The IBM 46M6055 (46M6055 - IBM Brocade 825 8GB Dual Port PCI-Express Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter) is a Fiber Channel Controller component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. This part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 8 GB, interface of Fibre Channel. Common deployment scenarios include data-center ToR (top-of-rack) switching, server-to-storage NAS/SAN connectivity, 10/25/40/100 GbE backbone aggregation, and edge router replacement in branch-office deployments. Pro Disk Network maintains the 46M6055 in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Same-day dispatch on in-stock orders placed before 3pm ET; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.
The 46M6055 is a IBM fiber channel controller component with capacity 8 GB, interface Fibre Channel. Pro Disk Network sells the 46M6055 for $924.68 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 46M6055 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 46M6055 ship?
If in stock, the 46M6055 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The 46M6055 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.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the 46M6055?
The 46M6055 is a IBM enterprise IT hardware component with capacity 8 GB and interface Fibre Channel, 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 46M6055
Pros
Free 30-day return window covers DOA + fit issues
Cons
Not enterprise NVMe — sub-100 µs latency workloads need a different SKU
Bulk capacity is the value play, not raw IOPS
Larger orders may ship via LTL freight (signature required)
Frequently Asked Questions about 46M6055
Is the 46M6055 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 46M6055 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.
Will the 46M6055 fit my system?
The 46M6055 is a IBM fiber channel controller part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship same-day if in stock.
How fast does the 46M6055 ship?
If in stock, the 46M6055 ships same business day on US orders placed before 3 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the 46M6055?
New 46M6055 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 46M6055?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.