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Product Overview |
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The Dell 92GD6 Broadcom 9305-16I controller offers 16 high-speed internal SAS ports tailored for servers requiring direct device access without RAID. It fits into systems needing wide storage connectivity, particularly in enterprise or data center settings where speed and scalability are key. |
General Information |
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| Brand | Broadcom |
| Part Number | 92GD6 |
Technical Specification |
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| Chipset | Broadcom (LSI) SAS3008 |
| Host Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x8 |
| Data Rate | 12 Gb/s per port (SAS-3, 12Gb/s) |
| RAID Levels | Non-RAID (HBA) |
| Cache | None |
| External Interface | None |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers; Windows Server (2008/2012/2016/2019), RHEL/CentOS, SUSE Linux (SLES), VMware ESXi, FreeBSD; supports SAS and SATA drives; backward compatible with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s SAS/SATA |
Physical Characteristics |
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| Form Factor | PCI Express 3.0 x8 card, low-profile / half-height (full-height bracket may be included) |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Miscellaneous |
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| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL |
Product Description |
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The Dell Broadcom 9305-16I SAS controller manages multiple high-speed SAS drives within server environments, supporting fast and efficient data transfers. Often found in data centers and enterprise servers, this controller facilitates direct connection to storage devices without RAID functionality, making it suitable for setups where RAID is managed elsewhere or not needed. Built for IT professionals and system administrators who require high port density and reliable internal connectivity, this controller fits seamlessly into Dell servers, providing a straightforward way to expand internal storage capabilities. Key Features
This controller is typically deployed in server racks where dense storage configurations are needed without hardware RAID overhead. It plays a critical role in environments prioritizing raw storage access speed and simplified device management, such as virtualization hosts or large-scale backup servers. |
Use Cases |
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The Dell 92GD6 Broadcom 9305-16I SAS controller is typically implemented in enterprise data centers and high-performance server environments where direct access to multiple SAS storage devices is critical. It suits organizations that prioritize storage scalability and throughput over RAID-based redundancy, enabling streamlined management of large-scale storage arrays. How It's Used:
This controller enhances operational efficiency by delivering high-speed connectivity and broad device support in complex storage topologies. Its design enables scalable storage expansions and consistent performance for workloads requiring direct SAS access, making it a practical choice for evolving enterprise storage architectures. |