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- In Stock: 12
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 81Y4426
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
- Dimensions: 8.86in x 6.69in x 0.47in
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Overview
The IBM Accelerator Key for the ServeRAID M5000 Series Performance (part number 81Y4426) is a high-speed, plug-in key that unlocks advanced caching and tiering capabilities on IBM ServeRAID M5000 storage arrays. Designed for demanding data-intensive environments, this accelerator key enables faster data access, reduced latency, and higher overall throughput, helping organizations meet the performance requirements of modern applications.
Key Features
- Enables IBM ServeRAID M5000 Performance tier for accelerated read/write operations
- Optimized for mixed workloads including databases, virtualization and analytics
- Seamless integration with existing M5000 hardware - no additional firmware required
- Supports automatic load balancing across SSD and HDD resources
- Provides real-time performance monitoring through IBM Storage Manager
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 81Y4426
- Compatible with IBM ServeRAID M5000 Series (M5000, M5000X, M5000R)
- Form factor: PCIe 2.0 x4, low-profile card
- Interface: PCIe Gen2, 5 GT/s per lane
- Power consumption: max 8 watts
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Supported RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
- Firmware version: requires ServeRAID M5000 firmware 4.2 or later
Applications
This accelerator key is ideal for:
- Enterprise database platforms that demand sub-millisecond response times
- Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments with high I/O concurrency
- Business intelligence and analytics workloads that process large data sets
- Backup and recovery solutions that benefit from faster snapshot creation
- High-performance computing clusters requiring reliable, low-latency storage
By installing the IBM Accelerator Key for ServeRAID M5000 Series Performance, organizations can dramatically improve storage efficiency, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure that critical applications run at peak speed.