Feature: 1. FAST TRANSFER: The LSI 9300 8e RAID controller card supports high performance 12Gb/s SAS data transfer rates for fast signaling and high bandwidth applications. 2. 8 PORTS: The LSI 9300 8e RAID controller card features eight 12Gb/s SAS+SATA ports to connect up to 1024 non RAID SAS SATA devices. 3. WIDELY USED: The 12G External PCIe SAS SATA HBA controller card features a flexibly designed storage architecture that supports connecting a large number of SAS or SATA end devices in an external chassis. 4. SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: Compatible with various operating systems including for Windows, for Linux (SUSE, Red Hat), for Solaris, for VMware, for FreeBSD. 5. PRACTICAL AND RELIABLE: The 12G External PCIe SAS SATA HBA controller card offers a simple appearance and reliable connectivity for a variety of server and storage needs. Specification: Item Type: LSI 9300 8e RAID Controller Card Material: PCB Host Bus Type: X8 Lane PCI Express 3.0 Supported Devices: 1024 Non RAID SAS SATA Devices External Connectors: 2 x Micro SAS HD SFF8644 Data Transfer Rate: 12GB/s Operating System Support: for Windows, for Linux (SUSE, Red Hat), for Solaris, for VMware, for FreeBSD. Package List: 1 x LSI 9300 8e RAID Controller Card