Adaptec AEC-82885T 2283400-R 12Gb/s SAS Expander Card
The Adaptec AEC-82885T, part number 2283400-R, is a high-performance SAS Expander Card that enables the expansion of storage capacity for systems using 12Gb/s SAS architecture. Designed for scalability and flexibility, it offers 36 SAS lanes (28 internal and 8 external) and uses a PCIe 3.0 x4 host interface, providing seamless integration with a wide range of RAID controllers and HBAs.
Key Features of Adaptec AEC-82885T
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36-Port SAS Expansion
Offers a total of 36 SAS lanes, with 28 internal and 8 external ports, enabling connectivity to a broad array of drives and JBODs. -
12Gb/s SAS Performance
Delivers full-speed 12Gb/s per port to support high-throughput storage solutions in modern enterprise environments. -
PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 Interface
High-speed PCI Express interface ensures minimal latency and rapid communication with host systems. -
Expand Existing Storage Seamlessly
Easily connects to Adaptec Series 7, 8, and other SAS controllers to increase drive count and flexibility. -
Compatibility with SATA Devices
Fully supports SAS and SATA drives, enabling tiered storage configurations.
Technical Specifications: Adaptec AEC-82885T
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Adaptec AEC-82885T |
| Part Number | 2283400-R |
| Expander Ports | 36 total (28 internal, 8 external) |
| SAS Data Rate | 12Gb/s SAS (compatible with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s) |
| Host Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| SAS Connectors | Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643 and SFF-8644) |
| Device Support | SAS & SATA HDDs and SSDs |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Form Factor | Full-height PCIe card |
| Management | SES-2 and SGPIO |
Core Benefits
• High-Density Storage Expansion
Perfect for data centers and enterprise storage applications, allowing significant storage scaling without replacing existing controllers.
• Flexible Internal and External Connections
Connect internal drives within a server chassis or extend connectivity to external JBOD enclosures for modular growth.
• Investment Protection Adaptec AEC-82885T
Works with existing Adaptec RAID cards and controllers, protecting your current infrastructure investment while expanding capacity.
• Backward Compatibility
Supports older 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s SAS and SATA devices, giving you more flexibility when combining legacy and modern drives.
Use Case Scenarios
• Data Center Storage Scaling
Expand storage in server farms and data centers without the cost and complexity of replacing entire systems.
• JBOD & Enclosure Integration
Ideal for connecting external JBOD units in SAN, DAS, or backup environments with high throughput needs.
• Media & Archival Solutions Adaptec AEC-82885T
Support large-scale media archives or video surveillance systems where high-density, high-speed storage is critical.
• Virtualization & Cloud Storage
Enable flexible storage tiering and VM data pool expansion across large-scale deployments.
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