a server’s storage system. Its support for both SAS and SATA drives, as well as a wide range of RAID configurations, makes it an ideal choice for a variety of server environments.
General Information about the IBM 81Y4481
- Brand: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 81Y4481
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS/SATA
Technical Information
- Device Type: Storage Controller (RAID) – Plug-In Card – Low Profile
- Controller Interface Type: Serial ATA-600 / SAS 2.0
- Bus Type: PCI Express 3.0 X8
- Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBPS
- Supported Devices: Disk Array (RAID)
- Channel Qty: 8
- Max Storage Devices Qty: 32
- Raid Level: RAID 0, Raid 1, RAID 10
- Processor: IBM Powerpc 800 MHz
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