Microsemi SmartHBA 2100-4I4E

Product Description

Microsemi SmartHBA 2100-4I4E Host Bus Adapter Card (PCA-00393-22-C)

This is a Microsemi SmartHBA 2100-4I4E host bus adapter (HBA), part number PCA-00393-22-C, designed for flexible server storage connectivity. Featuring 4 internal and 4 external SAS/SATA ports, it supports both backplane and external storage expansion, making it ideal for mixed storage environments, server upgrades, or JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks) configurations.

Key Specifications:

• Model: Microsemi (formerly Adaptec) SmartHBA 2100-4I4E

• Part Number: PCA-00393-22-C

• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8 (backward compatible with x4/x8 slots)

• Port Configuration:

  • 4 internal SAS/SATA ports (via SFF-8643 or SFF-8087 mini-SAS connector)

  • 4 external SAS/SATA ports (via SFF-8644 or SFF-8088 mini-SAS connector)

• Data Rate: 12 Gb/s per port (SAS 3.0 / SATA III)

• Function: Host Bus Adapter (HBA) – provides direct pass-through storage access (non-RAID)

• Compatibility: Supports SAS and SATA HDDs/SSDs; drivers for Windows, Linux, VMware

Why This HBA Is Versatile:

• Dual Connectivity: Internal ports for direct backplane/server drive connections; external ports for connecting to disk shelves, JBODs, or tape libraries.

• High-Speed Performance: 12 Gb/s SAS 3.0 ensures maximum throughput for SSDs and high-RPM drives.

• Enterprise Proven: Microsemi/Adaptec reliability in data center environments.

Applications:

• Server Storage Expansion: Add both internal and external drive capacity to rackmount servers or workstations.

• JBOD/DAS Connectivity: Connect external storage enclosures for direct-attached storage (DAS) solutions.

• Homelab & Virtualization: Ideal for VMware ESXi, Proxmox, or Hyper-V hosts requiring flexible storage.

• Data Migration/Backup: Use external ports for temporary high-speed connections to backup arrays.

Important Notes:

• This is an HBA, not a RAID card. It provides direct drive access (IT Mode) without hardware RAID functionality.

• Cables not included. Internal (SFF-8643/8087) and external (SFF-8644/8088) SAS cables must be purchased separately.

• Verify compatibility with your server’s PCIe slot and operating system.