The PI7C9X20404ANDE is a PCIe 3.0 to 4-Port SATA III/SAS Host controller from Pericom (now Diodes Incorporated). This controller is designed to provide high-speed data transfer and storage capabilities for various applications. It bridges the PCIe interface to SATA/SAS drives, enabling connectivity for storage devices in servers, workstations, and embedded systems.

Applications

• Servers: Adding SATA/SAS ports for increased storage capacity.
• Workstations: Expanding storage options with multiple drives.
• Embedded Systems: Providing storage connectivity in industrial and automation applications.
• RAID Systems: Implementing hardware RAID configurations for data redundancy and performance.

Features

• PCIe 3.0 Interface: Supports high-speed data transfer rates.
• 4-Port SATA III/SAS: Provides connectivity for up to four SATA or SAS drives.
• Supports SATA III (6Gbps): Enables fast data transfer with modern SATA drives.
• Supports SAS (6Gbps): Compatible with SAS drives for enterprise storage applications.
• Hardware RAID Support: Offers RAID 0, 1, 10 for data protection and performance enhancement.
• Native Command Queuing (NCQ): Optimizes data access for improved performance.
• Hot-Plug Support: Allows for drive insertion and removal without system downtime.

Benefits

• Increased Storage Capacity: Adds multiple SATA/SAS ports to a system.
• High-Speed Data Transfer: PCIe 3.0 and SATA III/SAS interfaces ensure fast data transfer rates.
• Data Redundancy: Hardware RAID support provides data protection against drive failures.
• Improved Performance: NCQ optimizes data access for enhanced performance.
• Flexibility: Supports both SATA and SAS drives for versatile storage options.
• Easy Integration: Standard PCIe interface simplifies integration into existing systems.

Additional Details

The PI7C9X20404ANDE typically consumes low power and is designed to meet industry standards for reliability and performance. It requires appropriate drivers for operation, which are usually available from the manufacturer's website. This controller is essential for systems requiring high-performance storage connectivity with RAID capabilities.