HP H3-25257-00D LSI 9212-4i 4-Port 6Gb/s SAS/SATA Host Bus Adapter

Unleash the full potential of your storage infrastructure with the HP LSI 9212-4i 4-Port 6Gb/s SAS/SATA Host Bus Adapter. Designed for demanding server and workstation environments, this high-performance HBA provides a robust and reliable solution for connecting multiple SAS and SATA drives directly to your system. Whether you're building a software-defined storage solution, expanding your server's direct-attached storage, or enhancing your workstation's data capabilities, the LSI 9212-4i delivers the speed and flexibility you need. Experience seamless data transfers and unparalleled drive control, making it an essential component for any data-intensive application that requires direct access to individual drives.

Key Features:

• High-Performance Connectivity: Four internal 6Gb/s SAS/SATA ports ensure rapid data transfer rates, optimizing your storage performance and reducing bottlenecks.
• Broad Device Compatibility: Seamlessly connects to both SAS and SATA hard drives and solid-state drives (SSDs), offering maximum flexibility for your evolving storage needs.
• PCI Express 2.0 x8 Interface: Provides a high-bandwidth connection to your host system, ensuring efficient data flow and excellent overall system responsiveness.
• Direct Drive Access (HBA Mode): Ideal for software RAID solutions (like ZFS, FreeNAS, unRAID) and other applications requiring direct, granular control over individual drives without hardware RAID overhead.
• Reliable & Robust Design: Engineered by HP and LSI for continuous operation in critical environments, ensuring data integrity and system stability for your most important data.
• Compact Form Factor: Designed to fit into a wide range of server and workstation chassis, providing versatile installation options.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: HP
• Model/Part Number: H3-25257-00D (LSI 9212-4i)
• Controller Chipset: LSI SAS2008
• Host Interface: PCI Express 2.0 x8
• Internal Connectors: 1 x SFF-8087 (Mini-SAS)
• Ports: 4 Internal SAS/SATA
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6Gb/s per port
• Supported Devices: SAS Hard Drives, SATA Hard Drives, SAS SSDs, SATA SSDs
• Operating Modes: Initiator-Target (IT) Mode / HBA Mode
• Operating System Support: Windows, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and others (driver dependent)

Applications:

• Software-Defined Storage (SDS): Perfect for building high-performance ZFS, FreeNAS, unRAID, or other software RAID arrays where direct drive access is paramount.
• Direct Attached Storage (DAS): Expand the storage capacity of servers and workstations with reliable, direct connections to multiple drives for enhanced flexibility.
• Data Archiving & Backup: Create robust and scalable storage solutions for critical data retention and recovery strategies.
• High-Performance Workstations: Equip your professional workstation with the ability to handle multiple high-speed drives for demanding tasks such as video editing, CAD, and scientific computing.
• Server Storage Expansion: Add dedicated storage connectivity without the overhead of hardware RAID, ideal for specific application requirements or virtualized environments.