Description
Smart Features and Benefits
The 8 Internal Ports of the 05-25716-00 LSI Logic SAS 8 provide several key features and benefits:
- Increased Storage Capacity: The 8 internal ports allow for the connection of multiple storage devices, providing more storage capacity for the host system.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: The internal ports support fast data transfer speeds, making it ideal for high-performance applications such as video editing, large database systems, and virtualization.
- Improved Data Protection: With support for RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 50, and 6, the 8 internal ports provide multiple options for data protection and ensure data availability in case of a drive failure.
- Enhanced Data Management: The SAS 8 controller supports advanced data management features such as automatic data migration, online capacity expansion, and hot spare drive configuration.
- Scalability: The 8 internal ports support daisy-chaining multiple SAS expanders, providing a scalable solution for growing storage needs.
Installation and Configuration Guide
Here is a general outline for installing and configuring the 05-25716-00 LSI Logic SAS 8:
- System Preparation: Verify that the server platform meets the compatibility requirements, and ensure that the necessary drivers are available for the operating system.
- Physical Installation: Insert the SAS 8 controller into a PCIe 3.0 slot on the server motherboard and secure it in place.
- Connect Storage Devices: Connect the SAS/SATA storage devices to the internal ports of the SAS 8 controller.
- Power On: Power on the server to start the operating system.
- Driver Installation: Install the necessary drivers for the SAS 8 controller. The manufacturer provides detailed instructions for this process.
- Configuration: Configure the SAS 8 controller using the management software provided by the manufacturer. This typically involves creating arrays, assigning drives to arrays, and specifying RAID levels.
- Verification: Verify the configuration and ensure that the storage devices are recognized and functioning properly.
It is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and to take precautions such as backing up data before making changes to the configuration.
Compatibility and System Requirements
The 05-25716-00 LSI Logic SAS 8 is compatible with the following system requirements:
- Operating System: The SAS 8 controller is compatible with various operating systems including Windows, Linux, and VMware.
- Server Platform: The SAS 8 is compatible with a range of server platforms, including x86-64 and EPIC-based systems.
- PCI-E Slot: The SAS 8 requires a PCIe 3.0 slot for installation.
- Storage Devices: The SAS 8 supports a wide range of SAS and SATA storage devices, including hard disk drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD).
- Drivers: The SAS 8 controller requires drivers for the operating system to recognize and communicate with the device.
It is important to check the compatibility of the SAS 8 with the specific server platform and operating system before purchasing and installing the device. The manufacturer provides detailed compatibility information on their website.
General Information
- Brand: Lsi Logic
- MPN : 05-25716-00
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS Controller
- SKU : 05-25716-00
Technical Information
- Raid-on-chip Controller Sas3316 Dual Core Raid On Chip (roc)
- Generation 12 GB/s
- External Ports 8
- External Connectors 2 Mini-SAS Hd Sff8644
- Raid Management Software Lsa (lsi Storage Authority), Megaraid Storage Manager, Storcli (command-line Interface), Ctrl-r (bios Configuration Utility), Hii (uefi Human Interface Infrastructure)
- Cache Protection Cvpm02 Cachevault Power Module
- Host Bus Type X8 Lane PCI Express® 3.0
- Cache Memory 2GB 1866mhz Ddr3 Sdram
- Physical Dimensions 6.600 X 2.712
- Internal Ports 8
- Data Transfer Rates Up To 12GB/s Per Port
- Devices Supported Up To 240 SATA And/or SAS Devices
- Internal Connectors 2 Mini-sas Hd Sff8643
- Mtbf > 2,500,000 Hours
- Operating Temperature Maximum Ambient: Controller Card: 55°c, With Optional Cachevault Accessory Cvpm02 55°c
- Operating Voltage(v) +3.3v, +12v
- Os Microsoft Windows, Linux (oracle, Suse, Red Hat), Solaris, Vmware, Freebsd, Centos, Canonical, Citrix, Fedora, Debian.
