Name: H5-25515-00 LSI Logic 4-Port 12Gb/s SAS Host Bus Adapter PCIe 3.0 x8 LP
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: H5-25515-00
Price: 799.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The H5-25515-00 LSI Logic SAS Host Bus Adapter offers four 12Gb/s SAS ports through a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, fitting into low-profile slots. It works in servers and workstations to link SAS storage devices efficiently, making it a practical choice for building or upgrading storage infrastructure that demands stable and fast connections.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	H5-25515-00

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	12Gbps SAS
Port Count	4-Port (Quad)
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Connector Type	Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644)
Chipset / Controller	LSI SAS3008
Network Topology	Point-to-Point
Bracket Height	Low Profile (Half Height)

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 PCIe
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This host bus adapter is designed to connect servers or workstations to SAS storage devices, offering fast and reliable data transfers. Often found in data centers and enterprise environments, it facilitates efficient communication between the system and multiple SAS drives. Built for IT professionals managing storage arrays, it helps improve data throughput and scalability in demanding setups. Its compatibility with PCIe 3.0 ensures ample bandwidth for intensive workloads. Key Features Four SAS ports enabling multiple device connections High-speed 12Gb/s SAS protocol supports rapid data access PCIe 3.0 x8 slot provides sufficient data lanes for performance Low-profile design fits compact server chassis Compatible with various SAS and SATA drives Commonly deployed in storage arrays, RAID configurations, and server expansions, this adapter helps maintain smooth data flow. It plays a critical role in environments requiring reliable storage connectivity without sacrificing speed.

Use Cases
The LSI Logic H5-25515-00 SAS Host Bus Adapter is commonly deployed in enterprise and data center environments where high-throughput and reliable SAS connections are critical. It is ideal for IT professionals managing storage arrays or expanding storage capabilities in servers requiring low-profile hardware solutions. How It's Used: Integrating SAS-based storage arrays in rack-mounted servers to support virtualization workloads in enterprise IT. Expanding storage connectivity for SMB data centers that require scalable and high-speed data access. Implementing backup and archival solutions in remote office environments with space-constrained server chassis. Linking high-performance storage clusters for data analytics applications demanding consistent 12Gb/s bandwidth. Facilitating disk expansion in workstation setups focused on video editing and large file manipulation. By providing multiple high-speed SAS ports in a compact form factor, this adapter enhances the operational efficiency of storage systems. It supports scalable infrastructure growth and maintains throughput performance critical to demanding data workloads.