Lenovo RAID-laajennuskortti - SATA 6Gb/s / SAS 12Gb/s PCIe 3.0 x8 - Low Profile

Expand your Lenovo ThinkSystem server's storage capabilities with the Lenovo RAID Expander Card (4XC0G88843). This high-performance SAS expander card provides 32 physical SAS/SATA links via 8 internal Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) connectors, supporting data transfer rates of 12 Gbps per SAS port and 6 Gbps per SATA port. Designed for seamless integration into Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, it features a low-profile, half-height PCIe 3.0 x8 form factor and is powered by the Broadcom SAS3x36R chipset.

Advantages

• High-density connectivity: 8 internal Mini-SAS HD ports enable connection of up to 32 SAS or SATA devices.
• Blazing-fast data transfer: 12 Gbps SAS and 6 Gbps SATA per port ensure rapid data access and storage performance.
• Reliable and efficient: Low power consumption (less than 10W typical) and broad operating temperature range (0°C to 55°C) ensure stable operation in demanding environments.
• Easy management: Integrated activity/status LEDs and SAS expander management features simplify monitoring and maintenance.

Suitable for

• Lenovo ThinkSystem servers requiring additional storage expansion
• Data centers and enterprise environments needing high-speed SAS/SATA connectivity
• Applications demanding high availability and scalability, such as virtualization, databases, and big data analytics

Key specifications

• Device Type: SAS Expander Card
• Host Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
• Data Transfer Rate: SAS 12 Gbps per port, SATA 6 Gbps per port
• Internal Connectors: 8 x Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643)
• Supported Protocols: SAS, SATA
• Form Factor: Low Profile, Half-Height PCIe Card
• Controller Chipset: Broadcom SAS3x36R
• Max Physical Links: 32
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem Servers
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
• Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
• Power Consumption: Less than 10W typical
• LED Indicators: Activity/Status LEDs
• Management: SAS Expander Management

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this expander card with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and compatible SAS/SATA drives. Ensure your system has an available PCIe 3.0 x8 slot and adequate cooling. This card is ideal for scaling storage capacity without sacrificing speed or reliability.