IBM ServeRAID M1215 SAS and SATA RAID Controller Card – 12Gb/s, PCIe 3.0 x8
The IBM ServeRAID M1215 SAS and SATA RAID Controller Card is an enterprise storage controller designed for compatible IBM System x and Lenovo ThinkSystem server platforms. It provides high-speed SAS and SATA storage connectivity and hardware RAID functionality for server storage environments.
Based on the LSI SAS3008 controller architecture, the ServeRAID M1215 provides a PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface and eight internal 12Gb/s SAS ports. It is suitable for connecting internal SAS or SATA drives and is commonly used in server storage, virtualization, database, and enterprise data center applications.
IBM ServeRAID M1215 RAID Controller Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
IBM |
| Model |
ServeRAID M1215 |
| Controller Architecture |
LSI SAS3008 |
| Host Interface |
PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Storage Interface |
12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA |
| Internal SAS Ports |
8 |
| Connector |
2 x internal Mini-SAS HD |
| RAID Levels |
RAID 0, 1 and 10 |
| Drive Support |
Compatible SAS and SATA drives |
| Controller Type |
Hardware RAID / SAS controller |
| Form Factor |
PCIe adapter card |
IBM ServeRAID M1215 Features
12Gb/s SAS Storage Connectivity
The ServeRAID M1215 supports up to 12Gb/s SAS connectivity for compatible enterprise storage drives. It also supports SATA drives, providing flexibility for server storage configurations.
PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Interface
The PCIe 3.0 x8 interface provides high-bandwidth communication between the RAID controller and the host server, making the M1215 suitable for demanding storage workloads.
Eight Internal SAS Ports
The controller provides eight internal SAS lanes through two Mini-SAS HD connectors. Appropriate server backplane cables are required to connect the controller to compatible drive bays.
RAID Protection
The ServeRAID M1215 supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations, allowing users to select between performance, mirroring, and combined performance and redundancy according to workload requirements.
Applications
- IBM System x server storage
- Lenovo ThinkSystem server environments
- 12Gb SAS storage configurations
- SATA server storage
- Database servers
- Virtualization servers
- Enterprise data center storage
- Server RAID controller replacement and upgrades
Compatibility
The IBM ServeRAID M1215 was designed for compatible IBM System x server platforms and is also associated with supported Lenovo server configurations following the IBM x86 server business transition. Exact compatibility depends on the server model, firmware, drive backplane, cabling, and storage configuration.
Before purchasing, verify the existing controller part number and the server's internal storage backplane and cable configuration to ensure proper compatibility.
IBM ServeRAID M1215 Price in Bangladesh
The price of the IBM ServeRAID M1215 SAS and SATA RAID Controller Card in Bangladesh may vary depending on condition, sourcing, warranty, and availability. Contact Datacom Technologies (BD) for current pricing and compatibility assistance.
Why Choose IBM ServeRAID M1215?
- Enterprise SAS storage controller architecture
- 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA support
- PCIe 3.0 x8 host interface
- Eight internal SAS lanes
- Supports RAID 0, 1 and 10
- Dual internal Mini-SAS HD connectivity
- Suitable for compatible IBM and Lenovo server platforms
- Useful for server storage upgrades and controller replacement
Buy IBM ServeRAID M1215 RAID Controller in Bangladesh
For IBM ServeRAID M1215 pricing, server compatibility verification, SAS/SATA storage configuration, and enterprise server spare-parts procurement in Bangladesh, contact Datacom Technologies (BD).
Email: sales@datacom.com.bd
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