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- In Stock: 32
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46M0851
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview
The IBM ServeRAID M5015 is a high performance SAS/SATA PCI-E RAID controller designed for mission critical servers and storage arrays. Built on a robust 6Gb/s SAS architecture, this controller delivers reliable data protection and fast I/O throughput for demanding enterprise workloads. The M5015 supports up to eight internal drives and offers flexible RAID levels, making it ideal for virtualization, database, and backup environments. Please note that the battery backup unit is not included.
Key Features
- PCI-E 3.0 x8 interface for maximum bandwidth
- Supports SAS 6Gb/s and SATA 3Gb/s drives
- Hardware RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60
- Advanced error detection and correction with CRC and ECC
- Integrated cache memory up to 2GB DDR2 for accelerated read/write performance
- Intelligent drive management with hot-swap support and predictive failure alerts
- Compatible with IBM System x and compatible third-party servers
Technical Specifications
- Model / Part Number: 46M0851
- Form factor: Low profile PCI-E card
- Bus interface: PCI-E 3.0 x8 (compatible with PCI-E 2.0)
- Maximum supported drives: 8 internal SAS/SATA
- Supported RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Cache memory: Up to 2GB DDR2 (non-volatile cache optional)
- Operating temperature: 0 to 55 deg C
- Power consumption: Typical 30W, maximum 45W
- Supported operating systems: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Linux distributions, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V
Applications
- Virtualization hosts requiring high I/O performance and data redundancy
- Database servers that need fast transaction processing and reliable backup
- Enterprise backup and archiving solutions with large capacity needs
- High performance computing clusters where low latency storage is critical
- Media and entertainment workstations handling large video files
With the IBM ServeRAID M5015, you gain a scalable and dependable storage controller that maximizes the potential of your SAS and SATA drives while protecting your data with flexible RAID options. Upgrade your server today for faster, more secure storage operations.