Name: 27NFF Dell LSI SAS 9207-8i 8-Port 6Gb/s SAS/SATA PCIe 3.0 Host Bus Adapter
Brand: Dell
SKU: 27NFF
Price: 103.04 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell LSI SAS 9207-8i PCIe 3.0 x8 Host Bus Adapter enables fast, reliable connections between servers and multiple SAS or SATA drives. It fits neatly into internal server configurations, providing the interface needed to manage data across several drives efficiently. This card is designed to support demanding storage environments where stable throughput and broad compatibility are necessary.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	27NFF

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	6Gbps SAS
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Generation	Gen 6
Connector Type	Mini-SAS (SFF-8088)
Chipset / Controller	LSI SAS2308
Network Topology	Point-to-Point
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

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

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
This Dell LSI SAS 9207-8i Host Bus Adapter provides reliable connectivity between your server and storage drives. It’s commonly used in data centers or enterprise environments where high-speed, stable connection to multiple SAS or SATA drives is essential. Built for IT professionals and system integrators, it helps manage extensive storage configurations efficiently. You’ll often find it installed in servers or storage enclosures to improve data throughput and system performance. Key Features Offers dual Mini-SAS SFF-8087 ports accommodating up to 8 internal drives Supports PCIe 3.0 x8 for enhanced bandwidth and reduced latency Compatible with both SAS and SATA hard drives and SSDs Includes advanced RAID and non-RAID data management capabilities Designed to work seamlessly with Dell server hardware This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise storage setups where reliable and scalable drive connectivity is required. It plays a crucial role in optimizing server storage performance without adding complexity.

Use Cases
The Dell LSI SAS 9207-8i Host Bus Adapter is commonly deployed in data center and enterprise storage environments where high throughput and reliable connectivity to multiple SAS or SATA drives are critical. IT professionals managing virtualization clusters, storage arrays, or high-performance servers benefit from its robust interface and broad compatibility. How It's Used: Integrating high-capacity SAS drives in virtualization infrastructure within enterprise IT data centers. Enhancing storage performance in mid-sized server racks used for transactional databases and analytics workloads. Connecting multiple SATA and SAS drives in edge computing nodes to support localized data processing and caching. Facilitating expansion of storage arrays in SMB environments requiring scalable and efficient drive management. Supporting backup and archival systems by linking high-density drives in remote office server configurations. This adapter improves operational efficiency by enabling stable, high-speed connectivity in storage-dense setups, allowing for scalable growth and consistent performance. Its compatibility with diverse server platforms ensures adaptability across evolving infrastructure demands.