IBM part number 45E0497 identifies the 45E0497 - IBM 512MB DIMM Memory Module, an enterprise-grade Server Memory unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 512 MB, number of sticks of 1. Typical workloads include VMware vSphere VM host memory, Kubernetes worker-node memory pool, in-memory database (Redis, Memcached, SAP HANA), and SAS / Splunk analytic workloads requiring large RAM footprint. Pro Disk Network supplies the 45E0497 to US business buyers. Stocked units ship same-day on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150; same-day expedited (UPS Next Day Air, FedEx Priority) available at checkout.
The 45E0497 is a IBM server memory component with capacity 512 MB, number of sticks 1. Pricing on the 45E0497 is quote-based — email sales@prodisknetwork.com or use our live chat for a quote within one business day.
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Quick Answer: What servers is the 45E0497 compatible with?
The 45E0497 is a IBM server memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the 45E0497 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 45E0497 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The 45E0497 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Hyper-V Cluster Node — Windows Server 2019/2022 Hyper-V hosts with Storage Spaces Direct. Dynamic memory allocation makes higher-density DIMMs cost-effective.
AI / ML Training — PyTorch and TensorFlow workloads benefit from large host memory pools for dataset preprocessing and CPU-side feature engineering.
Tanzu / Kubernetes Workers — Worker node memory expansion for high-density container deployments. Plan for 8–16 GB per moderate Pod baseline.
What is the 45E0497?
The 45E0497 is a IBM server memory module with capacity 512 MB and number of sticks 1, manufactured by IBM. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 45E0497
Pros
RDIMM / LRDIMM clearly labelled for population-rule clarity
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor cosmetic markings
Not optimised for overclocked workstation builds
Frequently Asked Questions about 45E0497
Is the 45E0497 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 45E0497 as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What servers is the 45E0497 compatible with?
The 45E0497 is a IBM server memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the 45E0497 ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the 45E0497 same-day on orders confirmed before 3 pm ET. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the 45E0497?
New 45E0497 units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 45E0497?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Compatibility: Rank, Density, and Channel Population Rules
Memory population order for Xeon Scalable is documented in the motherboard manual; the typical rule is to populate channels symmetrically across both CPU sockets and across all six channels per socket. For two-socket builds with eight DIMMs, populate the white slot first on each channel; for sixteen-DIMM builds, populate both slots on every channel. Asymmetric population leaves performance on the table.
Pricing Strategy: New, Bulk, or Refurbished
The 45E0497 is available across three procurement tiers, and the choice is driven by criticality, warranty coverage, and budget. New (sealed OEM) units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty and command a 20-30% premium over bulk-OEM tier. New (bulk-OEM) units are factory-fresh modules sold without retail box. Refurbished units come from decommissioned servers, are individually MemTest-validated, and carry a 90-day advance-replacement warranty.