Adaptec
Adaptec 5405 RAID Controller Kit
Enhance your system's storage capabilities with the Adaptec RAID 5405 Controller Card. This card supports a wide range of RAID levels, including 0, 1, 1E, 5, 5EE, 6, 10, 50, 60, and JBOD, offering flexibility for various data management needs. It features 4 internal SATA/SAS ports via a Mini SAS connector and boasts 256MB of DDR2 cache memory for improved performance. The card is designed for compatibility with multiple operating systems and offers robust management features through Adaptec Storage Manager. Its low-profile form factor makes it suitable for a variety of chassis.
$85.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
451
/ 1154
#451 in Computer Interface Cards & Adapters
Price vs Category Average
-85%
Below average
RAID levels
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Who it's for
- Robust Data Integrity
- Versatile Drive Support
- Enhanced Write Speed Safety
Who should skip it
- Limited Modern Throughput
- Significant Thermal Output
- Complex Setup and Management
Key Specs
RAID levels
0, 1, 1E, 5, 5EE, 6, 10, 50, 60, JBOD
Internal Connectors
1 x SFF-8087 Mini SAS
Interface
PCI-Express x8
Transfer Rate
3 Gb/s per port
Cache Memory
256MB of DDR2 memory
Dimensions
2.5" H x 6.6" L, MD2 Low-Profile
Operating Systems Supported
Microsoft Windows, Red Hat Linux, SUSE Linux, SCO OpenServer, UnixWare, Sun Solaris, FreeBSD, VMware ESX
Features
1.2GHz Dual Core RAID on Chip (ROC), Adaptec Storage Manager, Copyback Hot Spare management features, RoHS compliant
Features
- Supports a wide array of RAID levels for flexible data protection and performance.
- Enables connection of multiple SATA or SAS drives, expandable up to 256 with expanders.
- Features a 1.2GHz Dual Core RAID on Chip (ROC) for efficient processing.
- Includes Adaptec Storage Manager for comprehensive management.
- Supports Copyback Hot Spare for enhanced data redundancy.
- RoHS compliant for environmental responsibility.
- Low-profile design fits in various server and workstation chassis.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Adaptec 5405 for its exceptional reliability, noting its robust performance in demanding server environments. The card is a workhorse, offering enterprise level features like solid throughput and optional battery backup support. While initial setup and driver configuration can be slightly challenging, the long term stability and high quality components make it an outstanding value proposition, especially for users seeking professional grade RAID functionality without the high cost of newer models. It remains a trusted solution for stable data management.
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