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Green PCIe RAID card, silver bracket, 6.57 by 2.52 inches

Adaptec

Adaptec 2304400-R SmartRAID 3101E-4I RAID controller

SKU CH-NXF8-FENKM MPN 2304400-R

A SAS RAID controller for laptops and PCs measuring 6.57 by 2.52 inches

  • Product formatClassic
  • Power over EthernetClassic
  • Power details,
  • Temperature range,
  • Product weight4 lb (1.81 kg)
  • SAS interface connects drives directly
  • 3101E-4I model handles RAID arrays
  • 57 x 2.52 inch card fits standard slots
  • Adaptec 2304400-R part number ensures exact replacement
  • New condition delivers factory-fresh reliability

Adaptec SmartRAID 3101E-4I controller

This Adaptec SmartRAID 3101E-4I controller adds hardware RAID capability to a server or workstation using a SAS interface. It is built for IT administrators who need reliable array management for internal storage drives. The card uses a classic full-height bracket and fits a standard PCIe slot. It is supplied new from Microchip Storage Solutions.

Suits admins needing internal SAS RAID

This card suits administrators who want to configure RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 or 10 on SAS hard drives or SSDs inside a rack or tower chassis. It is not for systems that lack a full-height PCIe slot. It is not for builds that require external drive enclosures. It is not for users who need RAID on interfaces other than SAS.

SAS hardware interface

The single specification that decides fit is the SAS hardware interface. Your drives and backplane must use SAS connectors to work with this controller. Verify that the host system provides a compatible PCIe slot for the classic form factor before purchasing.

How it compares

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Price $263.99
Pricier than about 58% of the 219 comparable items (median $155.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAdaptec
Model name2304400-R
Part number2304400-R
Power
Power over EthernetClassic
Power details,
Size & build
Product weight4 lb (1.81 kg)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size200 × 200 × 110 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature range,
More details
Product formatClassic

Questions about this item

Will the 6.57 x 2.52 inch board fit my low-profile server chassis?

The card measures 6.57 by 2.52 inches and uses a classic bracket, so verify your chassis supports full-height half-length PCIe slots before ordering.

Which slot and cable type are required to install the SmartRAID 3101E-4I?

Insert the controller into an x8 PCIe slot and connect internal SAS cables to the four onboard ports; the step often missed is seating the card fully so the bracket screw aligns.

Does the 2304400-R have a battery or flash module that will need replacement later?

The unit ships without a backup battery or flash module, so no scheduled replacement is required unless you add an optional ZMCP module separately.

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