Sans Digital ARC-1226-8X PCIe SAS RAID Host Adapter
The Sans Digital ARC-1226-8X is a high-performance PCIe 2.0 x8 SAS RAID host adapter engineered for enterprise-grade storage solutions. Supporting up to 8 SAS/SATA 6G devices, this SAS RAID controller delivers exceptional reliability and performance for demanding server environments. Built on the proven RAID kernel technology from Sans Digital's external RAID systems, the ARC-1226-8X provides broad OS compatibility including Windows, Mac, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and Solaris—making it ideal for virtualized infrastructure, high-availability servers, and mission-critical applications.
Key Features
- PCIe 2.0 x8 interface for high-speed data transfer
- Supports up to 8 SAS/SATA 6G devices in single adapter
- Enterprise-grade RAID kernel technology
- Multi-OS compatibility: Windows, Mac, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, Solaris
- Optimized for server RAID, virtualization, and backup applications
- Proven reliability for supercomputing and streaming workloads
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
SANS DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY INC. |
| Part Number |
HA-SAN-ARC1226X |
| Model |
ARC-1226-8X |
| Interface |
PCIe 2.0 x8 |
| Device Support |
Up to 8 SAS/SATA 6G devices |
| Supported Operating Systems |
Windows, Mac, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, Solaris |
| Application Class |
Server RAID, Virtualization, Backup, Supercomputing |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a PCIe SAS RAID host adapter used for?
A PCIe SAS RAID host adapter like the ARC-1226-8X connects multiple SAS/SATA drives to a server, enabling RAID configurations for improved performance, redundancy, and data protection. It's essential for server RAID solutions, virtualization platforms, and high-availability storage systems.
How many drives can the Sans Digital ARC-1226-8X support?
The ARC-1226-8X supports up to 8 SAS/SATA 6G devices, allowing flexible RAID configurations from RAID 0 through RAID 6 depending on your redundancy and performance requirements.
Is the ARC-1226-8X compatible with virtualization environments?
Yes, the SAS RAID controller is fully compatible with VMware and other virtualization platforms, making it ideal for server virtualization, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise data centers requiring reliable storage I/O.
What operating systems does this RAID adapter support?
The ARC-1226-8X supports Windows, Mac, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and Solaris, providing exceptional flexibility for heterogeneous IT environments and mixed-OS deployments.
