Product Overview to Lsi Logic 8708EM2 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E Controller
The Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller is a type of hardware device that allows multiple hard drives to be configured as a single logical unit. The device is designed to be used in servers and other high-performance computing environments, where data storage and retrieval are critical to the operation of the system. This article will provide a detailed overview of the Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller, including its features, benefits, and specifications.
SAS Raid Controller
A SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) Raid Controller is a device that enables the configuration of multiple hard drives into a single logical unit, using the RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) technology. The controller provides a hardware-based solution for managing data storage and retrieval in high-performance computing environments, such as servers and data centers.
RAID technology is used to provide redundancy and data protection by storing data across multiple hard drives, so that if one drive fails, the data can be recovered from the other drives. RAID technology also improves the performance of data access, by spreading the data across multiple drives, and allowing simultaneous access to multiple files.
The Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller is designed to support SAS and SATA (Serial ATA) hard drives, providing flexibility in configuring the storage system.
Features and Benefits of Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller
The Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller is packed with features that make it an ideal solution for high-performance computing environments. Some of the key features of the device include:
- Eight SAS/SATA ports: The controller supports up to eight SAS/SATA hard drives, providing flexibility in configuring the storage system.
- PCI-E X8 Interface: The device uses the PCI Express X8 interface, providing high-speed data transfer rates of up to 3GBPS.
- RAID Support: The controller supports a variety of RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexibility in configuring the storage system for redundancy and data protection.
- Cache Memory: The device comes with 256MB DDR2 cache memory, which improves data transfer rates and reduces latency.
- Online Capacity Expansion: The controller supports online capacity expansion, which allows the storage system to be expanded without shutting down the system.
- Online RAID Level Migration: The device supports online RAID level migration, which allows the RAID level to be changed without data loss.
- S.M.A.R.T Support: The controller supports S.M.A.R.T (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) for monitoring the health of the hard drives.
- Battery Backup Unit: The device comes with a battery backup unit, which provides power in case of a power outage, ensuring that data is not lost.
- The Lsi Logic 8708EM2 Megaraid 3GBPS 8-Port PCI-E X8 SAS Raid Controller provides several benefits to high-performance computing environments. These benefits include:
- Improved Data Transfer Rates: The device provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 3GBPS, improving the performance of data access and retrieval.
- Data Protection: The controller supports various RAID configurations, providing redundancy.
General Information about this Lsi Logic 8708EM2
- Manufacturer: Lsi Logic
- Part Number or SKU# 8708EM2
- Product Type : Controller
- Product Name : SAS-SATA
Technical Specifications
- Controller Interface Type: Serial Attached Scsi
- Bus Type : Pci Express X8
- Data Transfer Rate: 3gb/s Throughput Per Port
- Standard Memory: 128mb Ddr2 (maximum 256 Mb Ddr2 Sdram)
- Raid Level: Raid 0, Raid 1, Raid 5, Raid 6, Raid 10, Raid 50, Raid 60
- Drive Support: 32 X Physical
- Form Factor: Low-profile Plug-in Card
- Platform Support: Pc
- Ports: 2 X Sff-8087 - Mini-sas Internal
Dimensions
- width: 6.60 In.
- height: 2.54 In.
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SAS-SATA
SAS controllers facilitate the use of SATA drives to increase the storage capacity with extreme ease. You can get the best SAS SATA controllers here on allhdd.com. Our SAS SATA controllers are some of the best you can find around at the best prices.
SATA is the acronym for Serial Advanced Technology Attachment while the SCSI, nicknamed Scuzzy, is short for Serial Attached Small Computer System Interface.
SATA and SAS connectors help link up your computer components, including media and hard drives to the system's motherboard. SATA drives are more affordable and used for personal computing while fast and reliable SAS drives are the best fit for servers.
On the other hand, SAS controllers work flawlessly on SATA hard drives because both share identical infrastructure and possess related characteristics.
If you'd prefer speed over space, then a SAS-based hard drive is your best bet. However, SATA drives on the other hand, while lagging in terms of speed have a much larger storage capacity.
Data Transfer Speed
Throughput is the volume of data that a drive can move, process, or read and write in a specific amount of time. The drive's throughput is usually tested to measure its speed.
The Input/output operations per second (IOPS) may also be measured. However, the IOPS and throughput outcomes usually imply the same things about the drive.
While the SAS drives boast higher throughput than SATA drives; there are fewer general delays. But there is some overlap between the more high-speed SATA drives and slower SAS drives. On allhdd.com, you can shop some of the best SAS SATA controllers from well-known brands across the world.
While a handful of factors affect the drive's performance, the major factor affecting throughput is the revolution per minute (rpm). Consequently, the higher the rpm, the higher the drive's throughput.
The speed variation is most notable when dealing with large files. A SAS drive boasting 15000 rpm will most likely read and write a 1TB file faster than a SATA drive with 7200 rpm.
Most SATA-based drives' usual speed ranges from 5400 rpm to 7200 rpm, and most SAS-based drives run between 7200 rpm and 15000 rpm.
SAS-SATA Controllers on Allhdd.com
While you can count on both quality and affordability, we also bring you a wide range of SAS SATA controllers to cater to your storage needs. SAS and SATA's notable difference is that SAS is developed to endure 24/7 performance in firms, including data centers. Choose from our collection of top-quality SAS SATA controllers including 24 Port, PERC H830, Expander Card, PERC H330, PERC H730, PERC 5, Host Bus Adapter, Equallogic, PERC H710, 4 Port, 1-Port, 8 Port, PERC H700, PERC H800, Smart Array, Serveraid, PERC H740, Raid Controller, PCI-E, 12 Port, Controller Card, and16 Port.
You can use a SATA drive for servers just as you would use a SAS drive. However, the SATA drive would deliver a slower performance and a higher probability of failing or hinting at a failure. This laxity could prove expensive to firms that depend on such drives.
A SAS drive has a mean time between failures (MTBF) that ranges from (1.2-1.6 million) hours of use at 113°F (45°C), while that of a SATA drive is about (700,000-1.2 million) hours of use at 77°F (25°C).
SATA disk drives offer many benefits, including the fact that they boast an unbeatable combination of low cost, high capacity, and performance. Taking advantage of this with SAS SATA controllers could bring a significant return on investment. You can count on a 24/7 customer care center for all issues regarding sales and delivery. Allhdd.com delivers all items free of charge within the 48 U. S. states. Please choose from our collection of top-quality SAS SATA controllers today for optimum performance.
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