Key Features & Benefits

• LSI SAS2208 RAID-on-Chip Design: Built on the proven LSI SAS2208 controller chipset, ensuring reliable RAID performance and broad compatibility with SAS/SATA storage devices.
• 8-Port 6Gb/s SAS/SATA Connectivity: Provides 8 ports via two internal Mini-SAS SFF-8087 connectors, supporting up to 32 devices depending on server model and expander configuration.
• PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Interface: Utilizes the PCIe 3.0 x8 bus standard, ensuring high-bandwidth data transfer between the controller and host system.
• Comprehensive RAID Level Support: Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexible data protection and performance configurations tailored to workload needs.
• 512MB Flash Cache: Includes 512MB of cache memory (upgradeable via ServeRAID M5100 Series cache options), improving read/write efficiency for demanding storage workloads.
• Auto-Resume Rebuild Technology: Uses non-volatile RAM (NVRAM) to save rebuild progress during host reboot or power failure, automatically resuming from the last checkpoint to maintain data integrity.
• Broad Part Number Cross-Compatibility: Also referenced under FRU 81Y4481 and related part numbers 90Y4449, 81Y4482, simplifying sourcing and inventory matching.

Technical Specifications