Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 3204-8i/e 4GB SAS/NVMe controlador RAID 8 puertos PCIe x8 24 Gbps perfil bajo

The Microchip Adaptec SmartRAID 3204-8i/e is a high-performance RAID controller designed for enterprise storage environments. It combines SAS and NVMe support with 8 internal/external ports, delivering up to 24 Gbps data transfer rate per port. With 4GB cache memory and PCIe x8 host interface, this controller ensures reliable data protection and accelerated performance for demanding applications.

Advantages

This controller offers advanced RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 10, 50, JBOD) and features like hot-swap support, online capacity expansion, and RAID level migration. The low-profile form factor fits into space-constrained servers, while the included drivers and manual simplify installation.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring high-speed storage connectivity
• Data centers needing mixed SAS and NVMe support
• Applications demanding high availability and data redundancy

Key specifications

• Host Interface: PCIe x8
• Data Transfer Rate: 24 Gbps per port
• Supported Storage Drive Interfaces: SAS, NVMe
• RAID Levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, 50, JBOD
• Cache Memory: 4 GB
• Form Factor: Low Profile
• Internal Ports: 8 (SAS/NVMe)
• External Ports: 8 (SAS/NVMe)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this controller with enterprise-grade SSDs or HDDs. Ensure your server has an available PCIe x8 slot and adequate cooling. Refer to the manual for detailed installation and configuration instructions.