Name: LSI00301 LSI Logic 6Gb/s 8-Port SAS PCIe 3.0 HBA Controller
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: LSI00301
Price: 84.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The LSI Logic LSI00301 is a PCIe 3.0 SAS HBA that delivers eight 6Gb/s SAS ports for connecting storage drives. It fits into server and storage systems to provide reliable, high-speed access to multiple SAS devices, making it an essential component in many enterprise storage setups.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	LSI00301

Technical Information
Protocol	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Data Rate	6Gbps SAS
Bus Interface	PCIe 3.0 x8
Connector Type	Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8644)
Network Topology	Point-to-Point
Bracket Height	Both Brackets Included

Advanced Features & Compatibility
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15, Solaris, AIX

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
The LSI Logic LSI00301 is a SAS HBA (Host Bus Adapter) designed to connect multiple storage devices to a server or workstation. It provides eight 6Gb/s SAS ports through a PCIe 3.0 x8 interface, enabling fast and reliable data communication between the host system and attached drives. Often found in data centers and enterprise servers, this HBA is built for managing large arrays of hard drives or SSDs. IT professionals and system builders typically use it when they require consistent performance and scalable storage options. Key Features Eight 6Gb/s SAS ports allow connection of multiple drives PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures fast host communication Supports various RAID levels and JBOD setups Compatible with wide range of server and storage systems Firmware options enable advanced management and monitoring This card is usually deployed in enterprise storage arrays or servers requiring reliable SAS connectivity. It helps maintain high throughput while supporting a variety of storage configurations, making it practical for data-heavy workloads.

Use Cases
The LSI Logic LSI00301 6GB 8Port SAS PCIe 3.0 HBA is primarily deployed in environments requiring scalable and high-throughput storage connectivity. IT professionals managing enterprise servers and storage arrays benefit from its capability to handle multiple SAS drives efficiently, supporting demanding workloads with reliability. How It's Used: Data centers deploying extensive storage clusters for virtualization environments needing high-speed SAS connectivity. Enterprise IT departments integrating multiple SAS drives in rack-mounted servers for database and analytics applications. SMB networks upgrading storage infrastructure to support RAID configurations for enhanced data protection and performance. Cloud service providers implementing JBOD setups to scale storage capacity seamlessly in multi-tenant architectures. High-performance computing facilities connecting large arrays of SAS drives to optimize data throughput for complex computational tasks. By enabling robust SAS connectivity with PCIe 3.0 bandwidth, this HBA enhances operational efficiency and scalability in storage networks. It facilitates streamlined data access across multiple SAS devices, aligning with the demands of modern enterprise workloads and storage strategies.