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LSI 9211-8i SAS HBA IT Mode P20 Flashed

SKU CH-A693-VNHMG

SAS host bus adapter flashed to IT mode firmware P20 for ZFS and unRAID compatibility

  • Ready for ZFS and unRAID with IT firmware P20
  • Eight native 6 Gbps SAS lanes for multi-drive arrays
  • Full-height ventilated bracket fits standard server chassis
  • Flashed and tested with BIOS 07.39 for reliable boot
  • LSI 9211-8i chipset delivers proven initiator-target performance

LSI 9211-8i SAS HBA for storage arrays

This LSI 9211-8i host bus adapter arrives flashed to IT mode firmware version P20 20.00 07.00 with MPTSAS2 BIOS 7.39. It presents eight internal SAS lanes for direct drive attachment without RAID abstraction. The card targets builders assembling ZFS FreeNAS or unRAID servers who need initiator-target behaviour. Standard full-height brackets are included for typical server chassis.

Eight SAS lanes and firmware headroom

Eight 6 Gbps SAS lanes provide aggregate bandwidth for multiple hard drives or SSDs in a parity array. The P20 IT firmware exposes every drive to the operating system so ZFS can manage redundancy and scrubbing directly. Performance scales with drive count until the PCIe 2.0 x8 host bus saturates under heavy sequential workloads. Very large drive counts or all-flash pools may exceed the available bus throughput.

PCIe 2.0 x8 slot and bracket clearance

Installation requires a PCIe 2.0 x8 or larger slot and a case that accepts a full-height bracket. No auxiliary power connector is present so the slot supplies all current. The ventilated bracket aids airflow in dense drive enclosures. Builders using low-profile or half-height chassis cannot fit this bracket without a separate adapter.

Highlights

  • Ready for ZFS and unRAID with IT firmware P20
  • Eight native 6 Gbps SAS lanes for multi-drive arrays
  • Full-height ventilated bracket fits standard server chassis
  • Flashed and tested with BIOS 07.39 for reliable boot
  • LSI 9211-8i chipset delivers proven initiator-target performance

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Will the 9211-8i IT mode P20 card work with my existing 6 Gbps SAS drives?

Yes, the LSI 9211-8i supports 6 Gbps SAS connectivity across all eight lanes, so your current drives will operate at their rated speed.

How can I confirm the card is running the correct IT mode firmware after installation?

During POST the card displays firmware version 20.00.07.00 and MPTSAS2 BIOS ROM version 07.39.02.00, confirming the P20 IT mode flash.

Does the 9211-8i include cables or drive brackets, or must I buy them separately?

The card ships with a ventilated full-height bracket installed; SAS breakout cables and drive mounting hardware are not included and must be purchased separately.

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