Lenovo 7Y37A01085 RAID Adapter

Overview

The Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID 930-16i 4GB Flash adapter, model 7Y37A01085, is a PCIe 3.0 x8 host bus adapter designed to provide high-performance storage connectivity for servers. It leverages the LSI SAS3516 controller to deliver 12Gbps SAS connectivity, enabling support for up to 16 SAS/SATA drives. This adapter is suitable for direct-attached storage configurations where robust RAID capabilities are required for internal drives, such as in high-availability server environments or workstations needing fast access to local storage pools.

Compatibility

This adapter is designed for use within Lenovo ThinkSystem servers. Specific compatibility extends to models within the ThinkSystem line that support low-profile, full-height half-length PCIe 3.0 x8 cards and require a 16-port SAS/SATA interface. It is intended for systems that can accommodate its form factor and power requirements. Refer to your specific server model's documentation for confirmed slot compatibility.

Installation Notes

The RAID 930-16i utilizes four Mini-SAS HD x4 (SFF-8643) connectors, requiring appropriate cabling to attach to your drive backplanes. It supports SAS, SATA, HDD, SED, and SSD drive types. The adapter supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 50, 6, and 60, offering flexibility in data protection and performance configurations. It includes 4GB of standard cache with CacheVault protection for enhanced data integrity.