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- In Stock: 2
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46K4732
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM Sas 3GB Dual X4 Adapter (model 57b3, part number 46K4732) is a high-performance storage interface designed to deliver fast and reliable connectivity for enterprise servers. Engineered with dual external SAS ports, this adapter provides up to 3 gigabytes per second of sustained bandwidth, enabling rapid data transfer between server CPUs and storage arrays.
Key Features
- Dual external SAS connectors for flexible topology and redundancy
- Supports 3GB/s (24Gbps) full duplex data rates per port
- PCI Express x4 interface ensures low latency and high throughput
- Hot-plug capable for uninterrupted operation during upgrades or maintenance
- Compatible with IBM System x, BladeCenter and other industry standard servers
- Advanced error detection and correction to protect data integrity
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model/Part Number: 57b3 / 46K4732
- Interface: PCI Express Gen1 x4 (8 lanes)
- SAS Standard: SAS-2 (6Gb/s per lane, aggregated to 24Gbps)
- Connector Type: Dual external mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) ports
- Supported Devices: Up to 128 SATA or SAS drives via appropriate expanders
- Power Consumption: Typical 12W, max 15W
- Operating Temperature: 0 deg C to 55 deg C
- Form Factor: Low profile bracket (1U)
Applications
- Enterprise data centers requiring high-speed storage connectivity
- Virtualization platforms that demand low latency I/O for VMs
- Database servers with intensive read/write workloads
- Backup and archival systems needing reliable, high-throughput links
- High performance computing clusters where fast access to large data sets is critical
This IBM Sas 3GB Dual X4 Adapter combines robust build quality with cutting edge SAS technology, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to maximize storage performance and reliability.