Product Type | Boot Optimized RAID Controller |
Form Factor | M.2 Card |
Device Type | Storage controller (RAID) |
Supported Platforms | Cisco UCSX-210C-M6-U, UCSX-9508-U |
Weight | 0.15 lb (approx) |
Power Requirements | Supplied via host system, no external power needed |
Cisco Boot Optimized M.2 RAID Controller (UCSX-M2-HWRAID=)
Key Benefits

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- Optimized for use with Cisco UCSX servers, ensuring seamless hardware compatibility
- RAID functionality via M.2 card offers a compact, fast solution for enterprise storage
- TAA compliance enables deployment in regulated and government environments
Product Overview
The Cisco Boot Optimized M.2 RAID Controller (UCSX-M2-HWRAID=) provides RAID functionality through an M.2 card interface, delivering enhanced performance and storage efficiency for enterprise-grade applications. Designed for Cisco UCSX-210C-M6-U and UCSX-9508-U systems, it ensures seamless integration and high reliability. With TAA compliance and a compact form factor, this controller is well-suited to critical deployments where space, speed, and regulatory adherence are essential.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 3.15 x 1.18 x 0.4 in (80.0 x 30.0 x 10.0 mm) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 35°C (95°F) |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 10°C (50°F) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 10% to 90%, non-condensing |
Relative Humidity (Non-Operating) | 5% to 93%, non-condensing |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco Integrated Management Controller (Cisco IMC) |
Cloud Management Support | Cisco Intersight (via UCS platform) |
License Requirements | May require Intersight Essentials or Advantage license for full features |
Firmware Upgradeability | Yes, via Cisco IMC or Intersight |
Monitoring Features | Drive health, status, and logs via UCS Manager |
Interfaces
Interface Type | M.2 NVMe Interface |
Number of M.2 Slots Supported | 2 |
Supported M.2 Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 32 Gbps (PCIe Gen3 x4 per slot) |
Connector Type | M-key M.2 socket |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China / Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55032, CISPR32 |
Safety Standards | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |
Certifications | CE, CSA, VCCI, BSMI |
Advanced Security Features
RAID Levels Supported | RAID 0, RAID 1 |
Secure Boot Support | Yes |
TPM Support | Uses host platform TPM for secure storage operations |
Data Protection Features | Mirroring via RAID 1 |
Encryption Support | Supports Self-Encrypting Drives (SED) if installed |