nukeman Posted February 2, 2022 Share Posted February 2, 2022 I've finally ran out of onboard SATA ports and I'd like to add a controller card to my system. I'm using a SuperMicro X10SLH-F motherboard and have open "PCI-E 3.0 x8" and "PCI-E 3.0 x8 (in x16)" ports. I've read the recommendation thread and I'm looking for an 8 port controller card. Based on that post, I'm looking for "9207-8i, 9300-8i and newer" for PCI 3.0, since my ports are PCI 3.0, right? Does this seem like a reasonable option? IBM branded, us seller with good feedback, breakout cables included, $60. Or, this one is LSI branded for $20 more. This is an x10 board from 2015. I want to make sure I utilize the full ability of the hardware without buying something so new it's not compatible. Any other recommendations? Quote Link to comment
JorgeB Posted February 2, 2022 Share Posted February 2, 2022 3 minutes ago, nukeman said: I'm looking for "9207-8i, 9300-8i and newer" for PCI 3.0, since my ports are PCI 3.0, right? PCIe 2.0 models will also work and still have enough bandwidth for 8 disks, so if you can get one much cheaper it's a valid option. 4 minutes ago, nukeman said: Does this seem like a reasonable option? Yes, if it's flashed to LSI IT mode like mentioned in the listing. 5 minutes ago, nukeman said: Or, this one is LSI branded for $20 more. That's and older PCIe 2.0 model, but still a good option if it's cheaper. Quote Link to comment
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