IBM ServeRAID M5015 SAS/SATA RAID Controller – PCI‑Express SAS/SATA RAID Card
Model Name : ServeRAID M5015
Brand : IBM
Key Features
- 8 internal 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA ports via dual Mini‑SAS (SFF‑8087) connectors
- PCI‑Express 2.0 x8 host interface for high throughput
- 512 MB onboard cache with battery backup for improved performance and data safety
- Based on LSI SAS2108 6 Gb/s RAID on Chip (ROC) controller
- Supports multiple RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, 50 (RAID 6 and 60 with optional feature key)
- Connects up to 32 SAS/SATA drives (with expanders)
- Hot‑spare and advanced rebuild support for resiliency
- Widely compatible with IBM/Lenovo System x servers
30 Days Warranty
Condition : Refurbished
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IBM ServeRAID M5015 SAS/SATA RAID Controller (FRU 46M0851) is a powerful enterprise‑class storage controller designed for IBM/Lenovo System servers.
With 8 internal 6 Gb/s SAS/SATA ports, a strong onboard cache, and advanced RAID support, it offers high‑speed storage connectivity, enhanced data protection, and scalable drive support for mission‑critical applications.
FAQ For IBM ServeRAID M5015 SAS/SATA RAID Controller
Q1: What RAID levels does the M5015 support?
By default, it supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50. With the optional M5000 Advanced Feature Key, RAID 6 and RAID 60 can be enabled.
Q2: How many drives can I connect?
The card supports up to 32 SAS or SATA drives when used with SAS expanders.
Q3: Does it have cache memory and battery backup?
Yes — it includes 512 MB onboard cache and a battery backup unit to protect cached data during power loss.
Q4: What interface does this RAID card use?
It uses a PCI‑Express 2.0 x8 interface for connection to the server motherboard.
Q5: Are both SAS and SATA drives supported?
Yes — the controller supports SAS and SATA drives, though mixing types in the same RAID array is not recommended
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