IBM ServeRAID BR10i SAS/SATA RAID Controller – Part 44E8690
Model Name : ServeRAID BR10i
Brand : IBM
Key Features
- PCI‑Express x8 host interface for full bandwidth connectivity
- Supports SAS 3 Gb/s and SATA 3 Gb/s drives
- RAID levels: 0, 1, 1E (efficient hard‑drive redundancy)
- Based on LSI 1068e controller chipset
- Two internal Mini‑SAS (SFF‑8087) connectors
- Low‑profile form factor fits standard rack/tower systems
- No onboard cache — simple, reliable entry RAID solution
30 Days Warranty
Condition : Refurbished
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IBM ServeRAID BR10i SAS RAID Controller (44E8690) is an entry‑level PCI‑Express RAID adapter designed for IBM/Lenovo System x servers.
It provides dependable internal SAS and SATA storage connectivity with hardware RAID support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 1E, suitable for boot drives and basic enterprise storage arrays.
FAQ For IBM ServeRAID BR10i SAS RAID Controller
Q1: What RAID levels does the IBM ServeRAID BR10i support?
It supports RAID 0 (striping), RAID 1 (mirroring), and RAID 1E (enhanced mirror) for basic redundancy and performance.
Q2: What interface and speeds does this controller use?
This card uses PCI‑Express x8 with 3 Gb/s per SAS/SATA port.
Q3: Is onboard cache included?
No — the BR10i does not include onboard cache; it is an entry‑level RAID solution without write cache memory.
Q4: Which servers is it compatible with?
It’s compatible with IBM System x and Lenovo servers that support the ServeRAID BR10i option, like x3400, x3550, x3650, and certain x3850 models.
Q5: Can I mix SAS and SATA drives on this controller?
Yes — it supports both SAS and SATA drives, but mixing in the same RAID volume is not recommended for performance balance.
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