Adaptec AEC-82885T – SAS/SATA Expander for up to 36 Drives
The Adaptec AEC-82885T is a PCI-Express-x8 expander that significantly increases the number of SAS or SATA drives that can be connected to a server or storage system. It enables operation of up to 36 hard drives or SSDs via a single host connection.
Expands a single host bus adapter to up to 36 internal and external SAS/SATA ports for maximum storage capacity.
The PCI-Express-x8 interface ensures high data transfer rates for demanding storage environments.
Offers flexible installation options thanks to support for Full-Height and Low-Profile slots.
The combination of 28 internal and 8 external ports allows connection of a wide variety of drives inside the chassis and in external enclosures.
24 months of manufacturer warranty provide long-term investment security.
What sets the Adaptec AEC-82885T apart
The expander uses SFF-8643 and SFF-8644 connectors, which enable a reliable and high-density connection to SAS/SATA drives. As a pure expander without integrated RAID functionality, it works transparently with your existing RAID controller or host bus adapter.
Ideal for...
This expander is the right choice for IT administrators and system integrators who want to cost-effectively expand the storage capacity of a server or storage solution. It is suitable for building high-availability and backup systems with a large number of drives.
How to use the Adaptec AEC-82885T
Install the expander in a free PCI-Express-x8 slot in your server. Then connect your internal drives via the SFF-8643 connectors and external enclosures via the SFF-8644 connectors. The expander is recognized by your system once the corresponding driver is installed.
Adaptec is a manufacturer of storage solutions and accessories for servers and storage systems. Adaptec products are known for their reliability and performance in the enterprise sector. They offer solutions for expanding and managing storage capacities.
The Adaptec AEC-82885T is a SAS/SATA expander that connects to a server via a PCI-Express-x8 interface and increases the number of manageable drives to up to 36.
The expander has 28 internal ports with SFF-8643 connectors and 8 external ports with SFF-8644 connectors.
No, the AEC-82885T is a pure expander without integrated RAID functionality. It works with a separate RAID controller or host bus adapter.
The expander supports both Full-Height and Low-Profile slots and can therefore be installed in most server chassis.
The Adaptec AEC-82885T comes with a 24-month manufacturer warranty.
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