Adam Strickfaden

Manufacturer: Supermicro

  • Supermicro FAN 0118L4

    Supermicro FAN 0118L4

    High performance Supermicro fan found in a few of their 2U X11 servers.

    Notes

    • High-performance 80mm server cooling fan designed for Supermicro rackmount chassis.
    • Uses a 4-pin PWM-style connection for fan speed monitoring and control.
    • Designed for high-airflow server environments where component density requires strong cooling.
    • Commonly installed in the middle fan bank of Supermicro chassis.
    • Supermicro validated replacement fan for supported chassis platforms.
    • High RPM design provides strong airflow but produces significant acoustic noise.
    • Replacement should match the original fan specifications to maintain proper thermal performance and IPMI fan monitoring.
    • Compatible with Supermicro chassis fan assemblies using 80mm × 38mm high-performance fans.
  • Supermicro CBL-SAST-0593

    Supermicro CBL-SAST-0593

    This is a Mini SAS HD storage cable pulled from a Supermicro SYS-2029U-E1CRT server. 

    Notes:

    • Straight-through Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) to Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) cable.
    • Supports up to 4 SAS/SATA lanes per connector.
    • Commonly paired with Supermicro 12Gb/s SAS backplanes.
    • A single cable can connect up to 4 drives when used with a standard SAS backplane connection.
    • Designed specifically for internal server storage applications.
    • Not compatible with older Mini-SAS (SFF-8087) connectors without an adapter cable.
    • Supermicro also offers similar cables in different lengths, such as the CBL-SAST-0531 (80cm).
  • Supermicro SM-AOC-S3108L-H8iR Raid Controller

    Supermicro SM-AOC-S3108L-H8iR Raid Controller

    This is a Supermicro RAID controller based on the LSI 3108 RAID processor.

    Notes

    • Supermicro AOC-S3108L-H8iR is a 12Gb/s SAS 3 hardware RAID controller designed for Supermicro server platforms.
    • Based on the Broadcom / LSI SAS 3108 RAID processor.
    • Provides hardware RAID functionality with onboard cache.
    • Low-profile PCI Express add-on card.
    • Features 2 × internal Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) connectors.
    • Provides 8 internal SAS ports.
    • Supports:
      • SAS 12Gb/s
      • SAS 6Gb/s
      • SAS 3Gb/s
      • SAS 1.5Gb/s
      • SATA 6Gb/s
      • SATA 3Gb/s
    • RAID levels supported:
      • RAID 0
      • RAID 1
      • RAID 5
      • RAID 6
      • RAID 10
      • RAID 50
      • RAID 60
    • Includes 2GB DDR3 1866MHz onboard cache.
    • Supports optional cache protection using:
      • BTR-TFM8G-LSICVM02 CacheVault / SuperCap module
      • MCP-240-00127-0N mounting kit
    • Supports direct connection to SAS and SATA drives.
    • Can support up to 240 drives when used with compatible SAS expanders (configuration dependent).
    • Power consumption: approximately 23W.
    • Operating temperature: 0°C to 55°C.
    • Dimensions:
      • Length: approximately 6.6 inches
      • Height: approximately 2.71 inches
      • Weight: approximately 0.5 lb
    • Compatible cable types:
      • CBL-SAST-0532 — Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) internal cable
      • CBL-SAST-0550 — Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) internal cable
    • Intended for use in Supermicro server systems with compatible PCIe slots and backplanes.
    • Not an HBA-only adapter; this is a dedicated hardware RAID controller with onboard cache.
    • Commonly paired with Supermicro SAS3 backplanes and storage chassis.
    • Requires proper motherboard/server compatibility verification before installation.
  • LSI 55237-00 RAID battery

    LSI 55237-00 RAID battery

    This is a battery for a RAID controller commonly called the SuperCAP (or supercapacitor) by Supermicro. The battery is mounted to the chassis and attached to compatible raid controllers via cable.

    Notes

    • Uses supercapacitor technology instead of a traditional lithium-ion battery, providing improved reliability and a longer service life.
    • During a power failure, the capacitor supplies enough power for the RAID controller to transfer cached write data to onboard non-volatile flash memory.
    • Once power is restored, the RAID controller automatically restores the cached data from flash memory.
    • Designed for LSI MegaRAID CacheVault RAID controllers and is not compatible with older Battery Backup Unit (BBU) systems.
    • Often found with LSI MegaRAID 9361, 9364, 9380, and other CacheVault-enabled RAID controllers.
    • Requires the appropriate CacheVault cable and mounting location within the server chassis.
    • Does not provide power to the RAID controller itself; it only provides temporary power for cache protection during power loss.
    • Common replacement part for failed or depleted CacheVault capacitor packs.
    • Also referenced by part number L3-00099-01 by some vendors.
  • Supermicro CBL-SAST-0972 NVME Cables

    Supermicro CBL-SAST-0972 NVME Cables

    This is a set of OCuLink cables pulled from a Supermicro SYS-2029U-E1CRT server. They connect to the backplane with a Mini SAS HD connector and then to the motherboard with OCuLink. They provide a direct connection to the PCIe system for NVME drives.

    Notes:

    • Connects an OCuLink (SFF-8611) host port to a MiniSAS HD (SFF-8643) NVMe backplane.
    • Designed for PCIe x4 (NVMe) storage connectivity.
    • Supports connection to up to four NVMe SSDs through a compatible NVMe backplane.
    • Not compatible with SAS or SATA devices. Although it uses an SFF-8643 connector, it carries PCIe/NVMe signals only.
    • Not interchangeable with standard MiniSAS HD SAS/SATA cables.
    • Passive cable with no signal conversion; both the motherboard/controller and backplane must support the same NVMe interface.
    • Commonly used in Supermicro servers equipped with OCuLink-enabled motherboards and NVMe backplanes.
    • Validated by Supermicro for systems including SYS-4029GP-TRT, SYS-4029GP-TRT2, and SYS-4029GP-TRT3.