--- product_id: 51718809 title: "External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA, SAS2008 Chip, X8, 6Gb/s, Same as 9200-8E" brand: "10gtek" price: "R3854" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51718809-external-pci-express-sas-sata-hba-sas2008-chip-x8-6gb store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 6Gb/s blazing SAS/SATA speed X8 PCIe 2.0 lane bandwidth Supports up to 512 devices External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA, SAS2008 Chip, X8, 6Gb/s, Same as 9200-8E **Brand:** 10gtek **Price:** R3854 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Power your data empire with 10Gtek’s SAS2008 HBA — where speed meets scale! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA, SAS2008 Chip, X8, 6Gb/s, Same as 9200-8E by 10gtek - **How much does it cost?** R3854 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51718809-external-pci-express-sas-sata-hba-sas2008-chip-x8-6gb) ## Best For - 10gtek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted 10gtek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Massive Device Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect up to 512 SAS/SATA devices for unparalleled scalability in your storage array. - • **Robust X8 PCIe 2.0 Interface:** Maximize bandwidth with an 8-lane PCIe connection designed for high-performance server environments. - • **Plug-and-Play IT Mode Stability:** Pre-configured IT mode ensures rock-solid reliability without risky firmware flashes. - • **Blazing 6Gb/s SAS/SATA Throughput:** Experience ultra-fast data transfers that keep your storage solutions ahead of the curve. - • **Industry-Trusted Warranty & Support:** Backed by 3 years warranty and lifetime tech support, so your investment is future-proofed. ## Overview The 10Gtek External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA featuring the LSI SAS 2008 chip delivers 6Gb/s transfer speeds over a robust X8 PCIe 2.0 interface. Supporting up to 512 SAS/SATA devices, it’s optimized for high-density storage setups in servers and desktops. Pre-flashed in IT mode for stability, it includes dual Mini SAS SFF-8088 ports and comes with a 3-year warranty plus lifetime tech support, making it a reliable choice for professional-grade storage expansion. ## Description International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. ## Features - Controller(s): LSI SAS 2008 6Gbps SAS/SATA HBA. Please kindly note it is IT mode by default and we don't recommend customers to flash it to IR mode, it might cause damage. - PCIE 2.0 (6.0 Gb/s), (NOT support hot swaping! ), X8 Lane; 2x Mini SAS SFF-8088 Ports - Up to 6Gb/s SAS 2.0 compliant; Support 512 Non-RAID SAS/SATA devices, Support JBOD, NOT support Unraid - You can download the driver from 10Gtek website - What You Get: 10Gtek ‎LSI-2008-8E HBA Card x1, Low-profile Bracket x1. Backed by 10Gtek 30 Days Free-returned, 3 Year Free Warranty and Lifetime Technology Support ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B01M9GRAUM | | Best Sellers Rank | 36,928 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) 20 in RAID Controllers | | Brand Name | 10Gtek | | Compatible Devices | Servers, Desktop Computers, Storage Enclosures, Hard Disk Drives, Solid State Drives | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (15) 3.7 out of 5 stars | | Eu Spare Part Availability Duration | 3 Years | | Hardware Interface | PCI, SAS | | Manufacturer | 10Gtek | | Manufacturer Part Number | LSI-2008-8E(LSI9200-8E) | | Model Number | LSI-2008-8E(LSI9200-8E) | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Operating System | Microsoft Windows XP 32/64bit, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows7, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2, CentOS 6/6.3, Citrix 5/6, Debian 6.0.5, Fedora 17/18, OEL 5/6, OVM 3, RHEL4/5/6, SLES9/10/11, Ubuntu 10.04/11.10/12.04, FreeBSD 7.2.0, 7.4.0, 8.2.0, 8.3.0, 8.4.0, 9.0.0, 9.1.0, 9.1.0, 9.2.0, 9.3.0, 10.0.0, VMware ESX/ESXi 4.x, VMware ESX/ESXi 5.x, VMware, Solaris 10 | | Style Name | Modern | ## Product Details - **Brand:** 10Gtek - **Compatible devices:** Servers, Desktop Computers, Storage Enclosures, Hard Disk Drives, Solid State Drives - **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 3 Years - **Hardware interface:** PCI, SAS - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA, SAS2008 Chip, X8, 6Gb/s, Same as 9200-8E - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61UiK8iYCmL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Sometimes affordable LSI HBA card *by on Reviewed in Canada 27 March 2023* I'm going to keep this brief because I'm kind of disappointed with the on going hype around the SAS2008 for raid and IT mode drives. This card gets hot just setting there with nothing plugged in. Flashing to IT mode in 2023 is a PITA. There's no really a recent or single place to go, and everyone throws their 2 cents on details like, "You must use the oldest, earlier version of file , trust me". EFI shell boot off a USB stick was a nightmare to get working on my server (yes, I put all the correct files in /efi/boot and /boot/efi), and after a weekend of messing around with a $160 card, I decided against using it because of the heat this thing pumps out. I switched to a JMB585 SATA card that's 1/2 the size and little to no heat with perfectly fine 5 drive performance. The only thing I'll miss is that this has external SAS ports. I'm hosting my drives separately in a drive case with its own power. With the SATA card I have to run the cables outside the case, and there are no SATA cards with back plate ports.If you're looking to run TrueNAS then you might require a card like this, but otherwise, I found it to be unnecessary and a waste of time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fonctionne parfaitement *by on Reviewed in France 18 April 2025* Carte parfaite pour connection à une librairie LTO.Compatibilité avec Proxmox Backup server. A fonctionné sans aucun problème ni besoin de trifouiller les drivers. ### ⭐ Card seems defective *by on Reviewed in the United States 14 December 2023* The card arrived promptly. in a sealed box. I checked firmware on it and was current. Unfortunately when i tried using the card it proved problematic. It would hang going into ROM config utility. it would also only see some of the drives. Os kernel was reporting firmware issues. i confirmed that my cables are fine using a different card. I spent much time testing the card on multiple servers and they all experienced issues. Ended up returning it and buying LSI Broadcom version ## Frequently Bought Together - External PCI Express SAS/SATA HBA, SAS2008 Chip, X8, 6Gb/s, Same as 9200-8E - 10Gtek® 12G External Mini SAS HD SFF-8644 to SFF-8644 Cable, 1.5-Meter(4.9ft) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51718809-external-pci-express-sas-sata-hba-sas2008-chip-x8-6gb](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/51718809-external-pci-express-sas-sata-hba-sas2008-chip-x8-6gb) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-24*