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- In Stock: 16
- Manufacturer: Lenovo
- Model or Part: 01KN500
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Lenovo 430-8i 8-Port SAS/SATA 12Gb HBA (model 01KN500) delivers high-performance connectivity for enterprise storage arrays, servers and workstations. Designed as a host bus adapter, it translates PCIe lanes into eight independent SAS or SATA links, enabling fast, reliable access to both high-capacity HDDs and high-speed SSDs. Its low-profile form factor fits easily into standard server chassis, while the robust firmware ensures stable operation in demanding data-center environments.
Key Features
- Eight external ports supporting SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 6Gb/s devices
- PCIe 3.0 x8 interface for maximum bandwidth and low latency
- Full support for RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 and JBOD configurations via host software
- Hot-plug capable for seamless drive replacement without downtime
- Advanced error detection and correction to protect data integrity
- Energy-efficient design with low power consumption per port
Technical Specifications
- Model number: 01KN500
- Form factor: Low-profile PCIe 3.0 x8 card
- Port type: 8 x SAS/SATA (mixed mode)
- Supported link speeds: SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s
- Maximum aggregate throughput: 96Gb/s (12Gb/s per port)
- Operating temperature: 0 to 45 degrees Celsius
- Power draw: Approx 12W typical
- Compatible operating systems: Windows Server 2012 and later, Linux distributions with appropriate driver support
Typical Applications
- Enterprise storage servers requiring high-density drive connectivity
- Virtualisation hosts that need fast access to shared storage pools
- Backup and archival systems that combine HDD capacity with SSD performance
- High-performance computing clusters that rely on low-latency data paths
- Data-center consolidation projects that replace multiple adapters with a single 8-port solution