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.

Part Number

  • SM-AOC-S3108L-H8iR

Compatible Servers