Description
Smart Features and Benefits
Smart Features and Benefits refer to the advanced features and advantages offered by the Lenovo 01KN508 SATA/SAS 12GBPS PCI-E 3.0 X8 Storage Raid Controller.
- High-speed Data Transfer: The controller supports 12GB/s transfer rates, providing fast access to data.
- RAID Support: The controller supports multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10, offering a range of options for data protection and performance.
- Scalability: The controller supports up to 128 drives, providing a scalable solution for growing storage requirements.
- Management and Monitoring: The provided management software allows for easy configuration and management of the arrays, with monitoring and alerting functions for proactive issue resolution.
- Compatibility: The controller is compatible with a range of operating systems, including Windows and Linux, offering a flexible solution for a variety of environments.
- Data Protection: The controller provides advanced data protection features, including drive sparing and redundant array support, to help ensure the availability and integrity of data.
- Energy Efficiency: The controller is designed to be energy-efficient, helping to reduce power and cooling requirements.
- Technical Support and Warranty: The controller comes with comprehensive technical support and warranty coverage, providing peace of mind and ensuring a reliable solution.
RAID Configuration
RAID Configuration refers to the setup and management of the storage arrays created using the Lenovo 01KN508 SATA/SAS 12GBPS PCI-E 3.0 X8 Storage Raid Controller.
- RAID Levels: The controller supports multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10, each offering different levels of data protection and performance.
- Array Creation: Arrays can be created by assigning multiple drives to the controller and configuring them into a single logical unit.
- Drive Assignment: Drives can be assigned to arrays, either as individual drives or as part of a larger group of drives.
- Spare Drives: Spare drives can be assigned to the controller to provide additional protection against drive failures.
- Management Software: The controller is managed using the provided management software, which allows for easy configuration and management of the arrays.
- Monitoring and Alerts: The management software provides monitoring and alerting functions, allowing for quick identification of potential issues and proactive resolution of problems.
- Performance Optimization: The configuration options provided by the management software allow for optimization of performance, including the selection of appropriate stripe sizes and the assignment of drives to arrays for best performance.
Operating System Compatibility
Operating System Compatibility refers to the compatibility of the Lenovo 01KN508 SATA/SAS 12GBPS PCI-E 3.0 X8 Storage Raid Controller with different operating systems.
- Windows: The controller is compatible with Windows Server operating systems, including Windows Server 2008, 2012, and 2016.
- Linux: The controller is compatible with various Linux distributions, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
- VMware: The controller is compatible with VMware vSphere, providing support for virtualized environments.
- Other: The controller may also be compatible with other operating systems, such as Unix, and support can be confirmed through Lenovo technical support.
It is important to note that operating system compatibility can vary based on the specific version and architecture of the operating system, and it is recommended to confirm compatibility with Lenovo technical support before purchasing.
General Information about this Lenovo 01KN508
- Manufacturer: Lenovo
- Part Number or SKU# 01KN508
- Product Type: Raid Controller
Technical Information of Lenovo Raid Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS-SATA
- Bus Type: PCIE 3.0 X8
- Interface: SATA/SAS 12GBPS
- Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBPS
- Supported Devices: Hard Drive, Disk Array (raid), Solid State Drive
- Channel Qty: 16
- Max Storage Devices Qty: 16
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