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Adaptec ASR-81605ZQ 12Gb/s SAS PCI Express Raid Controller
- 12Gb/s SAS interface
- PCI Express (PCIe) interface
- Supports advanced RAID levels (0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60)
- High-performance RAID-on-Chip (ROC) technology
- Supports up to 240 drives (with expanders)
- Optimized for SSDs and HDDs
- Includes battery backup unit (BBU) support for data protection
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Product Overview
The Adaptec ASR-81605ZQ is a high-performance 12Gb/s SAS RAID controller card utilizing the PCI Express interface. It is designed for demanding enterprise environments requiring robust data protection, high throughput, and advanced RAID capabilities.
Technical Information
| Interface | 12Gb/s SAS, PCI Express |
| Ports | Typically 8 internal/external ports (specific configuration may vary) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
Additional Specifications
| Controller Type | SAS RAID Controller |
| Data Transfer Rate | 12Gb/s per lane |
Product Description
The Adaptec ASR-81605ZQ represents a significant leap in storage performance and reliability, leveraging the latest 12Gb/s SAS technology over a PCI Express interface. This controller is built for enterprise-class applications where data integrity, speed, and scalability are critical. Its advanced RAID-on-Chip (ROC) architecture offloads complex RAID calculations from the host CPU, ensuring maximum system performance even under heavy I/O loads. The controller supports a comprehensive suite of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexibility to balance performance, redundancy, and capacity requirements. Designed to handle the demands of modern data centers, the ASR-81605ZQ is optimized for both traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) and high-speed Solid State Drives (SSDs). It offers extensive drive support, capable of managing up to 240 drives when paired with SAS expanders, making it suitable for large-scale storage arrays and high-density server configurations. The controller's robust feature set includes advanced error handling, data scrubbing, and hot-swapping capabilities, ensuring continuous operation and data protection against drive failures. Furthermore, the ASR-81605ZQ typically supports Battery Backup Units (BBUs) or Cache Protection Modules (CPMs), which safeguard data in the controller's cache during unexpected power outages. This feature is crucial for preventing data loss and corruption in mission-critical environments. With its high throughput, advanced RAID features, and extensive scalability, the Adaptec ASR-81605ZQ is a powerful solution for demanding storage applications, including virtualization, databases, and high-performance computing.
