Innocard
Innocard GD9805A SFF-8654 8i PCIe 4.0 to U.3 Dual Port with +12V Hot Swap Power Controller
Converts SlimSAS 8i to dual U.3 ports with 12V hot-swap power controllers and eFuse protection for server and HBA applications
- ColorBlack
- Changer TypeSlimSAS 8i to U.3 Daul port Adapter
- Converts U.3 dual ports to SlimSAS 8i for PCIe 4.0 connectivity
- Built-in 12V hot-plug power with 6.5A current limit and eFuse protection
- Compliant with NVM Express 1.4 and PCIe 4.0 specifications
- LED indicators show power-ready and active status per port
- Supports Broadcom 95xx Tri-Mode adapters with BP_TYPE and CPRSNT signal handling
Adapter Function & Target Use
The Innocard GD9805A connects a SlimSAS 8i host interface to two U.3 NVMe drive bays. It is built for server and HBA installations that require PCIe 4.0 connectivity with integrated hot-swap power management.
Suitable Builds & Limitations
This adapter suits administrators adding U.3 storage to Broadcom 95xx tri-mode controllers using the SlimSAS 8i link. It does not suit systems lacking a compatible SlimSAS 8i port or builds that require single-port U.2 connectivity without the integrated 12 V eFuse power circuitry.
Key Deciding Specification
The adapter provides dual U.3 SFF-8639 ports with a programmable 6.5 A current limit and back-to-back FET operation for each 12 V hot-plug circuit. This specific power-controller design determines whether the card can safely support the target SSDs during insertion and removal.
Highlights
- Converts U.3 dual ports to SlimSAS 8i for PCIe 4.0 connectivity
- Built-in 12V hot-plug power with 6.5A current limit and eFuse protection
- Compliant with NVM Express 1.4 and PCIe 4.0 specifications
- LED indicators show power-ready and active status per port
- Supports Broadcom 95xx Tri-Mode adapters with BP_TYPE and CPRSNT signal handling
Specifications
| Brand | Innocard |
|---|---|
| Model | GD9805A |
| Color | Black |
| Changer Type | SlimSAS 8i to U.3 Daul port Adapter |
Questions about this item
What does the PCIe 4.0 rating mean once this adapter is installed in a server?
The adapter passes PCIe 4.0 signals from a SlimSAS 8i host connector to two U.3 drive bays, so each NVMe SSD can run at Gen 4 speeds without a protocol conversion layer.
Which SlimSAS standard governs the 8i connector pin-out on this board?
The 8i connector follows SFF-9402 Rev 1.1 pin-out, matching Broadcom 95xx Tri-Mode RAID and HBA adapters for direct cabling.
What clearance and power connections are required to mount the card and run the U.3 hot-swap bays?
The board plugs into a standard PCIe slot; each U.3 port draws up to 6.5 A from the on-board 12 V eFuse controller, so no external power cables are needed.
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