Sun part number XTA-2530-CTRL-512M identifies the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M - Sun StorageTek 2530 SAS RAID Controller 512 MB Cache and Battery RoHS-5 Compliant, an enterprise-grade Memory unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. The component is intended for use in enterprise rack server and data-center deployments where matched-pair installation, hot-spare provisioning, or matched-lot procurement is required. Technical specifications include interface of SAS, cache of 512 MB, range of 512 m. 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 sources the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M through authorised distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. Net 30 / Net 60 terms available for qualified business, government, and education accounts. 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The XTA-2530-CTRL-512M is a Sun memory component with interface SAS, cache 512 MB, range 512 m. Pricing on the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M compatible with?
The XTA-2530-CTRL-512M is a Sun 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M same-day on orders confirmed before 2 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M 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.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Sun manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
What is the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M?
The XTA-2530-CTRL-512M is a Sun server memory module with interface SAS and cache 512 MB, manufactured by Sun. 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M
Pros
ECC validated — passes 24-hour MemTest86 burn-in
Matches OEM speed and timing tables
Mix-and-match compatible with existing channel population
Cons
Memory must match existing DIMM rank/density for channel balance
Higher density modules can drop overall channel speed
BIOS update may be required on older revisions
Frequently Asked Questions about XTA-2530-CTRL-512M
Is the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M a genuine Sun part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every XTA-2530-CTRL-512M as factory-original Sun inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Sun servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
What servers is the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M compatible with?
The XTA-2530-CTRL-512M is a Sun 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M ship?
Pro Disk Network dispatches the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M same-day on orders confirmed before 2 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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M?
New XTA-2530-CTRL-512M units carry the full Sun manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the XTA-2530-CTRL-512M?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the XTA series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
XTA-2500-1GBMEM — XTA-2500-1GBMEM - Sun 1GB Memory DIMM for Storage Tek 25xx Controller Cache Upgrade — $443.99
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XTA-2501-IOM — XTA-2501-IOM - Sun SAS Expansion Tray I/O Module (IOM) (RoHS) — $1,008.75
XTA-2530-CTRL-1GB — XTA-2530-CTRL-1GB - Sun Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 1GB Controller Assembly for Sun StorageTek 2530 Array — $612.63
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Memory
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 XTA-2530-CTRL-512M is available across three procurement tiers, and the choice is driven by criticality, warranty coverage, and budget. New (sealed OEM) units carry the full Sun manufacturer warranty and command a 20-30% premium over bulk-OEM tier. New (bulk-OEM) units are factory-fresh modules sold without retail box; Pro Disk Network warranties them for 36 months. Refurbished units come from decommissioned servers, are individually MemTest-validated, and carry a 12-month advance-replacement warranty.