Intel RAID Controller RS2BL080 6 Gb/S SAS SATA PCI-E X8 Connector 8-Port Windows

Powered by LSI MegaRAID* Technology

The Intel® RAID Controller RS2BL080, a first-generation 6Gb/s SAS adapter incorporating LSI MegaRAID* technology, offers unprecedented performance with exceptional data protection and design flexibility. Features including LSI’s SAS2108 6Gb/s RAID on Chip (ROC) silicon and a native

PCI Express* 2.0 architecture allows for significant performance gains for both 3Gb/s and 6Gb/s drive-based solutions. Data protection and availability are enhanced by new features including Decision Feedback Equalization for greater signal integrity, enhanced diagnostics, and more robust error reporting. 

All Intel RAID solutions are validated across multiple platforms with Intel® boards, chassis, and systems. Customized training, as well as Intel® service and support, makes Intel the one source for customers seeking data protection, increased productivity, and simplified IT.

Features:

1. Embedded 512 MB 800 MHz cache (ECC DDR2 memory) to efficiently store data in transition
2. Speaker to deliver audible alerts
3. Two SFF8087 SAS/SATA connectors for up to eight internal ports
4. x8 PCI Express* 2.0 interface for fast communication with the server board
5. LSI SAS2108 ROC controller providing SAS 2.0 compliance including 6Gb/s data transfer
6. Two internal cables with SFF8087 connectors that expand to four individual

Specification:

• RAID Levels and Spans: RAID Levels 0, 1, 5, and 6; RAID Spans 10, 50, and 60
• Data Protection Feature Highlights: Online Capacity Expansion, Hot-Spare Support – Global & Dedicated, Single Controller Multipathing (Failover) Enclosure Management, Background Consistency Checking, Patrol Read for Media Functionality, S.M.A.R.T. Support
• Intel® RAID Software: Intel® RAID Web Console 2; Intel® RAID Command Line Tool; Intel® RAID Flash Utilities
• Self-Encrypting Drive Support: Optional “DE” (Disk Encryption) model includes SafeStore* Encryption Services with Instant Secure Erase and Local Key Management
• I/O Processor: LSI SAS2108 ROC running at 800 MHz
• Drive Types: SAS 6Gb/s, SAS 3Gb/s or SATA 3Gb/s
• Maximum Drives: Up to 32 physical devices supported
• Connectors: Two SAS SFF8087 x4 SAS internal connectors
• Cache Memory: Embedded 512 MB at 800MHz
• PCI Interface: x8 PCI Express* 2.0
• BBU Support: Optional Intel® Smart Battery AXXRSBBU7
• Form Factor: Low profile, MD2 (6.6” X 2.536”)
• Data Transfer Rates: Up to 6Gb/s per port
• Operating Temperature: Maximum ambient: 50°C (45°C with optional BBU)
• Operating Voltage: +3.3 V