12Gb/s External PCIe SAS/SATA HBA Card
Enhance your server's storage capacity with the 10Gtek 12Gb/s External PCIe SAS/SATA HBA Card. Featuring the reliable Broadcom SAS 3008 controller, this card is built for high-end servers and large storage environments. It provides eight external 12Gb/s SAS/SATA ports, capable of connecting up to 1024 devices. The PCIe 3.0 x8 interface ensures high-speed data transfer, making it an essential component for expanding your storage infrastructure with robust and efficient connectivity.
$122.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
980
/ 1154
#980 in Computer Interface Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Controller
3008
/ Broadcom's SAS
Who it's for
- High Data Transfer Rate (12Gb/s)
- Dual Protocol Support (SAS/SATA)
- External Storage Expansion Capability
Who should skip it
- Lack of Hardware RAID Functionality
- Driver and OS Compatibility Challenges
- Limited Enterprise-Grade Support
Key Specs
Controller
Broadcom's SAS 3008
Interface
PCIe 3.0 x8-lane
External Ports
Eight 12Gb/s SAS/SATA ports
Connector Type
2 mini-SAS HD connectors (SFF-8644)
SAS Data Rate Per Port
12G
SATA Data Rate Per Port
6Gb/s
System Interface Type
PCIe 3.0 8.0GT/s
Compatible Model
SAS 9300-8E
Features
- High-performance 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 connectivity
- Reliable Broadcom SAS 3008 controller
- Supports up to 1024 SAS/SATA devices
- Eight external SAS/SATA ports
- Fast PCIe 3.0 x8 interface
- Connects large-scale storage enclosures
- Supports both SAS and SATA protocols
What customers say
Customers highly value this HBA card for its exceptional price point compared to enterprise alternatives, delivering 12Gb/s speed effectively. Its compatibility, often leveraging known LSI chipsets, ensures smooth operation in Linux and FreeBSD environments for users building ZFS arrays. The primary trade off involves reliability and thermal management. A notable number of users report receiving nonfunctional units or experiencing early failures. Furthermore, the card runs hot, requiring active cooling for stability. While technically proficient users find the value outstanding after managing firmware flashing and heat, novice users face a higher risk and barrier to entry due to inconsistent quality control and limited official support.
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