Adaptec AFM-700 Battery Backed Write Cache

2275400-R

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Description

Enabling the onboard cache on a RAID adapter card signi cantly enhances performance - especially in RAID 5 and RAID 6 scenarios - by accommodating both read caching and write caching of data. But data stored in the cache for write caching can be lost if the cache is not protected against a power or system failure.

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery backup units (BBUs) are traditionally employed to protect cached data on RAID adapters. Once installed, a new BBU will take several hours to reach a full charge. During the charge cycle, write cache is unprotected (i.e. turned o ), which adversly a ects the RAID adapter's performance. A typical BBU requires routine capacity testing and performs sub-optimally during those test periods. Lastly, a fully-charged BBU can only preserve data for a maximum of 72 hours during a power loss before the battery power depletes.

Specifications

General Information

Manufacturer:
Adaptec, Inc
Manufacturer Website Address:
http://www.microsemi.com
Brand Name:
Adaptec
Product Model:
AFM-700
Product Name:
AFM-700 2GB Battery Backed Write Cache
Product Type:
Battery Backed Write Cache

Technical Information

Memory Size:
2 GB
Data Backup Type:
Flash
Application/Usage:
  • RAID Controller

Physical Characteristics

Weight (Approximate):
390 g

Miscellaneous

Compatibility:
Adaptec 7 and 8 Series Controllers
Green Compliant:
Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority:
  • RoHS

Warranty

Standard Warranty:
3 Year