Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter

Interface: PCI Express Gen 4.0

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter is equipped with the latest PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface, providing users with enhanced speed and performance. This feature is of utmost importance for users who require fast and efficient data transfer rates, making it an ideal choice for demanding applications such as database management, virtualization, and high-performance computing.

Unmatched Speed and Bandwidth

The PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface offers double the bandwidth compared to its predecessor, Gen 3.0. With a throughput of up to 16 GT/s per lane, this adapter ensures lightning-fast data transfer rates, allowing for seamless multitasking and reducing latency.

Whether you are running resource-intensive applications or handling large amounts of data, the increased speed and bandwidth provided by the PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface ensure that your system can handle the workload efficiently.

Future-Proof Technology

Investing in a product that supports the latest technology is crucial to future-proofing your infrastructure. As more devices and components adopt the PCI Express Gen 4.0 standard, having a compatible RAID adapter ensures that you can seamlessly integrate new hardware without any bottlenecks or compatibility issues.

Upgrading to Gen 4.0 allows you to stay ahead of the curve and take advantage of advancements in storage technology, ensuring your system remains capable and efficient for years to come.

Improved Scalability

The increased bandwidth of the PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface enables better scalability options for your storage solution. With higher speeds, you can connect a larger number of drives without sacrificing performance.

This scalability is particularly beneficial for businesses that anticipate future growth or have expanding storage needs. By choosing a RAID adapter with PCI Express Gen 4.0, you can easily expand your storage capacity as your requirements evolve without compromising performance.

Efficient Data Management

Efficient data management is crucial for any organization, and the PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface plays a vital role in achieving this goal. The increased speed and bandwidth enable quicker data transfers, reducing the time required for backup and recovery operations.

Additionally, the improved performance allows for faster data processing, enhancing overall system responsiveness. This is especially advantageous in scenarios where real-time data analysis is necessary, such as financial institutions or scientific research facilities.

Enhanced Virtualization Performance

Virtualization has become a fundamental aspect of modern IT infrastructure, and the PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface greatly benefits virtualized environments. By providing higher bandwidth and reduced latency, it enables smoother virtual machine migrations, faster disk I/O operations, and improved overall performance.

With the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter, users can maximize their virtualization platform's capabilities and ensure that their virtualized workloads run seamlessly without any bottlenecks or slowdowns.

Reliability and Compatibility

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter is designed to deliver exceptional reliability and compatibility. It undergoes rigorous testing to ensure compatibility with Supermicro servers and storage systems, guaranteeing a seamless integration process.

By choosing a RAID adapter that is specifically designed for your server or storage system, you can have peace of mind knowing that it has been thoroughly tested and optimized for optimal performance and reliability.

Conclusion

The PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface of the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter offers users unmatched speed, bandwidth, and scalability. With its improved data transfer rates, future-proof technology, and seamless integration with Supermicro servers and storage systems, this adapter is an ideal choice for users who require high-performance storage solutions. Whether you are running resource-intensive applications, managing large amounts of data, or operating virtualized environments, the PCI Express Gen 4.0 interface ensures that your system can handle the workload efficiently and stay ahead of technological advancements.

RAID Levels Supported: 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, 60

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter supports a wide range of RAID levels, providing users with flexibility and reliability in their storage configurations. The ability to utilize different RAID levels ensures that users can choose the most suitable option based on their specific requirements.

Data Protection and Redundancy

The supported RAID levels - 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, and 60 - offer various levels of data protection and redundancy. This means that users can configure their storage arrays to meet their desired level of fault tolerance while optimizing performance and capacity.

RAID 0: Performance Optimization

RAID 0 (striping) does not provide any redundancy but focuses on maximizing performance by striping data across multiple drives. This level is ideal for applications that require high-speed data access and do not prioritize data redundancy.

RAID 1: Mirroring for Data Redundancy

RAID 1 (mirroring) duplicates data across two drives, providing data redundancy and ensuring that if one drive fails, the data can still be accessed from the other drive. This level is suitable for users who prioritize data protection and can tolerate a reduction in overall storage capacity.

RAID 10: Balanced Performance and Redundancy

RAID 10 combines the benefits of RAID 0 and RAID 1 by striping data across mirrored pairs of drives. This level offers both increased performance and data redundancy, making it an ideal choice for applications that require high-speed access and fault tolerance.

RAID 5: Cost-Effective Redundancy

RAID 5 distributes parity information across multiple drives, providing redundancy while optimizing capacity. This level offers a good balance between cost-effectiveness, performance, and data protection. If a single drive fails, the system can recover the lost data using the parity information stored on the remaining drives.

RAID 6: Enhanced Redundancy

RAID 6, similar to RAID 5, distributes parity information across multiple drives but with additional redundancy. This means that it can tolerate the failure of two drives simultaneously without losing any data. RAID 6 is recommended for users who require a higher level of fault tolerance and can sacrifice some storage capacity.

RAID 50: Performance and Redundancy Combination

RAID 50 combines the performance benefits of RAID 0 with the redundancy of RAID 5. It stripes data across multiple RAID 5 arrays, offering increased performance while maintaining fault tolerance. RAID 50 is particularly useful for applications that require both high-speed access and protection against drive failures.

RAID 60: Enhanced Performance and Redundancy

RAID 60 is a combination of RAID 0 and RAID 6, offering both high performance and enhanced redundancy. It provides fault tolerance against the simultaneous failure of two drives within each RAID 6 array, making it suitable for applications that demand maximum performance and reliability.

