LSI SAS 9300-16e - User Manual

Need help?

Do you have a question about the LSI SAS 9300-16e and is the answer not in the manual?

Overview

Key Features
Technical Specifications
Environmental and Atmospheric Limits
Operating System Support
Certifications and Safety Characteristics
Installation and Maintenance

The LSI SAS 9300-16e PCI Express to 12Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Host Bus Adapter (HBA) is designed to provide high-performance external storage connectivity for servers and workstations. This device leverages two LSI SAS 3008 controller chips and a PCI Express switch to offer robust interconnection capabilities. It supports sixteen lanes of 12Gb/s SAS connectivity, paired with eight lanes of PCIe 3.0 8Gb/s performance. The HBA is built on the Fusion-MPT™-architected LSI SAS 3008 controller, incorporating the latest advancements in both PCIe 3.0 and 12Gb/s SAS technologies. The firmware for the HBA is stored on onboard Flash memory.

Key Features:

Controller: Implements two LSI SAS 3008 eight-port 12Gb/s SAS to PCIe 3.0 controllers.
PCIe Performance: Supports eight-lane, full-duplex PCIe 3.0 performance, offering up to 64Gb/s in a single direction and 128Gb/s in dual direction.
External Ports: Provides sixteen external 12Gb/s SATA+SAS ports.
Link Rates: Supports SATA link rates of 3Gb/s and 6Gb/s, and SAS link rates of 3Gb/s, 6Gb/s, and 12Gb/s.
Connectors: Features four x4 external mini-SAS HD connectors (SFF-8644).
Cable Support: Compatible with passive copper cable, active copper cable, and optical cable.
Device Support: Can support up to 1024 SATA or SAS end devices.
Form Factor: Offered with a full-height bracket.
Indicators: Includes two heartbeat LEDs (CR3 and CR4) that blink green to indicate general activity.

Technical Specifications:

Memory: Equipped with two 4-M × 16-bit Flash ROMs for storing firmware and BIOS.
PCIe Interface: The HBA supports a x8 interface through its edge connector (EC1), which provides connections on both the top (EC1 B) and bottom (EC1 A) of the board, conforming to PCIe specifications.
SAS-3 Interface: The LSI SAS 3008 controller chip integrates SATA+SAS functionality.
- Half Duplex Performance:
  - Narrow port (one lane): 1200 MB/s
  - Wide port (four lanes): 4800 MB/s
- Full Duplex Performance:
  - Narrow port (one lane): 2400 MB/s
  - Wide port (four lanes): 9600 MB/s
Physical Dimensions: The board measures 6.6 inches by 4.4 inches, with component height on both sides adhering to the PCIe specification.
Power Connectors: Includes a 6-pin PCIe auxiliary power connector (J5).
Maximum Power Requirements (Normal Operation):
- PCIe 12.0 V: 2.35 A
- PCIe 3.3 V: 0.13 A
- Passive cable, nominal: 28.6 W

Environmental and Atmospheric Limits:

Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C (32 °F to 131 °F) (dry bulb).
Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% noncondensing.
Maximum Dew Point Temperature: 32 °C (89.6 °F).
Minimum Airflow:
- 220 LFPM at 35 °C inlet temperature
- 270 LFPM at 45 °C inlet temperature
- 350 LFPM at 55 °C inlet temperature
Storage and Transit Temperature: -45 °C to +105 °C (−49 °F to +221 °F) (dry bulb).
Storage and Transit Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% noncondensing.

Operating System Support:

The LSI 12Gb/s SAS HBA supports major operating systems including Windows, Linux Red Hat, Linux SuSE® Enterprise Server (SLES), Solaris, and VMware. For specific software versions and device driver support, users should refer to the LSI website. For Solaris support, the HBA is compatible with Solaris 10, which includes a built-in Oracle driver, eliminating the need for a separate LSI driver installation. Users requiring further information on the Oracle Solaris 10 driver or installation should consult the Oracle support website.

Certifications and Safety Characteristics:

All LSI 12Gb/s SAS HBAs meet or exceed UL flammability rating 94V-0. Each bare board is marked with the supplier's name or trademark, type, and UL flammability rating. As these boards are installed in a PCIe bus slot, all voltages remain below the SELV 42.4-V limit. The design minimizes electromagnetic emissions, susceptibility to radio frequency energy, and the effects of electrostatic discharge.

The HBA complies with the following integrated electromagnetic interference (EMI) standards:

CE mark
CISPR Class B
C-Tick mark
Canadian Compliance Statement
FCC Class B (with FCC Self-Certification logo)
Japan VCCI
Korean KCC
Taiwan BSMI

It also adheres to the following environmental directives:

RoHS
WEEE

Installation and Maintenance:

Installation involves unpacking the HBA in a static-free environment and inspecting it for damage. Before installation, it is crucial to back up all data to prevent loss. The computer must be turned off, and the power cord disconnected from the power supply to avoid electrical shock. After removing the chassis cover, users should check the mounting bracket and replace it with a low-profile bracket if required for their system. The HBA is then inserted into an available x8 PCIe slot, aligning it correctly and pressing gently but firmly to seat it. The bracket is secured to the chassis with a screw or system retention mechanism.

Once the HBA is installed in the slot, SAS cables are connected between the HBA's SFF-8644 external mini-SAS HD connectors and the SAS enclosure containing SATA or SAS devices. The cable should have an external mini-SAS HD connector (SFF-8644) on one end for the HBA and an appropriate connector for the enclosure on the other. After cabling, the chassis cover, power cords, and any network cables are reconnected, and the system can be powered on.

For technical assistance with installation, configuration, or operation, users can contact LSI Technical Support via email (support@lsi.com) or phone (1-800-633-4545 for North America, or 00-800-5745-6442 internationally). Additional support resources are available on the LSI website (www.lsi.com/support).