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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46K5840
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 46K5840 Sas 3GB Dual X4 Adapter 57b3 is a high performance storage interface designed for mission critical servers and workstations. This dual port adapter provides fast, reliable SAS connectivity with up to 3 gigabytes per second throughput per channel, enabling rapid data transfer between the host system and attached storage devices. Built to IBM quality standards, it offers robust error handling, low latency and seamless integration into existing IBM server architectures.
Key Features
- Dual X4 (PCI Express 2.0 x4) interface for high bandwidth connectivity
- Supports SAS devices up to 3GB per second per port
- Hot plug capable for continuous operation and minimal downtime
- Advanced error detection and correction mechanisms
- Compatible with IBM System x, BladeCenter and select third party platforms
- Low power consumption design reduces overall system heat
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model/Part Number: 46K5840
- Product Name: Sas 3GB Dual X4 Adapter 57b3
- Bus Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x4
- Maximum Data Rate: 3 gigabytes per second per port
- Number of Ports: 2 SAS ports (dual channel)
- Supported Protocols: Serial Attached SCSI, SATA
- Form Factor: Low profile PCIe card
- Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
- Power Requirement: 5 volts and 12 volts from the host slot
Applications
- Enterprise servers requiring high speed storage connectivity
- Database platforms that demand low latency I/O performance
- Virtualization environments with multiple virtual machines accessing shared storage
- High performance computing clusters where fast data movement is critical
- Backup and archival systems that need reliable, continuous operation
- Any IBM System x or BladeCenter deployment looking to upgrade from legacy storage adapters
This adapter delivers the speed, reliability and flexibility needed for modern data intensive workloads while maintaining compatibility with existing IBM infrastructure.