Name: 03GX465 Lenovo 440-8i 12Gb SAS/SATA PCIe Gen4 Host Bus Adapter for ThinkSystem
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 03GX465
Price: 933.90 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 440-8i Host Bus Adapter provides fast and reliable 12Gb SAS/SATA connectivity designed specifically for Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. It fits into the PCIe Gen4 slot, allowing for high-bandwidth storage expansion that suits data-intensive environments without compromising on compatibility or performance.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	03GX465
Alternate Part Number	03GX465-12-HU

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	12Gbps SAS
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 4.0 x8
Generation	Gen 4
Connector Type	Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644)
Network Topology	Point-to-Point

Advanced Features & Compatibility
Management Features	Boot from SAN
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Lenovo 440-8i Host Bus Adapter boosts server storage performance by connecting multiple SAS and SATA drives via a 12Gb/s interface. It’s built for ThinkSystem servers, providing reliable and fast data transfer for demanding storage tasks. IT professionals and system administrators often find this adapter useful for expanding and optimizing storage configurations in data centers or enterprise environments. Key Features Offers 12Gb/s SAS and SATA connectivity for improved storage throughput Utilizes PCIe Gen4 to maximize bandwidth with compatible motherboards Supports up to 8 internal ports for multiple drive connections Compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers to ensure seamless integration Designed to enhance data reliability and reduce bottlenecks in storage arrays This adapter is typically deployed in server racks where high-speed access to storage is critical, such as virtualization, database management, or large file storage. It helps maintain smooth operations by enabling faster read/write speeds and supporting a variety of storage devices within Lenovo’s enterprise solutions.

Use Cases
The 03GX465 Lenovo 440-8i Host Bus Adapter is commonly deployed in enterprise IT and data center environments where high-throughput and reliable storage connectivity are critical. It is particularly suited for organizations running Lenovo ThinkSystem servers requiring enhanced storage scalability and performance for demanding workloads. How It's Used: Integrating high-speed SAS/SATA storage arrays in enterprise rack server deployments for virtualization platforms. Expanding storage capacity in data centers managing large-scale database applications and analytics workloads. Supporting high-availability configurations in storage clusters for financial services and healthcare IT systems. Enabling rapid data transfer and backup processes in remote office or branch office environments with Lenovo server infrastructure. Facilitating edge computing solutions that require compact yet powerful storage connectivity within Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. By providing robust 12Gb SAS/SATA connectivity via PCIe Gen4, this adapter enhances operational efficiency and supports scalable storage architectures. It ensures consistent performance for workloads demanding quick data access and transfer, helping IT teams maintain service levels across diverse deployment scenarios.