Adaptec AFM-700 USER MANUAL

Adaptec® Flash Module 700 Kit: AFM-700

3rd Gen Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection

Maximum Data Protection and Cost Savings

Enabling the onboard cache on a RAID adapter card significantly
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. Now in its third generation, Adaptec Zero
Maintenance Cache Protection (ZMCP) from Microsemi drastically reduces a
RAID adapter’s TCO through the use of flash memory versus Li-ion batteries.

Designed for Adaptec RAID Adapters

The AFM-700 for ZMCP is included with the Series 8Q (12 Gbps). The Adaptec
81605ZQ and 81605Z have the flash backup embedded on the board. ZMCP
is available as an option for Series 8 (12 Gbps) and Series 7 (6 Gbps) RAID
adapters with the AFM-700 kit, which includes a mounting plate to secure
the cap module to an unused PCIe slot.

Advanced Technology

The AFM-700 features NAND flash memory and super capacitor technology
that work together to save cached data in the event of system power loss.
The super capacitor charges while the system is booting. When the module
detects loss of power, the super capacitor keeps critical parts of the RAID
adapter active long enough to allow data to be copied from the onboard
adapter cache to the flash memory. The flash memory can store data for
years without power. When power is returned, the data is copied back to the
onboard adapter cache and operation resumes as normal with all outstanding
I/O requests intact.

Ease of Use

With ZMCP’s new monitoring features (Real-time Health and Instant Capacity
Monitoring), data center administrators can instantly check the temperature,
capacity and remaining lifetime of the super capacitor through Adaptec
maxView Storage Manager, a web-based interface.

Further Resources and Information: http://www.microsemi.com

Highlights

Third Generation Cached Data Protection for
12 Gbps and 6 Gbps RAID Adapters

• Add-on module for Series 8 and Series 7

• Included with Series 8Q and Series 7Q

• Flash backup embedded into Adaptec
81605ZQ and 81605Z

Real Time Health Monitoring

• Monitors health of cache protection

• Monitors capacity levels

Instant RAID Cache Protection

• Fully charged within four minutes instead of
hours

• RAID performance optimized immediately

Maintenance-Free Cached Data Protection

• Stores protected data for years

• No need to monitor battery charge level

• No shutdown required for battery replacement

Lower Operating Costs

• No monitoring, maintenance, replacement or
disposal costs due to batteries

No Data Loss from Power Failures

• Replaces Lithium-ion batteries

Single-Level Cell (SLC) Flash

• Faster writes and better reliability than Multi­Level Cell (MLC) Flash

Environmentally Conscious

• No toxic battery disposal

• Simplified IATA compliance

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Adaptec® Flash Module 700 Kit: AFM-700

3rd Gen Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection

BBUS vs. ZMCP: Maintenance Requirements

Lithium-ion BBUs Adaptec ZMCP

Batteries must be “conditioned” during initial deployment, adding custom steps and several hours to the deploy­ment process

Battery performance must be continually monitored so that failing batteries can be replaced No action required

A failed battery must be replaced within 72 hours, and sometimes less No action required

Batteries must be replaced on a regular maintenance cycle, so replacement batteries must be kept available at
each location and maintenance staff must be on-site or on-call

Replacement batteries “age” even when on the shelf, so a continual purchasing process must be developed and
implemented

Lithium-ion batteries must be properly disposed. A process to dispose of the hazardous material must be
created, staffed, and funded

Adaptec Flash Module 700 (AFM-700)

No action required

No action required

No action required

No action required

Why to buy

Adaptec Series 8, Series 8Q/8Z (12 Gbps) and Series 7 and Series 7Q (6 Gbps) RAID adapters to protect
data in the controller cache without incurring monitoring, maintenance, replacement, or disposal costs.

Customer Needs Solutions that require advanced protection of data and reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

The Adaptec Flash Module 700 (AFM-700) provides Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection (ZMCP) for

6 Gbps RAID Adapters

• Adaptec RAID 72405

• Adaptec RAID 78165

• Adaptec RAID 71685

• Adaptec RAID 71605

• Adaptec RAID 7805

• Adaptec RAID 71605Q (included)

• Adaptec RAID 7805Q (included)

Compatible Products

12 Gbps RAID Adapters

• Adaptec RAID 8885

• Adaptec RAID 8805

• Adaptec RAID 8885Q (included)

• Adaptec RAID 81605Z (flash backup embedded)

• Adaptec RAID 81605ZQ (flash backup
embedded)

Operating Temperature 0 °C to 50 °C (with 200 LFM airflow)

In addition to the operating currents for the adapters listed below, the AFM-700 typically draws 500 mA
during its initial charge cycle. No further power is required once the super capacitor is fully charged.

Operating Current

12 Gbps RAID Adapters

• ASR-8805/8885/8885Q: 1.0A@3.3V and

1.1A@12V

• ASR-81605Z/81605ZQ: 1.5A@3.3V and

1.0A@12V

6 Gbps RAID Adapters

• ASR-7805/7805Q: 0.1A@3.3V and 1.5A@12V

• ASR-71605/71605Q: 0.1A@3.3V and 1.6A@12V

• ASR-71685/72405: 0.1A@3.3V and 1.8A@12V

• ASR-78165: 1.1A@3.3V and 1.3A@12V

Cable Length Cable connected to the AFM-700: ~ 7 inches; extension cable: ~ 18 inches

Regulatory Certification CE, FCC, UL, C-tick, VCCI, KCC

Environmental
Compliance

RoHS

Typical Lifespan 5 years at 50°C

Warranty 3 years

Part Number 2275400-R

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