Name: H3-25427-02H LSI Logic 9207-8E 8-Port 6Gb/s SAS EXT HBA PCIe 3.0
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: H3-25427-02H
Price: 89.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The LSI Logic H3-25427-02H 9207-8E host bus adapter offers eight external SAS ports designed to connect storage devices to servers efficiently. It fits into PCIe slots to provide high-speed communication with external storage, commonly used in data centers and enterprise storage setups to facilitate reliable and scalable storage management.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	H3-25427-02H

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	6Gbps SAS
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Connector Type	Mini-SAS (SFF-8088)
Chipset / Controller	LSI SAS2008 (used in 9207-8e)
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, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low Profile, Single-slot
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The LSI Logic 9207-8E host bus adapter is designed to connect multiple SAS and SATA storage devices to a server system, providing robust and reliable data transfer capabilities. Often found in data centers and enterprise storage arrays, it facilitates fast communication between the system and external storage enclosures. Built for IT professionals managing large volumes of data, this adapter supports high-performance storage configurations and is commonly used in environments requiring scalable and dependable storage solutions. Key Features Eight external SAS ports supporting 6Gb/s speeds each Compatible with a wide range of SAS and SATA drives Utilizes PCIe 3.0 for faster data throughput Supports RAID configurations for data protection Includes firmware and driver support for various operating systems This adapter is typically deployed in enterprise servers and storage arrays where multiple external drives need to be managed efficiently. Its role is crucial in maintaining the performance and reliability of storage systems, especially in scenarios where high availability and speed are essential.

Use Cases
The LSI Logic H3-25427-02H 9207-8E 8Port SAS EXT Host Bus Adapter is commonly deployed in enterprise IT environments requiring robust external storage connectivity. It is especially suited for data centers and storage servers that manage large volumes of high-throughput data and demand scalable, reliable SAS connectivity. How It's Used: Connecting high-performance storage arrays in enterprise data centers to optimize data flow and reduce bottlenecks. Enabling external SAS expansion in virtualization clusters where multiple server nodes access centralized storage. Supporting storage area networks (SANs) in mid-size to large organizations for consolidated data management. Facilitating high-availability storage configurations in rack-mounted servers for mission-critical workloads. Integrating with SATA and SAS drives in archival or backup servers that require efficient external connectivity. By providing multiple external SAS ports with PCIe 3.0 compatibility, this adapter enables scalable storage architectures and efficient data transfer rates. This supports operational efficiency in environments where rapid access to external storage devices is essential for workload performance and data integrity.