Flexible Storage Configuration

The support for multiple RAID levels in the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter allows users to configure their storage arrays according to their specific needs. Whether you require maximum performance, data redundancy, or a balance of both, this adapter offers the flexibility to create a storage solution tailored to your requirements.

Improved Data Availability

The different RAID levels supported by this adapter ensure improved data availability by providing fault tolerance against drive failures. This means that in the event of a drive failure, your data remains accessible, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

Optimized Performance

By utilizing the appropriate RAID level based on your workload, you can optimize the performance of your storage solution. Whether you prioritize speed or redundancy, the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter allows you to configure your arrays to achieve the desired balance between performance and data protection.

Port Count: 16

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter features a total of 16 ports, offering ample connectivity options for your storage needs. This high port count ensures that users can connect a large number of SAS/SATA drives, enabling scalable storage configurations.

Enhanced Storage Capacity

The 16 ports provided by this RAID adapter allow for extensive storage capacity. Users can connect multiple SAS/SATA drives, creating large storage arrays with the ability to accommodate vast amounts of data.

Scalability and Expandability

The high port count of the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter offers scalability and expandability options for your storage solution. With more ports available, you can easily add additional drives as your storage needs grow without having to invest in additional adapters or controllers.

Improved Performance

The 16 ports on this adapter enable parallel data transfer, enhancing overall performance by allowing multiple drives to access data simultaneously. This results in faster data processing and improved system responsiveness.

Efficient Cable Management

With a high port count, cable management becomes crucial to maintain an organized and efficient setup. The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter ensures that cable management is streamlined, reducing clutter and improving airflow within your system.

Flexibility in Drive Selection

The 16 ports provide users with the flexibility to choose from a wide range of SAS/SATA drives that best suit their storage requirements. Whether you need high-capacity drives for data-intensive applications or high-performance drives for demanding workloads, this adapter can accommodate your drive selection without limitations.

Conclusion

The 16-port configuration of the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter offers users enhanced storage capacity, scalability, and performance. With its extensive port count, users can connect multiple SAS/SATA drives, creating large storage arrays that can accommodate vast amounts of data. Additionally, the high port count ensures flexibility in drive selection and efficient cable management, making this adapter an ideal choice for users who require a robust and scalable storage solution.

Additional Features: Supports up to 16 SAS/SATA drives, Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, 60, Supports hot-swap functionality

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter is equipped with several additional features that further enhance its functionality and usability. These features include support for a large number of SAS/SATA drives, a wide range of RAID levels, and hot-swap functionality.

Support for Multiple Drives

This RAID adapter supports up to 16 SAS/SATA drives, providing users with extensive storage options. Whether you need high-capacity drives for data-intensive applications or high-performance drives for demanding workloads, this adapter can accommodate your needs without limitations.

Scalable Storage Configurations

The ability to connect multiple drives allows users to create scalable storage configurations. This means that as your storage requirements grow, you can easily add additional drives to expand your storage capacity without having to invest in additional hardware.

RAID Level Flexibility

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter supports a wide range of RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, 6, 50, and 60. This flexibility allows users to choose the most suitable RAID level based on their specific requirements for performance optimization and data redundancy.

Hot-Swap Functionality

The hot-swap functionality of this RAID adapter enables easy and convenient drive replacement without the need to power down the system. This feature is particularly beneficial in scenarios where continuous uptime is crucial, as it minimizes downtime during drive failures or upgrades.

Improved System Maintenance

Hot-swapping drives also simplifies system maintenance and upgrades. With the ability to replace drives on the fly, IT administrators can perform necessary maintenance tasks without disrupting the operation of the system, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

Redundancy and Data Protection

The hot-swap functionality, combined with the supported RAID levels, provides an additional layer of redundancy and data protection. In the event of a drive failure, hot-swapping allows for quick replacement, minimizing the risk of data loss and ensuring continuous availability of critical data.

Compatibility: Compatible with Supermicro servers and storage systems

The Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter is specifically designed to be compatible with Supermicro servers and storage systems. This compatibility ensures seamless integration and optimized performance within Supermicro environments.

Thorough Testing and Optimization

Supermicro rigorously tests their RAID adapters to guarantee compatibility with their servers and storage systems. These tests ensure that the adapter functions optimally within the Supermicro ecosystem, providing users with a reliable and efficient storage solution.

Peace of Mind

By choosing a RAID adapter that is compatible with your Supermicro server or storage system, you can have peace of mind knowing that it has been thoroughly tested and optimized for optimal performance. This compatibility eliminates potential compatibility issues and ensures a smooth integration process.

Streamlined Management

When using a RAID adapter that is specifically designed for Supermicro systems, the management and configuration of the adapter are seamlessly integrated into the existing management tools provided by Supermicro. This streamlines the administration process and simplifies the overall management of your storage solution.

Efficient Support and Troubleshooting

Having a RAID adapter that is compatible with Supermicro servers and storage systems allows for efficient support and troubleshooting. Supermicro's technical support team is well-versed in their products and can provide timely assistance for any issues or inquiries related to the RAID adapter.

Conclusion

The compatibility of the Supermicro AOC-S3916L-H16IR SAS PCI Express Gen 4.0 RAID Adapter with Supermicro servers and storage systems ensures seamless integration, optimized performance, and efficient support. By choosing a RAID adapter that is specifically designed for your Supermicro environment, you can have confidence in its reliability, streamlined management, and compatibility. This compatibility eliminates potential issues and ensures that your storage solution operates smoothly within the Supermicro ecosystem.