Name: LSI00200 LSI Logic 8-Port 6Gb/s PCIe SAS RAID Controller MegaRAID 9240-8I
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: LSI00200
Price: 230.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The LSI Logic MegaRAID 9240-8I is a PCIe SAS RAID controller that consolidates multiple drives into reliable storage arrays. It's typically used in servers to improve performance and protect data through various RAID configurations, fitting well in business and enterprise storage systems.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	LSI00200

Technical Specification
Chipset	LSI SAS2108 (MegaRAID ROC)
Host Interface	PCIe 2.0 x8
Data Rate	6Gb/s per SAS port
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,1E,JBOD
Cache	512MB DDR2
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
Compatibility	Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Linux (RHEL/CentOS/SLES), VMware ESXi, servers with PCIe x8 slot

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low Profile PCIe (half-height)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The LSI Logic MegaRAID 9240-8I is designed to manage multiple storage drives efficiently, combining them into a single logical unit for better performance and reliability. Commonly used in servers and workstations, it handles data storage tasks that require high availability and speed. This controller is built for IT professionals and system administrators who need robust RAID management in data center or enterprise environments. It provides flexibility in configuring drives, allowing users to optimize for speed, redundancy, or a balance of both. Key Features Delivers up to 6Gb/s per port for fast data transfers Compatible with a wide range of SATA and SAS drives Supports advanced RAID levels to protect against drive failures Includes hardware RAID engine to reduce CPU overhead Offers management tools for easy array configuration and monitoring This RAID controller is often found in medium to large-scale storage setups, including database servers and virtualization platforms. It helps maintain data integrity while enhancing read/write speeds in demanding applications. Its role in the storage infrastructure is crucial for maintaining uptime and preventing data loss, making it a dependable choice for IT environments requiring stable and scalable storage solutions.

Use Cases
The LSI Logic MegaRAID 9240-8I serves as a critical component in environments where data integrity and system uptime are paramount. It caters to IT professionals managing mid-sized to large-scale storage infrastructures requiring reliable RAID configurations and high throughput for mixed workload demands. How It's Used: In enterprise data centers to manage high-density storage arrays supporting virtualization platforms with diverse I/O workloads. Within SMB server deployments to consolidate multiple SATA and SAS drives, enhancing data protection and improving storage resilience. In remote or branch office setups where scalable and dependable RAID solutions enable local data caching and redundancy. For video editing suites requiring accelerated access to large datasets through hardware RAID acceleration on PCIe interfaces. In hyper-converged infrastructure nodes where balanced performance and fault tolerance are essential for distributed storage clusters. By integrating hardware-based RAID acceleration and broad drive compatibility, this controller supports efficient storage management across diverse IT infrastructures. Its scalability and reliability help maintain operational continuity and optimize throughput in demanding enterprise and SMB environments.

LSI00200 LSI Logic 8-Port 6Gb/s PCIe SAS RAID Controller MegaRAID 9240-8I

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases