The MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i controller card delivers unmatched RAID performance and RAID data protection for the most demanding next-generation server and storage platforms. It supports critical, high-bandwidth applications with PCI-e 3.0 connectivity, and delivers up to 12Gbps data transfer rates. The CacheVault Flash cache protection module and advanced drive diagnostic technology provides enterprise-class data protection and security. Thanks to the included eight internal 12Gbps SATA and SAS ports, connection to 128 SATA or SAS drives has never been easier. Plus, it also supports the LSI Advanced Software options.
- SuperspeedPowered by the LSISAS3108 dual-core ROC, the 9361-8i controller boasts the latest PCI Express 3.0 and 12Gbps SAS technology. It offers high-speed data transfer rate of up to 12Gbps, allowing the SAS infrastructure to deliver bandwidth that can fully utilize that of PCI Express 3.0 with a single controller card.
- Enterprise Data ProtectionThe MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i supports the most popular RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60) and accessories. It features CacheVault Flash cache protection module to strengthen the data protection capabilities. It also employs the advanced drive diagnostic technology. When a physical drive fails, the drive is placed in shield state, and the MegaRAID controller starts drive diagnostics to determine if the drive is indeed failed or can be restored. This saves customers time, money, and lost compute time associated with transient drive failures and unnecessary drive returns.
- Easy connectionThe MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i comes complete with eight internal 12Gbps SATA+SAS ports, making it easy to connect up to 128 SATA and SAS drives. It offers 1GB DDRIII cache memory.
- Support for Advanced Software OptionsThanks to the support for LSI advanced software options, the MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i can provide system integrators and VARs with enhanced performance and data protection capabilities. These software options help enable end users to address key business challenges while helping deliver a higher return on their IT investments. MegaRAID CacheCade Pro 2.0 software (optional) and MegaRAID Fast Path software (included) boost transactional I/O performance of solid state disk configurations, while SafeStore software enables enhanced data protection and security when used with encryption capable devices.