SANS DIGITAL ARC-1886X SAS RAID Host Adapter
The ARC-1886X SAS RAID host adapter is a high-performance PCIe 4.0 x8 solution engineered for enterprise server environments requiring massive storage scalability. This SAS expander adapter delivers exceptional throughput and reliability for demanding applications including virtualization, supercomputing, near-line backup, and streaming infrastructure. With support for up to 256 12G SAS or 6G SATA devices per port, the ARC-1886X provides the connectivity and performance your data center demands.
Key Features
- PCIe 4.0 x8 interface for maximum bandwidth and compatibility
- Supports up to 256 12G SAS and 6G SATA devices per port
- Dual-core RAID onboard processor for advanced data protection
- SAS expander technology for seamless device expansion
- Optimized for server RAID solutions and enterprise storage
- Cross-platform compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, Solaris
- Ideal for virtualization, web servers, supercomputing, and security systems
- Reliable performance for backup, archival, and streaming applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
SANS DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY INC. |
| Part Number |
HA-ARC-1886X |
| Interface |
PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| SAS Support |
12G SAS |
| SATA Support |
6G SATA |
| Max Devices |
256 per port (SAS/SATA) |
| Processor |
Dual-core RAID processor |
| Operating Systems |
Windows, macOS, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, Solaris |
| Applications |
Server RAID, virtualization, web servers, supercomputing, backup, security systems, streaming |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a SAS RAID host adapter and why do I need one?
A SAS RAID host adapter connects your server to multiple storage devices while providing RAID functionality. The ARC-1886X enables you to expand storage capacity significantly—supporting up to 256 devices—making it essential for data centers, virtualization platforms, and backup infrastructure requiring high-capacity, high-performance storage solutions.
How many devices can the ARC-1886X SAS expander support?
The ARC-1886X SAS expander supports up to 256 12G SAS or 6G SATA devices per port, providing exceptional scalability for enterprise environments. This capacity makes it ideal for large-scale storage deployments in supercomputing, web hosting, and near-line backup applications.
Is the PCIe 4.0 x8 adapter compatible with my server?
The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface is widely compatible with modern servers and supports multiple operating systems including Windows, macOS, Linux, VMware, FreeBSD, and Solaris. The dual-core RAID processor ensures reliable performance across virtualization, security systems, and streaming platforms.
What applications benefit most from this SAS RAID adapter?
The ARC-1886X excels in server RAID configurations, virtualization environments, supercomputing clusters, near-line backup systems, web servers, security infrastructure, and streaming applications where high-capacity storage and reliable data protection are critical.
