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- In Stock: 112
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 49Y5951
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM Exp2512 Esm SAS Controller (part number 49Y5951) delivers high performance and reliable storage connectivity for enterprise servers and workstations. Designed to handle demanding workloads, this controller supports multiple SAS devices and provides advanced data management features that help maximize throughput while reducing latency.
Key Features
- Supports up to 8 external SAS ports with full duplex operation
- Native 12Gb/s SAS speed for fast data transfer rates
- Advanced error detection and correction to ensure data integrity
- Integrated RAID capabilities including RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
- Hot swap support for minimal downtime during maintenance
- Low power consumption design reduces overall system energy costs
- Compatible with a wide range of IBM Power Systems and x86 platforms
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 49Y5951
- Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
- SAS Protocol: SATA III compatible, 12Gb/s per lane
- Maximum Supported Devices: 128 SAS/SATA drives
- Cache Memory: Up to 2GB DDR3 ECC (optional)
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: Standard low profile PCIe card, 6.5 inches length
- Power Requirement: 75W typical
Applications
- Enterprise data centers requiring high speed storage arrays
- Virtualization hosts that need reliable and fast I/O for multiple VMs
- Database servers handling large transaction volumes
- Backup and archival systems where data integrity is critical
- High performance computing clusters with intensive read/write workloads
- Mission critical applications that demand hot swap capability and minimal downtime
The IBM Exp2512 Esm SAS Controller provides a robust foundation for building scalable, high-performance storage solutions. Its blend of speed, reliability, and flexible RAID options makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their server infrastructure while protecting valuable data.