LANPAN 9207-8i HBA PCIe 3.0 x8 8‑Port SAS SATA Card

Description

Product Overview

The LANPAN 9207-8i is a high‑grade Host Bus Adapter built around the LSI SAS2308 controller, delivering eight 6 Gbps SAS/SATA ports through a PCIe 3.0 ×8 slot. Housed in a compact low‑profile bracket, the card weighs just 10.5 oz and measures 9.57 × 7.44 × 1.73 in, making it suitable for dense server and workstation builds. It operates in HBA IT mode, providing pure pass‑through without RAID overhead, which is essential for modern file systems like ZFS and storage solutions such as TrueNAS, unRAID, Proxmox, and ESXi. The package includes two SFF‑8087 to 4× SATA breakout cables for direct connection to SATA drives; SAS drives require separate SFF‑8087 to 4× 8482 SAS cables.

Usage

Designed for home‑lab enthusiasts, small‑business NAS deployments, and DIY storage servers, the 9207‑8i excels in environments where low latency and direct drive access are critical. Whether building a ZFS pool for data integrity, configuring a TrueNAS scale system, or expanding a Proxmox hypervisor storage backend, this HBA offers the flexibility to attach up to eight drives directly or scale out via external SAS expanders for larger arrays. Its Linux‑compatible firmware ensures seamless integration with popular open‑source storage platforms.

Why Choose Us

LANPAN leverages the proven LSI SAS2308 silicon, guaranteeing industry‑standard reliability and firmware stability. The card ships with a clean IT‑mode firmware, eliminating unnecessary RAID processing and delivering true JBOD performance. Our quality assurance includes thorough testing on multiple Linux distributions and virtualization platforms, ensuring plug‑and‑play operation. Additionally, the included SATA breakout cables simplify initial setup, while detailed documentation accelerates deployment for both novice and experienced users.

Key Features

• Eight 6 Gbps SAS/SATA ports via two Mini‑SAS SFF‑8087 connectors
• PCIe 3.0 ×8 interface for maximum bandwidth and low latency
• IT mode firmware for pure JBOD passthrough, ideal for ZFS and TrueNAS
• Compact low‑profile design fits 1U and 2U chassis
• Includes two SFF‑8087 to 4× SATA breakout cables for immediate deployment

FAQ

Can this card be used with SAS drives?

Yes, the 9207‑8i supports SAS drives, but you must use separate SFF‑8087 to 4× 8482 SAS breakout cables, which are sold separately.

Is RAID functionality available?

The card ships in IT mode, providing direct‑attach (JBOD) functionality only. RAID can be enabled by flashing to a RAID firmware, but this is not recommended for ZFS or similar file systems.

What operating systems are supported?

The HBA is compatible with Linux distributions, FreeBSD, and virtualization platforms such as ESXi, Proxmox, and Hyper‑V when using appropriate drivers.

How many drives can I connect without an external expander?

Directly, you can connect up to eight drives using the included SATA breakout cables. For larger configurations, an external SAS expander can be added.

Does the card require additional power connectors?

No external power is needed; the card draws all required power from the PCIe slot.