LSI Logic 9280-8E MegaRAID 6GB 8-Port SAS PCI-Express RAID

The LSI Logic 9280-8E MegaRAID is a high-performance external RAID controller delivering enterprise-grade storage management through 8 external SAS ports with 6Gb/s throughput per port. This PCI-Express card supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, enabling flexible data protection and performance optimization for demanding server environments. Key features include 512MB DDR3 cache with optional battery backup for enhanced data integrity, support for up to 128 devices, and advanced management through LSI’s StorCLI and MegaRAID Storage Manager software. The controller excels in scalability with hot-swappable drive support, automatic failover capabilities, and compatibility with both SAS and SATA drives. Ideal for data centers, virtualization environments, and high-availability applications requiring robust external storage expansion, reliable data protection, and superior I/O performance.