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Cisco HX-SAS-M5 | 12G Modular SAS HBA | up to 16 drives

SKU:HX-SAS-M5

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Description

Modular 12G SAS host bus adapter supporting up to 16 drives for direct-attach storage in compatible servers. A solid choice for expanding local capacity in virtualization and software-defined/hyperconverged deployments.

Features

- 12Gb/s SAS bandwidth for fast storage access
- Connects up to 16 SAS/SATA drives
- Modular form factor for compatible servers
- Optimized for SDS and hyperconverged applications
- Direct-attach architecture for low latency and reliability

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Q: What is the maximum number of drives?
A: Up to 16 drives, depending on the server backplane and expander configuration.

Q: Are SATA drives supported?
A: Yes. SAS HBAs generally support both SAS and SATA media—verify compatibility with your server/backplane.

Q: Does this card provide RAID?
A: It is intended as a pass-through HBA for direct-attach storage. Use a dedicated RAID controller if hardware RAID is required.

Q: Is cabling included?
A: Typically sold as the HBA only. Internal SAS cables are usually provided with the server/backplane or purchased separately.

Q: What are the installation requirements?
A: Requires a compatible modular bay/slot and matching backplane connectors as per your server’s hardware guide.

Technical Specifications

- Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
- Drive connectivity: up to 16 SAS/SATA drives (subject to backplane/fan-out)
- Form factor: modular HBA for compatible server bays
- Use case: DAS expansion for virtualization and HCI nodes
- Compatibility: requires supported server/backplane and appropriate internal SAS cabling

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