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9260-8I LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i PCIe x8 512MB Cache RAID Controller

SKU:
9260-8I
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • PCIe x8 RAID controller with 512MB cache
  • Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60
  • Eight internal SATA/SAS ports for high storage capacity
  • Enhances data redundancy and performance for server environments
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$114.33

Product Overview

The LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i RAID controller manages multiple SATA or SAS drives over a PCIe x8 interface, delivering reliable data protection and improved performance. It fits well in servers and storage systems where balancing speed and redundancy is important, supporting a range of RAID configurations to suit different storage needs.

General Information

Brand LSI Logic
Part Number 9260-8I
Alternate Part Number 9260-8I-03-CT

Technical Specification

Chipset LSI MegaRAID SAS ROC (SAS2108)
Host Interface PCI Express 2.0 x8
Data Rate 6 Gbps per port
RAID Levels RAID 0,RAID 1,RAID 5,RAID 6,RAID 10,RAID 50,RAID 60,RAID 1E,JBOD,Single Disk
Cache 512MB
Ports 8
Connectivity SAS,SATA
Compatibility Compatible with PCIe x8 slots; supports SAS and SATA drives; OS: Windows Server (2003/2008/2012+), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESX/ESXi (driver support required)

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor PCIe 2.0 x8 (low-profile / half-height with full-height bracket option)
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 LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i is a robust RAID controller designed to manage multiple hard drives through PCI Express x8 connectivity. Built for servers and storage arrays, it efficiently handles data with a 512MB cache to improve read and write speeds.

This RAID controller is commonly found in enterprise data centers and server rooms, where reliable storage management and data protection are critical. IT professionals and system administrators use it to set up and maintain RAID arrays that balance performance and redundancy.

Key Features

  • Offers a wide range of RAID levels including advanced options like RAID 60
  • 512MB onboard cache boosts data throughput and reduces latency
  • Eight internal SAS/SATA ports support a variety of drives and configurations
  • Supports online capacity expansion and RAID level migration for flexible storage management
  • Compatible with various operating systems for broad deployment options

Typically deployed in medium to large-scale server setups, the 9260-8i helps maintain data integrity and uptime. It plays a key role in environments where continuous access to stored data is essential, such as file servers, databases, and virtualization hosts.


Use Cases

The LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i RAID controller is commonly deployed in mid-sized server environments where data integrity and performance are critical. It is suitable for IT professionals managing storage arrays that require a balance of speed and redundancy, particularly in virtualization and database applications.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting virtualization hosts by providing reliable RAID configurations for multiple VM storage volumes in enterprise data centers.
  • Enabling small to medium business file servers to maintain data availability and fault tolerance through RAID 5 or 6 setups.
  • Integrating into hyper-converged infrastructure nodes to manage SAS/SATA drives for scalable storage clusters.
  • Deploying in remote or branch office server racks to protect critical business data with hardware RAID acceleration.
  • Enhancing database server storage performance and reliability by leveraging RAID 10 for high I/O workloads.

By delivering hardware RAID capabilities with robust cache management, the 9260-8i streamlines data handling and enhances throughput in environments that demand efficient storage scalability. Its support for various RAID levels allows tailored data protection strategies aligned with operational requirements.


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9260-8I LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i PCIe x8 512MB Cache RAID Controller
9260-8I LSI MegaRAID 9260-8i PCIe x8 512MB Cache RAID Controller
$114.33