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- In Stock: 3
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 74Y8746
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM PCI-X Dual 3GB SAS Adapter 572a (part number 74Y8746) delivers high-performance storage connectivity for mission critical servers and workstations. Designed to fit standard PCI-X slots, this adapter provides two independent SAS channels that together support up to three gigabytes per second of sustained bandwidth, enabling fast data access for demanding applications.
Key Features
- Dual SAS ports delivering up to 3GB/s total throughput
- PCI-X 133MHz interface ensures maximum bus efficiency
- Supports both SAS and SATA devices for flexible storage options
- Hot plug capability reduces downtime during maintenance or upgrades
- Advanced error detection and correction for data integrity
- Low latency architecture ideal for database, virtualization and high-performance computing
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model/Part Number: 74Y8746
- Form factor: Full height PCI-X card
- Bus speed: 133MHz, 64-bit
- SAS version: SAS 2.0 (6Gb/s per port)
- Total bandwidth: 3GB/s aggregate
- Supported device types: SAS and SATA drives up to 4TB each
- Connector type: Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8087) x2
- Power consumption: Typical 12W, maximum 15W
Applications
This adapter is ideal for enterprise environments that require reliable and fast storage access. Use it in database servers to accelerate transaction processing, in virtualization hosts to improve VM I/O performance, or in high-performance computing clusters where large data sets must be moved quickly. It also serves well in backup and archival systems, providing a robust link between server platforms and external SAS enclosures.