Name: SAS9260-4I LSI Logic 6Gb/s 4-Port PCIe SAS RAID Controller 512MB Cache
Brand: LSI Logic
SKU: SAS9260-4I
Price: 124.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The SAS9260-4I is a 6Gb/s SAS RAID controller designed for servers and enterprise storage solutions. It connects multiple drives via four ports and offers onboard cache to enhance performance. This controller fits where reliable RAID configurations and fast data access are needed without complicating storage management.

General Information
Brand	LSI Logic
Part Number	SAS9260-4I

Technical Specification
Host Interface	PCI Express 2.0 x8
Data Rate	6 Gbps per port
RAID Levels	0,1,5,6,10,50,60
Cache	512MB
Ports	4
Connectivity	SAS,SATA
Compatibility	Supports SAS and SATA drives; compatible with x86 servers with PCIe slot; drivers available for Windows Server, Linux, VMware ESXi

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

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

Product Description
The SAS9260-4I by LSI Logic is designed to manage and accelerate your storage devices using a fast 6Gb/s SAS interface. It’s often found in servers and workstations where reliable and speedy access to data is essential. IT professionals and system builders use this controller to enhance storage performance and implement RAID configurations tailored to their needs. Key Features Four internal SAS ports provide connectivity for multiple drives 512MB cache memory helps boost read/write speeds Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for versatile data protection Uses PCIe 2.0 x8 interface for wide bandwidth and compatibility Built-in RAID management tools simplify setup and maintenance This controller is commonly deployed in data centers, enterprise servers, and high-performance computing environments where balancing speed and data integrity is crucial. It plays a key role in ensuring that storage arrays operate efficiently and data is safeguarded against drive failures.

Use Cases
The LSI Logic SAS9260-4I RAID controller is typically employed in server environments where high-throughput and reliable storage configurations are critical. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing enterprise data centers, virtualization hosts, or storage clusters requiring robust data protection and fast access. How It's Used: Facilitating high-performance storage arrays in virtualization servers to optimize I/O operations for multiple VMs. Implementing RAID configurations in SMB data centers to improve fault tolerance and maximize uptime. Supporting storage clusters in enterprise IT environments that demand consistent throughput and scalable capacity. Enabling edge computing nodes with resilient local storage to handle latency-sensitive workloads. Enhancing backup and archival servers with reliable RAID setups to safeguard critical data. This controller supports operational efficiency by delivering dependable RAID functionality alongside caching capabilities that reduce latency. Its compatibility with various RAID levels allows businesses to tailor storage performance and protection as their infrastructure evolves.

SAS9260-4I LSI Logic 6Gb/s 4-Port PCIe SAS RAID Controller 512MB Cache

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Specification

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

Product Description

Use Cases