25R8076 IBM ServeRAID 8-channel SAS Controller

25R8076 Specifications

IBM ServeRAID-8K SAS Controller (256 MB Cache, Battery-Backed Option)

Manufacturer: IBM
Manufacturer Model: 25R8076
Product Line: IBM ServeRAID Series
Product Series: ServeRAID-8K SAS
Product Type: Internal RAID Controller Card
Product Name: IBM ServeRAID-8K SAS Controller (256 MB Cache)

KEY FEATURES:
Storage Controller Type: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) RAID Controller
Cache (Buffer) Size: 256 MB
Battery-Backup Support: Yes — Lithium-ion battery option for data protection during power loss
RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 1E
Interface: Connects to IBM system board (PLANAR) for internal disks

PERFORMANCE:
Controller Host Bus: PCI-Express (model dependent)
Supports Up To: 8 SAS channels/devices (eight-channel)
Supports Drive Capacity Up To: 2 TB per drive (with firmware update)

ENVIRONMENTAL & RELIABILITY:
Battery-Backed Data Protection: Ensures cache contents are preserved on power loss
Compliance: RoHS (environmental standard)
Warranty (refurbished market): Typical 90-day parts replacement (varies by vendor)

PHYSICAL:
Dimensions (approx.): Depth ~16 cm (card length)
Weight: ~0.086 kg
Form Factor: Standard PCI/PCIe full-height adapter card