Name: 8708EM2 LSI Logic 8-Port PCIe x8 3Gb/s RAID Controller
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: 8708EM2
Price: 72.18 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 8708EM2 LSI MegaRAID 8-Port PCIe x8 RAID Controller manages up to eight drives with support for multiple RAID levels, offering a solid balance between performance and data protection. It fits into server environments where reliable storage management is needed without putting extra strain on system resources.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	8708EM2
Alternate Part Number	8708EM2-03-CT

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCIe x8
Data Rate	3Gb/s per port
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,JBOD
Ports	8
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
Compatibility	SAS and SATA HDD/SSD; requires PCIe x8 slot; drivers available for Windows Server, Linux, VMware (vendor drivers required)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The 8708EM2 RAID controller is built to manage and safeguard data across multiple drives efficiently. It’s commonly used in servers and storage arrays where reliable RAID configurations are essential for performance and data integrity. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on this controller to optimize storage setups, balancing speed and redundancy. Key Features Handles RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, and more for versatile configurations PCI Express x8 interface ensures high-bandwidth connectivity Supports up to eight SAS or SATA drives simultaneously Offers hardware-based RAID processing to reduce CPU load Includes advanced data protection features like RAID rebuild and error recovery This RAID controller is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise servers where large volumes of data require dependable storage solutions. Its role in maintaining data integrity and improving access speeds makes it a critical component in business environments that demand uptime and data security.

Use Cases
The 8708EM2 LSI Logic 8-Port PCIe x8 RAID Controller is well suited for deployment in server and storage arrays where robust data integrity and flexible RAID configurations are essential. It is particularly beneficial for IT professionals managing medium to large-scale storage environments requiring efficient RAID management with minimal overhead. How It's Used: In enterprise data centers to optimize storage performance and redundancy for virtualization workloads. Within SMB server rooms to consolidate multiple drives and ensure data protection in business-critical applications. For storage clusters supporting database servers that demand consistent throughput and fault tolerance. In remote office environments where centralized storage management and scalable RAID solutions reduce maintenance complexity. As part of rack-mounted servers handling mixed workloads with varied RAID requirements for flexibility. This RAID controller facilitates operational efficiency by enabling scalable, high-throughput storage configurations while maintaining data integrity. Its adaptability to diverse RAID levels and hardware environments supports evolving storage demands in complex IT infrastructures.

8708EM2 LSI Logic 8-Port PCIe x8 3Gb/s RAID Controller

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General Information

Technical Specification

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