Name: LSI00332 LSI 9286-8E 8-Port PCIe Gen3 SAS SATA RAID Controller
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: LSI00332
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The LSI 9286-8E 8-Port PCIe SAS MegaRAID Controller manages SAS and SATA drives through 8 external ports, fitting into server environments that demand reliable RAID configurations. It balances speed and data protection by leveraging PCIe Gen3 and advanced RAID levels, making it a practical choice for storage management in enterprise systems.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	LSI00332

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express 3.0 x8
Data Rate	6 Gb/s per port (SAS II)
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60,JBOD,Single Disk
Ports	8
Connectivity	SAS, SATA
Compatibility	Supports SAS and SATA HDD/SSD; compatible with Windows Server, Linux (RHEL/CentOS/SUSE/Ubuntu), VMware ESXi, FreeBSD; requires PCIe x8 slot

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Low-profile PCIe x8 RAID controller card
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The LSI 9286-8E is a robust RAID controller designed to manage multiple SAS and SATA drives efficiently. It is often found in servers and high-performance workstations to ensure data redundancy and improve storage reliability. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this controller simplifies complex RAID configurations while maintaining high throughput. It’s commonly used in environments requiring dependable data storage such as data centers, enterprise servers, and backup systems. Key Features Handles 8 external SAS ports with wide drive compatibility Delivers PCIe Gen3 speeds for quick data access and transfer Supports advanced RAID levels for versatile storage setups Features integrated RAID offloading to reduce CPU load Compatible with a range of server operating systems Typically deployed in server racks or storage arrays, this controller plays a crucial role in maintaining data integrity and uptime. Its ability to support multiple RAID configurations makes it adaptable to various storage needs without sacrificing performance.

Use Cases
The LSI00332 LSI 9286-8E 8-Port PCIe SAS MegaRAID Controller is typically deployed in enterprise and data center environments requiring robust external storage connectivity. It benefits IT professionals managing high-capacity storage arrays and virtualization workloads that demand reliable RAID protection and high throughput. How It's Used: Integrating with external SAS storage enclosures in data centers to support high-availability virtual machine storage pools. Enabling scalable storage for enterprise backup servers handling large datasets with RAID 6 configurations for fault tolerance. Supporting high-performance computing clusters in research facilities that require rapid data access and redundancy. Facilitating storage expansion in mid-sized businesses through external JBOD arrays connected over PCIe Gen3. Providing reliable RAID management for edge computing nodes that require local persistent storage with data protection. By delivering efficient RAID processing and extensive drive support, this controller enhances operational efficiency and scalability in demanding storage infrastructures. It ensures consistent performance and data integrity across diverse workloads, making it a key component in enterprise-grade storage architectures.

LSI00332 LSI 9286-8E 8-Port PCIe Gen3 SAS SATA RAID Controller

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases