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Green PCIe x8 card with two internal SFF-8087 ports

LSI

LSI SAS 9211-8i 8-port 600MBps SATA+SAS PCIe 2.0

SKU CH-AG8Q-WSQHV

Eight-port SATA and SAS RAID controller with two SFF-8087 mini connectors on a PCIe 2.0 x8 interface

  • Eight internal ports at 600 MB/s each
  • PCI Express 2.0 x8 host interface
  • Two SFF-8087 Mini connectors for Sata and SAS drives
  • RoHS compliant controller for compliant builds

LSI SAS 9211-8i 8-port controller

The LSI SAS 9211-8i is an 8-port SATA and SAS host bus adapter that connects via a PCI Express 2.0 x8 slot. It delivers 600MBps per port through two internal SFF-8087 Mini SAS connectors. This card suits builders adding multiple hard drives or SSDs to a server or workstation without onboard SAS support. It is not for systems lacking a free PCIe x8 slot or for users needing external drive connections.

Thermals and power in normal use

The adapter runs at PCIe 2.0 speeds with eight lanes, keeping power draw modest for a RAID controller of this class. Passive cooling is sufficient in typical chassis airflow, so fan noise stays at the level of the case fans. No auxiliary power connector is required, simplifying installation in standard enclosures.

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Price $43.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I install the LSI 9211-8i into a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot and connect the SFF-8087 cables?

Insert the card into a PCIe 2.0 x8 slot, secure the bracket screw, then attach the two SFF-8087 Mini cables to the internal ports; the step often missed is fully seating the latch on each SFF-8087 connector so it clicks.

What maintenance will the LSI 9211-8i need over time?

Keep the heatsink fins clear of dust using compressed air every few months; the only replaceable part is the SFF-8087 cables if their latches wear out or the cables are damaged.

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