Brand: IBM/Lenovo · SKU: 81Y4542 · MPN: 81Y4542 · Category: Components
The 81Y4542 is an optional feature upgrade (software license) for the ServeRAID M1115 SAS/SATA Controller. It enables support for RAID levels 5 and 50, as well as MegaRAID SafeStore support for Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs). The base ServeRAID M1115 supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 standard. The upgrade leverages the controller's existing hardware, which features a 533 MHz IBM PowerPC processor with an LSI SAS2008 6 Gbps RAID on Chip (ROC) controller, PCI Express 2.0 x8 host interface, and eight internal 6 Gbps SAS/SATA ports via two internal Mini-SAS connectors (SFF-8087). It is intended for IBM System x servers.
| UPC Code | 883436161268 |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | ServeRAID M1115 SAS/SATA Controller for IBM System x |
| Feature Enabled | RAID 5, RAID 50, MegaRAID SafeStore (SED support) |
| Warranty | Varies by Seller (30 Days Easy Return mentioned by one seller) |
| Weight | 5 LBS |
| Dimensions | PCI Low Profile, Half-length - MD2 form factor (for the base card) |
This is a Feature-on-Demand (FoD) software license upgrade (part number 81Y4542) for the IBM ServeRAID M1115 controller, adding support for RAID 5, RAID 50, and Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) services via MegaRAID SafeStore. The base controller supports RAID 0, 1, and 10.
Yes, this ServeRAID M1100 Series Zero Cache/RAID 5 Upgrade (81Y4542) is 100% genuine IBM/Lenovo hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This ServeRAID M1100 Series Zero Cache/RAID 5 Upgrade includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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