ServeRAID M-Series SAS/SATA Controllers for IBM System x Coming from LSI

ServeRAID M-Series SAS/SATA controllers for IBM System x are optimized to deliver performance demanded by the I/O requirements of enterprises.

They integrate disk media such as SAS and SATA HDDs and SSDs into an organization’s storage infrastructure.

The controller is a small form factor PCIe adapter that provides two (x4) external mini-SAS HD connectors with eight lanes of 12 Gbps SAS and eight lanes of PCIe 3.0 to facilitate high data transfer rates. The controller boasts several standard features including RAID-0/1/5/10/50, 2GB of 72-bit 1866 MHz DDR3 cache to enhance performance, and flash-backed-cache-offload, which allows clients to have an extended-life energy source for cached data protection in their storage subsystem. Additional upgrades are available to optimize SSD performance, support RAID – 6 and -60, and add SSD caching support.

The ServeRAID M-Series portfolio is covered under IBM warranty. All adapters carry a one-year limited warranty or, when installed in a System x server, assume your system’s base warranty and any IBM ServicePac upgrade.

Features and functions of ServeRAID M5225-2GB SAS/SATA Controller (00AE938):

Up to 12Gb/s per port
72-bit 1866 MHz DDR3 cache with flash-backed-cache-offload
RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, 50
Upgradeable to RAID Levels 6 and 60
x8 lane PCIe 3.0
LSI SAS3108 Dual-core RAID on Chip (ROC)
PCI Low Profile – MD2 form factor
Two (x4) mini-SAS HD external connectors
Support for self-encrypting drives
S.M.A.R.T. support

ServeRAID options offer a 1-year limited warranty 1 or, when installed in a System x server, assume your system’s base warranty and any IBM ServicePac upgrade.

IBM RDX 2TB Cartridge
RDX features a high-capacity, shock-resistant 2TB cartridge, making storage options flexible. The RDX USB 3.0 docking stations are offered in external stand-alone and internal 5.25-inch half height units to integrate into System x or BladeCenter environment. The USB interface ensures a simple installation while providing high performance, with sustained transfer rates of up to 96Mb/s.

Features and functions:

Cost-effective and secure removable disk technology
Up to 96Mb/s native USB transfer rate
Up to 2TB native capacity
Hot-plug capability
Internal form factor of 5.25-inch, convertible to 3.5-inch form factor in certain configurations

The RDX 2TB cartridge carries a one-year limited warranty.

SAS/SATA controllers can be used on supported System x servers with an available PCIe expansion slot.

Planned availability date